Indonesia and democracy

+9 from 2018

In 2019, 59% disagreed that Indonesia was a democracy.

Question Indonesia and democracy

Now a question about Indonesia. Do you personally agree or disagree that Indonesia is a democracy?

Responses from 2019.

  1. 0%
  2. 25%
  3. 50%
  4. 75%
Disagree
59
Agree
34
Total
All groups

2022 observation

The Lowy Institute Poll has surveyed Australians on their views about Indonesia for 15 years, and their answers continue to demonstrate a lack of knowledge about our largest neighbour.

Lowy Institute polling has consistently shown that most Australians do not view Indonesia as a democracy. In 2020, only 39% of Australians agree that ‘Indonesia is a democracy’.