The Young Economic Forum (YEF) Jakarta concluded successfully after positioning Indonesia's capital as a critical nexus for developing strategic practitioners capable of navigating contemporary global complexities.
Organised by the Center for Strategy and Cultural Diplomacy (CSCD) in collaboration with ASEAN, the forum brought together emerging leaders aged 16–45 to examine comprehensive strategic frameworks that transcend traditional geopolitical analysis.
Strategic Context & Location
The forum leveraged Indonesia's unique strategic position as the world's largest Muslim-majority democracy maintaining secular governance while serving as a bridge between civilisations. With 270 million people positioned at the intersection of major maritime trade routes, Indonesia provided participants with direct exposure to strategic decision-making in a complex, multi-ethnic democracy navigating great power competition and rapid transformation.
“The forum examined Indonesia's experience constructing unified national identity from extraordinary diversity, providing insights into narrative-based approaches to strategic challenges.”
Integrated Modules
YEF Jakarta distinguished itself through six integrated modules addressing strategic power dimensions often overlooked in conventional programmes.
Art, Society, and Statecraft examined cultural production as a strategic asset.
Asia's Identity explored how historical narratives shape contemporary strategic choices.
Simulation & Methodology
Participants engaged with sophisticated simulation exercises replicating real-world strategic decision-making environments. The comprehensive "State, Military, and Economic Strategy" module synthesised learning into integrated frameworks addressing political, military, and economic dimensions simultaneously.
Outcomes & Future Vision
Strategic outcomes include enhanced strategic literacy across participants, formation of robust professional networks facilitating continued collaboration, and policy innovation addressing contemporary challenges.