The Indonesian debacle: what Americans need to know and do.

From: The National Interest | Date: September 22, 1998| Author: MacIntyre, Andrew | Copyright information

The economic and political crisis in Indonesia presents problems for the US and the whole world. A long-term economic downturn in Indonesia will result in major human suffering and undermine democracy in Southeast Asia. Indonesia is also at a crossroads when it comes to politics following the collapse of Pres Suharto's authoritarian regime. Thus, the country faces the daunting task of rehabilitating its economy and stabilizing its political system of government. The US must provide the necess...

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