Indonesian political rhetoric targeting neighbours aimed at distracting from domestic pressures

Sharp remarks by Indonesian political figures reflect domestic frustration, economic nationalism and political posturing, say analysts who also cautioned against reading too much into the criticism of Malaysia and Singapore.
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