Should more Australians be learning the Indonesian language? Experts say it's important

For decades, Australians’ interest in learning Indonesian has been sharply declining, with several universities cutting courses in the language altogether. As Indonesia eyes an increasingly important role in Southeast Asia, some experts say it’s time to reverse that trend.

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