The Crucial Role of Police Intelligence in Navigating Identity Politics during Elections in Indonesia

  • Achmad Kartiko School of Strategic and Global Studies, Universitas Indonesia, Depok, Indonesia
  • Arthur Josias Simon Runturambi School of Strategic and Global Studies, Universitas Indonesia, Depok, Indonesia
  • Margaretha Hanita School of Strategic and Global Studies, Universitas Indonesia, Depok, Indonesia
  • Muhammad Syauqillah School of Strategic and Global Studies, Universitas Indonesia, Depok, Indonesia
  • Ade Mulya Indonesian National Police College, Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kepolisian, Indonesia

Abstract

This study investigated the influence of identity politics on Indonesia’s electoral dynamics during the 2014 and 2019 elections and evaluates the role of the National Police Security Intelligence Agency in addressing these challenges. Amidst the backdrop of low political literacy and the pervasive influence of social media, religious and ethnic tensions were notably manipulated for electoral gain. The research employed qualitative methods, including interviews, observations, and document analysis, primarily conducted in Jakarta. It revealed that the National Police adopted a "cooling system" intelligence strategy to effectively mitigate conflicts arising from identity politics while also considering the impact of global political trends on local scenarios. This study contributes to the development of an operational intelligence policing model, offering strategic insights for managing identity-based conflicts in democratic elections. This research not only enriches the academic discourse on electoral security and democracy but also provides actionable insights for policymakers and law enforcement agencies aiming to uphold democratic integrity amidst challenging political climates.

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Published
2025-01-30
How to Cite
KARTIKO, Achmad et al. The Crucial Role of Police Intelligence in Navigating Identity Politics during Elections in Indonesia. Jurnal Ilmiah Peuradeun, [S.l.], v. 13, n. 1, p. 155-176, jan. 2025. ISSN 2443-2067. Available at: <https://journal.scadindependent.org/index.php/jipeuradeun/article/view/1479>. Date accessed: 08 feb. 2025. doi: https://doi.org/10.26811/peuradeun.v13i1.1479.