A historical memoir and political account by the 3rd President of Indonesia, B.J. Habibie, documenting the critical transition period following President Soeharto\'s resignation in May 1998. Habibie details the high-stakes decisions made during his 517-day presidency, including releasing political prisoners, guaranteeing press freedom, organizing the democratic 1999 general election, managing t…
Authored by journalist and political commentator Manuel Kaisiepo, this collection of socio-political essays examines the 1998 Indonesian Reform movement. The author analyzes the demands for democratization, the imperative for structural social change following the collapse of the New Order regime, and the redefinition of Indonesian nationalism amidst threats of regional disintegration, decentra…
This book documents critical reflections and political thoughts of Prof. Dr. Ir. A.M. Saefuddin regarding Indonesias leadership transition and socio-political dynamics. The author examines the shift of power from the New Order regime to the Reform era, democratic transition challenges, national issues, and economic development strategies aimed at fostering a civil society in post-authoritarian …