Indonesian Notebook presents a rare compilation of writings, reflections, and contextual documents surrounding the participation of African American author Richard Wright in the 1955 Bandung Conference. Edited by Brian Russell Roberts and Keith Foulcher, the book offers insights into Wright’s encounters in Indonesia, his observations on Afro-Asian political solidarity, and the global signific…
This volume examines the emergence, evolution, and political significance of the Non-Aligned Movement within the context of global politics during the Cold War. It analyzes the movement’s ideological foundations, its responses to major world conflicts, and its role in representing the interests of developing nations. Through contributions from various scholars, the book explores how nonalignm…
This book provides a foundational theoretical and historical study of the Non-Aligned Movement, written by Leo Mates, one of Yugoslavia’s leading scholars on international politics. It examines the conceptual origins of nonalignment, its evolution in global politics, and its role as a strategic alternative during the Cold War. The author discusses the principles, objectives, and diplomatic pr…
This book provides an in-depth analysis of the Nonaligned Movement during the Cold War, exploring how emerging nations sought to maintain independence from the influence of major global powers. Cecil V. Crabb, Jr. examines the political dynamics between the superpowers (“the elephants”) and the smaller, developing nations (“the grass”), highlighting the movement’s origins, strategies,…
At its inaugural session, the Conference was privileged to hear an inspiring keynote address delivered by His Excellency Mr. Soeharto, President of the Republic of Indonesia. His insightful and lucid address was welcomed as a significant contribution to the deliberations and successful outcome of the Conference. The President, in noting the collapse of the bipolar structure of the world, stress…
This volume is part of the multi-volume collection 35 Years of Non-Aligned Movement: Documents 1961–1996, presenting official declarations, resolutions, communiqués, and statements issued by the Non-Aligned Countries between 1988 and 1996. Covering key meetings from Nicosia to New York, the compilation reflects the evolving priorities of the Movement during the post-Cold War transition. It i…
This book analyzes the severe social, economic, and political crises affecting Third World countries. Brian May explores the structural causes of underdevelopment, including poverty, inequality, colonial legacies, and global economic imbalances. Through critical examination, the author highlights how these interconnected issues shape the difficult realities faced by developing nations and argue…
This volume provides a comprehensive political and economic survey of the Middle East, examining the region’s historical background, political developments, economic structures, and social dynamics. Edited by Peter Mansfield, the book offers analytical perspectives on the shifting geopolitical landscape, regional conflicts, modernization issues, and the economic challenges faced by Middle Eas…
This book provides an in-depth analysis of the political behavior, foreign policy strategies, and international relations of small states in Southeast Asia. Ralph Pettman explores how limited-power nations navigate regional dynamics, negotiate influence, and respond to the pressures of larger global actors. Through case studies and theoretical discussion, the book examines diplomatic patterns, …
This volume examines the complex interactions between political structures, traditional institutions, and cultural practices in South Asia. Edited by R. J. Moore, the book brings together scholarly essays that explore how historical traditions have shaped political behavior, governance, and social change across countries such as India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. The work provides insi…