Indonesian local polls are unlikely to deliver reforms

Local polls have helped entrench democracy in Indonesia, but not yet embedded professionalism in politics

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  • Domination of bureaucrats
  • Politicisation of the local bureaucracy
  • Dynastic tendencies
  • Electoral competition
  • Regulatory restraints
  • Reform outlook

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