Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono speaks beside Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte (not pictured) during a joint news conference at the presidential palace in Jakarta November 20, 2013. REUTERS/Beawiharta
JAKARTA (Reuters) - His popularity is sliding in the polls. Accusations of graft are mounting against political allies. The once-powerful economy is limping.
As Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono struggles in the twilight of his second term with elections looming next year, this week's diplomatic brawl with Australia offers an opportunity to stoke nationalist sentiment and rebuild support.
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