Abstract
The paper explores why Indonesia has historically lagged behind its Southeast Asian neighbors in reference to equality and human rights, since 1950 to approximately 1996. The paper blames the nation's geographically diverse and multi-ethnic character as an obstacle to equality. The paper also explains that Indonesia suffered greater political repression than most other Asia Pacific Rim countries and this contributed to its generally poor record on equality and human rights.

Outline:
Abstract
Overview
Ongoing and Persistent Issues
Developmental Aspects
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Indonesia is the 4th most populous nation on the globe and among its many islands Java is the most densely populated island mass known (Foster, 2003). Although there are over 300 various ethnicities across Indonesia, its population can largely be divided into two broad categories: the Western half consists of Malay people which the Eastern half is a mix of Pacific Islanders (Smith, 2005, p.521). Additionally, because of Indonesia's historical trade relationships with China, there are long-established ethnic Chinese inhabitants that are often the target of ethnic and cultural bias. Indonesia's official language is Indonesian and is the lingua franca of the entire region bearing much in common with Malay although some areas of Indonesia still are dominated by other languages."

Tags:ethnicities, Suharto, human, rights, repression

Abstract
This paper examines Indonesia's financial crisis of 1997. It explores the events that triggered this crisis, and the result of the crisis on Indonesia as well as on the other countries in Asia that were affected by this economic downturn. The paper also includes a timeline of events leading up to the crisis itself.

From the Paper
'According to an essay by Gary Vocke published online by the United States Department of Agriculture, after ... years of rapid growth, poverty reduction and political stability, Indonesia slipped into a deep economic crisis in 1997. The financial crisis in Indonesia was triggered by a larger regional financial crisis that began in Thailand in July of 1997. Indonesia's sudden economic collapse had several contributing factors. These included a rapid increase of short-term private debt and a weakly regulated banking system. The Indonesian economy was especially hard hit..."

Tags:Indonesia, Asia, financial crisis, 1997, economics, money, banking, financial markets, financial crisis, timeline, outcome, intervention, monetary fund

Abstract
I have chosen Topic 1. I would like to investigate the economic collapse in Indonesia in 1997, and the role played by transnational organizations in causing this collapse, and even making it worse once it had begun. I have chosen Topic 1. I would like to investigate the economic collapse in Indonesia in 1997, and the role played by transnational organizations in causing this collapse, and even making it worse once it had begun. I have chosen Topic 1.

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Progress Report: Did Neoliberal Policies have a Positive or a Negative Impact on Human Development in Indonesia? Topic and tentative title I have chosen Topic 1. I would like to investigate the economic collapse in Indonesia in 1997, and the role played by transnational organizations in causing this collapse, and even making it worse once it had begun. My tentative title: "The Collapse of Indonesia - a Humanitarian and Fiscal Disaster Caused by the International Monetary Fund" This topic is relevant because Indonesia is a developing country that was forced to adopt neoliberal development policies, and for a while was

Tags:globalilzation, indonesia, economics

Abstract
The paper discusses how the fall of Suharto in Indonesia marks a point of change in that country and that part of the world. The paper describes how the country has long been troubled by internal strife, with problems in East Timor being one source of conflict, and the military in Indonesia has long been directly involved in the political affairs of the country. The paper looks at the history of the country, and the rule of Suharto. The paper discusses how after the death of Suharto, the new government was relatively weak, while the military was still strong. The paper notes that this was in 1998, and the issue is how this has played out since.

From the Paper
"The fall of Suharto in Indonesia marks a point of change in that country and that part of the world. The country has long been troubled by internal strife, with problems in East Timor being one source of conflict. The military in Indonesia has long been directly involved in the political affairs of the country. In the history of the country, the rule of Suharto was seen as only somewhat less violent and repressive than had been true of Sukarno before him, and he did use the military to crush any opposition to his effort at economic development. After the death of Suharto, the new government was relatively weak, while the military was still strong. That was in 1998, and the issue is how this has played out since."

Tags:indonesia, military, suharto

Abstract
The paper evaluates the significance of Indonesia's recent economic collapse of the late 1990s. The paper discusses how with the devastation of the recent tsunami, Indonesia faces many difficult challenges ahead as it attempts to recover from these serious conditions. The paper states that it is expected small strides will be made to promote economic recovery, but that the process will take much time to be accomplished.

From the Paper
"The country of Indonesia possesses many different challenges with respect to its economic potential and future advancement. In recent years, Indonesia has experienced a number of periods of growth as well as decline, creating a cyclical environment that has offered many highs and lows to the economic infrastructure. With the continuous ability of the Indonesian population to urbanize its communities and to adopt modern technologies, there are a number of opportunities available to expand the country's economic potential to new heights, emphasizing the importance of technology and its role in the development of a more advanced infrastructure. The following discussion will identify various research sources that address these considerations, emphasizing the importance of current findings in promoting economic growth and technology advancement in this developing nation."

Tags:indonesia, economy, growth

Abstract
The following discussion evaluates the issues that are critical to the economy of Indonesia, which has thrived and suffered in recent years due to a variety of circumstances. The writer maintains that it is necessary to consider that Indonesia has grown tremendously as a country from these experiences, and that the country will continue to experience growth in the coming years.

From the Paper
"Indonesia possesses considerable opportunities in the advancement of economic objectives in the coming years. Indonesian businesses must identify opportunities for growth and must develop strategies accordingly that will facilitate the successful completion of these requirements. Based upon prior research regarding Indonesia and its current economic state, there is a strong necessity to capitalize upon existing priorities in order to promote economic and business expansion within this market. Indonesia possesses a strong economic infrastructure that will likely benefit from any expansion efforts that the country's businesses elect to participate in, and this will reflect positively on the nation's economic development processes."

Tags:indonesia, economy, growth

Abstract
In this article, the writer reviews the book "Political Change in Indonesia" by Richard Robison and Vedi Hadiz. The writer discusses and analyzes various theories of politics and democratization in Indonesia that are raised in the book.

From the Paper
"Richard Robison and Vedi R. Hadiz attempted to explain why deepening integration with global markets, the assumed lessons of successive economic crises and the entrenchment of a large bourgeoisie and middle class have not, as anticipated, generated a grand liberal triumph in countries like Indonesia. In essence, these authors dedicate the first chapter of their comprehensive text to a discussion of the relationship between conflicts over power and its distribution have shaped ... "

Tags:Indonesia, politics, democratization

Abstract
This paper examines the differences and similarities of consumer behavior in Japan and Indonesia in terms of their natural system, political system, economic system, social system, knowledge system, educational system, executive system and marketing system. Marketing implications are also provided.

From the Paper
"It can be argued that Indonesia and Japan are two of most attractive markets in Asia. Indonesia has a fast growing population and Japan can be considered as the most developed Asian country. This paper will analyze, evaluate and note differences and similarities of the natural system, political system, economic system, social system, knowledge system, educational system, executive system and marketing system of Indonesia and Japan. Consumer behavior topics and marketing implications relevant to the systems mentioned above will also be discussed in details. It is believed that changes in consumer behavior in both countries over the recent years will help marketers to analyze consumers' increasing influence, to educate and protect consumers, formulate public and personal policy."

Tags:behavior, consumer, indonesia, japan

Abstract
This paper considers the development of India and Indonesia since 1890. It analyzes the history of that period, noting the political changes, defining certain terms. The paper discusses the leadership and economies of each country, with emphasis on the development after the Second World War it considers each country separately for each of these elements.

From the Paper
"The coming of the British to India would produce profound changes in that country over the centuries. The British officially took over India in 1858 and established the raj, the name for British rule. Before that, India had been ruled by a private British trading company that had been sending Indian goods to Britain for sale. Commerce thereafter gave way to empire. In the eighteenth century, tensions between the private company and the Indian people were reaching a head as the company was showing less and less interest in local customs or prerogatives. The British rule in India was largely benign and noted for its efficiency, but it did reduce the ability of the Indian people to compete economically, increased poverty in the nation, dismantled the industrial base that had existed in India before the coming of the British. The original ruling entity was the East India Company ..."

Tags:india, indonesia, history

Abstract
This paper explains that the relationship between feminism and national movements must be understood as a delicate balance between liberation and oppression. The author points out that women, who are taking charge and fighting back, are prominent and varied across the globe in countries such as Philippines, Indonesia, Iraqi Kurdistan, Columbia, Mexico, Burma, Tamil Eelam, Ireland, and even in socialist Cuba. The paper stresses that national liberation struggles across the globe are fighting for a better world, hoping to overcome social inequalities, and improve the function of the government to represent equally the needs of all people.

Table of Contents
Definition: Women and National Liberation
The Challenge: Defying Female Stereotypes
An Example: A Voice in Irish Liberation
An Archetype of Liberation: Women of the Chiapas
Liberation: A New World for Women

From the Paper
"The Chiapas of Mexico is the birthplace of a movement that is representative of the National Liberation struggles worldwide. The Chiapas are home to many Indigenous Mexicans living in poverty. Many cannot even speak Spanish, and are underrepresented and mistreated by the Mexican government. In the Chiapas, most homes have no running water, septic systems, or floors made of anything but dirt. The people live in severe poverty, unable to supply their children with adequate food, education, or health care. Very few of the homes have electricity. This is an outrage because the reservoirs in the Chiapas supply 60% of the country's electricity, with dams and wells supplying water and power to other parts of the country but not to the inhabitants of the Chiapas where they are located. In addition, these people have continually suffered abuse from the military forces."

Tags:inequalities, chiapas, mexico, global, oppression