Bernard H. M. Vlekke's classic book presents a comprehensive study of the historical development of the Indonesian archipelago, from the early days of the great kingdoms and international trade relations to the period of European colonialism. Using a historical and geographical approach, Vlekke describes the political, social, and economic changes that shaped the region now known as Indonesia. …
The Mystical World of Indonesia was written by Allen M. Sievers and published by Johns Hopkins University Press in 1974. This work examines the dynamics of Indonesian culture and how traditional values interact, conflict, and even transform through the currents of modernization and economic development during the New Order. Sievers highlights aspects of mysticism, value systems, leadershi…
Merajut Kembali Keindonesiaan Kita is a reflective work by Sultan Hamengku Buwono X that discusses the challenges and opportunities in rebuilding a cohesive Indonesian identity in the modern era. The book explores themes of cultural diversity, national integrity, social harmony, leadership, democracy, and Indonesia’s historical journey toward unity. Through insightful commentary, Sultan HB X …
East Timor: Genocide in Paradise offers a concise yet powerful account of the humanitarian and political crisis that unfolded during Indonesia’s occupation of East Timor. Matthew Jardine documents the systematic human rights abuses, including mass killings, forced displacement, and widespread repression that devastated the Timorese population. Drawing on eyewitness testimonies, international …
Osttimor – Das vergessene Sterben offers a powerful and unsettling account of the widespread violence and humanitarian catastrophe that unfolded in East Timor during Indonesia’s occupation. Klemens Ludwig and Korinna Horta draw upon eyewitness testimonies, human rights reports, and journalistic investigations to expose the systematic repression, forced displacement, and mass killings that w…
This compilation focuses on the statements made by Indonesian delegations before international forums regarding the issue of East Timor. East Timor's struggle for independence and the subsequent geopolitical developments have been a prominent issue in international diplomacy. Indonesia's role in East Timor's history, from its annexation in 1975 to the eventual referendum and independence in 199…
The overseas assignments of diplomats in the Indonesian Missions in Sub-Saharan Africa remain one of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' human resource issues. The lack of interest among diplomats to be deployed to the region has resulted in lengthy vacancies, which has a negative impact on the performance of the affected missions. The situation is ironic, given that the Indonesian government has …
Indonesia is one of developing countries, which had received technical assistances and trainings from the developed countries. In turn, Indonesia was able to develop and build its own capacities. in turn, Indonesia was able to develop and build its own capacities.
The Jakarta Post was born in 1983 when Suharto's repressive New Order regime was at its height and the media was muzzled. Five rival media companies came together to start an English language daily that some saw as an experiment doomed to fail. But the newspaper's punchy editorials, clean presentation of the news, and quirky columns and features quickly made an impression with the growing expat…
Dictionary of Minangkabau with definitions in French and Indonesian.