AHY Outlines Five Global Threats That Must Be Watched, Not Just Geopolitics
Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY), the General Chairman of the Demokrat Party, reminded that the world today is not only overshadowed by geopolitics and international security issues. He believes there are at least five global mega-trends that are equally serious and cannot be postponed in addressing.
This was stated by AHY at the Demokrat Party’s iftar gathering at the Fairmont Hotel, Senayan, Jakarta, on Wednesday, 4 March 2026.
“Beyond the issues of geopolitics and international security, the world continues to face other global challenges that are just as serious, and cannot wait until tomorrow, the day after, or next year. Those challenges should unite us, not divide us. At least five global trends, five mega-trends, are on the table,” AHY said in his remarks.
First, he cited global warming and the climate crisis as the primary threat to be watched. He stressed that climate change is no longer a future threat but a reality already felt today. Flooding during the rainy season, droughts in the dry season, and extreme weather affecting areas such as Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra serve as concrete proof. Even tropical cyclone phenomena, previously rare near the equator, can strike Indonesia at any time.
“And this is of course a responsibility we owe to our next generations. We want our children and grandchildren to live well and comfortably on this single Earth,” he said.
Second, the second threat is the continued rise of the global population, while natural resources become increasingly scarce. This, AHY said, could trigger intense competition between nations, even armed conflict if not managed properly.
“Competition that cannot be well managed could lead to armed conflicts and wars between nations. And again, this is why Indonesia, blessed with so much natural wealth, cannot assume it will come by itself. We must strive to secure wealth for the people’s welfare and truly distribute it equitably,” he stated.
Third, the rapid urbanisation trend. AHY noted that about 70% of the world’s population, including Indonesia, is predicted to reside in urban areas. The issue, however, is not only about land availability or spatial planning, but also the ability of cities to support a population surge. He emphasised the importance of inclusive development so that no community is marginalised, whether in rural or urban areas.
“We want villages and cities to advance further. We want no one to be marginalised in their own environment. That is why inclusive and just development is important,” he said.
Fourth, technological disruption. AHY highlighted the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics, calling them a crossroads for nations worldwide.
“Will artificial intelligence and robotics really shape the development paradigm for the future? Will the nations of the world be willing and able to follow the pace and direction of technological progress? Because a lagging nation becomes the loser, a spectator. Indonesia will not be a loser or a spectator, because we want all of this to be a driver of economic growth, a lever for productivity, and a creator of new jobs,” he said.
Fifth, AHY stressed the widening gap, both socially and economically, that haunts many countries. Regional disparities and extreme poverty, he argued, must be faced and a best possible solution found. Poverty alleviation and equitable development should be a top priority in confronting the challenges of the 21st century.
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