The European Parliament elections in early June could impact the leadership of the European Commission and Council, potentially affecting the EU's engagement with Southeast Asian countries.
The upcoming elections in Indonesia in February will have regional ramifications, with the outcome closely watched as Indonesia is seen as a leading country in Southeast Asia.
The front-runner in Indonesia's elections is Prabowo Subianto, who is expected to prioritize strengthening defense capabilities and may take a more assertive stance on the EU's environmental regulations. [ more ]