Will Indonesia’s new global citizenship scheme spur diaspora to return?

Indonesia has unveiled a long-awaited permanent residency scheme aimed at strengthening ties with its diaspora and attracting global talent, but analysts warn that lingering restrictions could still deter the very people Jakarta hopes to bring home. The Global Citizenship of Indonesia (GCI) programme, announced on November 19, is widely seen by observers as Jakarta’s attempt to resolve a decades-old dilemma over dual citizenship – an option the government has repeatedly considered but ultimately...