The first month of 2024 has already seen three elections in Asian countries--Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Taiwan. February will witness elections in at least two more Asian countries--Pakistan and Indonesia. In all these countries, the effects of great power competition--between the United States and China have been important issues for consideration. Indonesia, the world’s fourth largest democracy, goes to polls on February 14. The election is unique and will have an impact on geopolitics given the role China has in international politics, which, in turn, affects national politics