A multicomplex reality: diversity and reconciliation in Indonesia.

From: The Christian Century | Date: May 14, 1997| Author: | Copyright information

There are approximately 190 million people in Indonesia, occupying some 17,000 islands and creating complex economic, political, and religious issues within the country. These issues are examined, in light of the country's controversial military occupation of East Timor.

The word "multicomplex" became a part of the Indonesian language under Sukarno, the first president of the republic, which became independent in 1945. (Like many Javanese, Sukarno used only his given name.) Made up of approximately 17,000 islands and populated by 190 million people, the nation has a religious, ...

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