AIYA Links: 29 January

A big year, with more to come—read AIYA National President Nicholas Mark’s message reviewing our activities in 2015 and plans for the future.

In the news

• The ninth economic reform package launched by Indonesia is focussed on controlling food prices.
• Almost as soon as it arrives, Netflix is blocked by Indonesia’s largest internet provider.
• Inside Indonesia reports on how human rights and labour activists are ‘deeply disappointed’ with the Jokowi government.
• Controversy over an LGBT support group at Universitas Indonesia reflect a growing ‘moral panic around LGBT issues’, writes Hendri Yulius.
• Don’t miss the latest Talking Indonesia podcast on how Indonesia’s literary scene is a window into its culture.
• ANU’s Greg Fealy and Hugh White take a critical look at Indonesia’s ‘great power’ ambitions.

Events & opportunities

• Fremantle, 6 February: AIYA WA hosts the stars of @DanielZiv‘s marvellous documentary Jalanan for a special musical performance and film screening. RSVP before places run out!