Oblivious to Abuse No More: Indonesia's Landmark Law on Sexual Violence

In a breakthrough for social reform, the government and parliament outlawed assorted types of sexual abuse while introducing safeguards for victims.  Jeff and Kevin discuss how this overdue law, despite some shortcomings, can now serve as a platform for sustained efforts to improve justice in practice. 

Also, Eurasia Group analyst Peter Mumford joins the pod to review precarious economic conditions in certain neighboring Asian countries, with an assessment of effects on views of Indonesia. 

Finally, Jeff and Kevin review the recent decision to divide Papua Province into four parts -- the history, current dynamics and prospects. 

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