The Diplomatic Slip Up in Jakarta's Neighborhood Indonesia's decision to send only its ambassador to the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has sparked debate about the country's foreign policy, particularly its "good neighbour" diplomacy aimed at building relationships with nations in Southeast Asia and beyond.
On the surface, the move appears to be a minor diplomatic faux pas, but it may indicate deeper issues in Jakarta's approach to international relations.
The Indonesian government's response to Iran's invitation was met with skepticism by some, including former ambassador Dino Patti Djalal, who described the initial decision as "a slap in the face" for Tehran.