The Political Economy of Indonesia’s Economic Development, Volume II

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The Political Economy of Indonesia’s Economic Development, Volume II is written by Sangaralingam Ramesh and published by Springer Nature. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 3032031400 (ISBN 10) and 9783032031402 (ISBN 13).

This book offers an in-depth exploration of Indonesia’s political economy from the aftermath of the 1997–98 Asian Financial Crisis to its emergence as a pivotal economic and geopolitical actor in Southeast Asia. It examines how Indonesia navigated structural reforms, decentralization, state-business relations, and shifting development strategies in response to both domestic challenges and global trends. Organized chronologically and thematically, the chapters trace Indonesia’s economic governance through major milestones, including post-Suharto transitions, democratic consolidation, financial liberalization, the rise of state capitalism, and post-2008 global economic transformations. Key themes include political patronage and economic rent-seeking, infrastructure development, environmental and energy policy, technological innovation, and Indonesia’s evolving international economic diplomacy. Bridging the disciplines of political science, development economics, and international relations, the book brings together theoretical analysis and empirical evidence to understand how power, institutions, and global forces have shaped Indonesia’s developmental trajectory. It is essential reading for scholars and practitioners interested in emerging markets, economic governance, and Southeast Asian studies.