Munas X Addresses Global Geopolitics; Kiai Chriswanto: Indonesia Must Care for World Peace
JAKARTA — Prolonged conflict in Eastern Europe and tensions in the Middle East threaten not only global security stability but also shake the world’s geoeconomic order, ranging from energy supply chains, food security, to international trade stability.
Kiai Chriswanto Santoso, Chairman of the Central Leadership Council of Indonesia’s Islamic Dakwah Institute (LDII), views these conditions as a reminder that the Indonesian nation must strengthen national resilience in the social, economic, and moral dimensions of society.
In this context, the organisation seeks to play a role through Islamic preaching that emphasises values of nationalism, moderation, and strengthening of public character.
The tenth national congress of the Islamic Dakwah Institute will be held on 7–9 April 2026 under the theme “Strengthening LDII’s Role in Building Indonesia as a Sovereign, Harmonious, and Civilised Nation for World Peace.”
“This theme was selected because the world is currently facing high uncertainty due to geopolitical conflicts in various regions,” he said during a media gathering and breaking of fast with journalists as part of efforts to strengthen communication with the press in Jakarta on Monday (9 March 2026).
The event simultaneously conveys the organisation’s strategic direction in responding to global dynamics.
“When the world faces conflict and geopolitical tensions, Indonesia must instead emerge as a nation that maintains stability, unity, and humanitarian values. We wish to contribute to building a society that is religious, harmonious, and concerned with world peace,” said Kiai Chriswanto.
He added that the tenth national congress of the Islamic Dakwah Institute will not only serve as an organisational consolidation forum and determine leadership for 2026–2031, but also provide momentum to formulate tangible contributions in supporting national development.
Various strategic issues will be discussed during the congress, including strengthening national values, religious moderation, and preparing human resources through character development.
“These issues represent a sharpening of the eight work programmes of the Islamic Dakwah Institute, formulated as eight service fields of the Islamic Dakwah Institute for the Nation,” he explained.
He also assessed that the current global situation requires Indonesia to strengthen economic independence and social solidarity. Geopolitical and geoeconomic disruptions caused by international conflicts have triggered volatility in energy and food prices across various nations, ultimately impacting global economic stability.
“Therefore, civil society organisations such as LDII need to help strengthen social resilience, promote economic independence, and maintain harmony amid the nation’s diversity. These are the values we will continue to champion at Munas X,” he said.
Through this congress, the organisation hopes to clarify its role in supporting Indonesia’s aspirations as a sovereign, harmonious, and civilised nation. In this way, Indonesia is expected to be able to actively contribute to creating stability and world peace amid increasingly complex global dynamics.