Indonesian Youth Democracy Forum 2025

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In recent times, Indonesia has faced various socio-political dynamics that reflect a growing tension between public expectations and the actual performance of the government. Continuous public unrest and dissatisfaction with the conduct of government officials illustrate a decline in trust toward state institutions.

At the same time, increasing public cynicism toward elected representatives indicates a crisis of meaningful representation. Many citizens feel that their voices are not truly reflected in political decision-making processes.

Moreover, ongoing disputes over the results of past elections—evidenced by judicial review processes still in progress—suggest that issues concerning electoral integrity and transparency remain unresolved.

Structural problems such as political patronage, corruption, collusion, and nepotism continue to be rampant, further eroding public confidence in a democratic system that should uphold justice and representation.

Therefore, there is an urgent need to raise public awareness about the importance of evaluating and reforming electoral and political party regulations in Indonesia. Such a review is essential to ensure that the democratic system functions in a healthy, inclusive manner and delivers political representation that genuinely reflects the will of the people.