360info · Mar 18, 2026

Indonesia's 'Board of Peace' Dilemma Amid US–Israel–Iran Conflict

Indonesia is under domestic pressure to reconsider its participation in President Donald Trump’s 'Board of Peace' (BoP) due to the escalating US–Israel–Iran conflict.
The government is attempting to balance its 'free and active' foreign policy, traditional support for Palestine, and strategic economic ties with the United States.
President Prabowo Subianto has indicated readiness to evaluate the nation's membership if the platform no longer benefits Palestinian interests or national goals.

Perception of Alignment: Critics fear that joining the BoP and signing trade agreements with Washington signal a drift away from Indonesia's independent stance in global affairs.
Mediation Ambitions: Indonesia has offered to facilitate dialogue between the US and Iran to promote regional stability, though success remains uncertain.
Diplomatic Balancing: Remaining in the BoP provides a platform to advocate for Palestinian interests, yet membership risks being viewed as enabling US-led geopolitical objectives.

Leverage vs. Neutrality: Withdrawing from the BoP could reduce Indonesia's bargaining power in trade negotiations with the US, as Indonesia currently relies on a cautious, non-confrontational approach to manage relations with major powers.
Domestic Pressure: Political figures such as Professor Mahfud MD have suggested that exiting the group could be done without significant consequence, urging the government to ensure it is not 'held hostage' by international frameworks.
Diplomatic Engagement: Indonesia is currently intensifying communications with Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates to manage the fallout from the conflict and mitigate risks such as rising oil prices.

360info · Mar 18, 2026

Indonesia is under domestic pressure to reconsider its participation in President Donald Trump’s 'Board of Peace' (BoP) due to the escalating US–Israel–Iran conflict.
The government is attempting to balance its 'free and active' foreign policy, traditional support for Palestine, and strategic economic ties with the United States.
President Prabowo Subianto has indicated readiness to evaluate the nation's membership if the platform no longer benefits Palestinian interests or national goals.

Perception of Alignment: Critics fear that joining the BoP and signing trade agreements with Washington signal a drift away from Indonesia's independent stance in global affairs.
Mediation Ambitions: Indonesia has offered to facilitate dialogue between the US and Iran to promote regional stability, though success remains uncertain.
Diplomatic Balancing: Remaining in the BoP provides a platform to advocate for Palestinian interests, yet membership risks being viewed as enabling US-led geopolitical objectives.

Leverage vs. Neutrality: Withdrawing from the BoP could reduce Indonesia's bargaining power in trade negotiations with the US, as Indonesia currently relies on a cautious, non-confrontational approach to manage relations with major powers.
Domestic Pressure: Political figures such as Professor Mahfud MD have suggested that exiting the group could be done without significant consequence, urging the government to ensure it is not 'held hostage' by international frameworks.
Diplomatic Engagement: Indonesia is currently intensifying communications with Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates to manage the fallout from the conflict and mitigate risks such as rising oil prices.

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