This book is an official publication of the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Indonesia to the United Nations, documenting Indonesia's activities, roles, and contributions during its tenure as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council in 1995 and 1996. It includes diplomatic reports, Indonesia's positions on various international security issues, session documentation, and photograph…
This book is dedicated to the memory of Dr Titin Suwandi-Guciano (1962-1997), a loving partner and wonderful mother, a gifted economist and a true supportive friend whose spirit and enthusiasm underlined the relationship between the two countries.
The book *The Conflict with Indonesia as a Spiegel for the Netherlands* by Prof. Dr. A. Teeuw examines the conflict between Indonesia and the Netherlands in the early days of independence as a reflection for the Dutch nation. Teeuw explores the political, cultural, and psychological roots that influenced the relationship between the two countries during the period 1945–1950. Using historical …
This book chronicles Al Busyra Basnur's experiences during his tenure as the Indonesian Ambassador to Ethiopia. Through reflective and informative writing, the author describes the dynamics of the Indonesia-Ethiopia bilateral relationship, diplomatic activities, multilateral cooperation, and observations on Ethiopia's social, political, and cultural landscape. The book also chronicles the embas…
The Survival of Ethiopian Independence by Sven Rubenson discusses how Ethiopia managed to maintain its sovereignty during the period of European imperialist expansion in the 19th century. Through a study of diplomatic archives, historical records, and international documents, Rubenson reveals the political strategies, foreign relations, and leadership of Ethiopia that enabled the country to rem…
“The Congo Cables” is a detailed diplomatic history examining the United States’ role in the Congo Crisis (1960–1965) during the Cold War. Drawing on newly declassified U.S. government cables and archival materials, Madeleine G. Kalb reveals the political maneuvering, intelligence activities, and international tensions surrounding the rise and assassination of Patrice Lumumba, as well a…
This book by Serge Zafimahova offers a critical and insightful analysis of Madagascar’s international and regional political dynamics within the Indian Ocean. Drawing on the author’s extensive experience as a former international affairs correspondent and presidential adviser, the work examines the interaction between global politics and Madagascar’s domestic policy. It highlights issues …
The book further discloses why Indonesia and Pakistan chose different national ideologies while both countries were preponderantly Muslim. How different is the colourful Indonesian Islam from Islam practised in Pakistan. In short the book demystifies many half-truths surrounding Indonesia.
This official document published by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs contains reports, minutes, statements, and diplomatic documents concerning discussions on Indonesia at the United Nations Security Council during October and November 1947. This publication describes the international political dynamics that arose as a result of the Indonesian-Dutch conflict in the early days of independe…
Rhodesia: Racial Conflict or Coexistence? examines the political and racial tensions in Rhodesia (modern Zimbabwe) during the late colonial period. Patrick O’Meara analyzes the historical roots of racial conflict, the development of white minority rule, and the rise of African nationalist movements. The book discusses the prospects for racial coexistence, the impact of economic and political …