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We publish a variety of reports, working papers, policy briefs, and other publications for policymakers and the public. Explore our publications dating back to 1998.

Political Economy Analysis of Health Financing Reforms in Times of Crisis: Findings from Three Case Studies in South-East Asia

In this article, we examine recent health financing reforms in Nepal, Thailand and Indonesia, using a political economy lens.

Direct Elections and Trust in State and Political Institutions: Evidence from Indonesia’s Election Reform

We estimate the impact of direct elections on people's trust in state and political institutions, using a major political reform in Indonesia as the source of exogenous variation.

Political Economy Analysis of Health Financing Reforms in Times of Crisis: Findings from Three Case Studies in South-East Asia

February, 2025 | Sophie Witter, Maria Paola Bertone, Sushil Baral, Ghanshyam Gautam, Saugat K. C. Pratap, Aungsumalee Pholpark, Nurmala Selly Saputri, Arif Budi Darmawan, Nina Toyamah, Rizki Fillaili
In this article, we examine recent health financing reforms in Nepal, Thailand and Indonesia, using a political economy lens.

Towards Inclusive Energy Transition in Indonesia

December, 2024 | LPEM FEB UI , Australian National University , The SMERU Research Institute , IESR
This policy brief examines Indonesia’s energy transition goals, focusing on inclusivity and the challenges faced by women and people with disabilities.

The Role of Parental Child Marriage in Children's Food Security and Nutritional Status: A Prospective Cohort Study in Indonesia

December, 2024 | Isnawati Hidayah, Asep Suryahadi, Flaviana Palmisano, Jessica C. Kiefte-de Jong
This study investigates the role of parental child marriage in children's food security and nutritional status.

Parental Education and Attitudes towards Institutionalization of Children in West Java, Indonesia

December, 2024 | Michelle Andrina, José Ignacio Nazif-Muñoz, Rebecca Smith, Alice Shirley, Tata Sudrajat, Andri Yoga Utami, Monica Ruiz‑Casares
This study aims to explore caregivers' attitudes toward child institutionalization in the context of placing children in orphanages.

Nawala SMERU December/XXIII/2024

December, 2024 | The SMERU Research Institute
In this edition, we are pleased to share updates on SMERU's ongoing collaboration with the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries.

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