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…
A comparative political economy volume edited by Jonathan Story, offering a comprehensive analysis of the transformation of Europe\'s political landscape, governance structures, and economic systems following World War II. The text examines Cold War dynamics, the evolution of European integration and the European Union, post-war economic reconstruction, the restructuring of welfare states, and …
The 20th-anniversary edition of Singaporean diplomat Kishore Mahbubani\'s seminal essay collection, critically examining Western intellectual dominance, global geopolitical dynamics, and the economic and cultural resurgence of Asian societies.
Authored under the pseudonym Kyai Ancol, this collection of socio-political essays offers a cultural critique of contemporary Indonesian politics and governance. Drawing on the traditional Javanese concept of ruwat (purification and healing), the text argues for popular civil participation and grassroots cultural action to restore democratic integrity, national sovereignty, and social justice a…
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 …
Authored by Sri Lankan political scientist and diplomat Prof. Shelton U. Kodikara, this seminal study provides a comprehensive analysis of bilateral relations between India and Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon) following their independence. The text examines key diplomatic and political friction points, including the citizenship and repatriation of Indian Tamil plantation workers, maritime boundary a…
Authored by Indonesian linguist and academic Prof. Anang Santoso, this volume examines the dynamic shift in political discourse during Indonesia\\\'s post-New Order (Reform Era) transition using Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA). The book analyzes how language functions as a tool for power negotiation, public opinion shaping, hegemony, and political identity reconstruction across post-authorita…
Authored by senior journalist and former Minister Manuel Kaisiepo, this volume compiles analytical essays examining Indonesian national political dynamics and the complex relations between the central government and Papua. The text dissects the tension between state power hegemony and the Papuan people\\\'s pursuit of cultural identity, human rights, and genuine regional autonomy, advocating fo…
The Indonesian translation of Singaporean diplomat Kishore Mahbubani\'s landmark work examines the structural shift of global economic and geopolitical power from the West to Asia. The author outlines how Asian nations successfully embraced seven pillars of Western modernization—including free-market economics, science and technology, and meritocracy—to trigger an unprecedented regional res…
Authored by veteran foreign correspondent Tim Marshall, this bestselling geopolitics volume illustrates how physical geography—such as mountain ranges, river networks, climate zones, and natural borders—shapes international relations and national power dynamics. Analyzing ten crucial geographic regions (including Russia, China, the United States, Europe, and the Middle East), the author dem…