German Cultural Diplomacy in Indonesia: Building Cooperation in a Changing World

Abstract

This study examines how Germany is engaged in Indonesia through its cultural diplomacy-oriented institutions in the fields of education, science, culture and media. It aims to provide an overview for German decision makers and may also assist Indonesian actors to better understand and appreciate Germany’s principled approach to cultural diplomacy and its intentions in building an ever-stronger partnership with Indonesia. Finally, the study contains a special section focusing on bilateral cooperation in the promotion of interfaith dialogue and radicalisation prevention.