2014 Update Book launch - The Yudhoyono presidency: Indonesia's decade of stability and stagnation
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2014 Update Book - The Yudhoyono presidency: Indonesia’s decade of stability and stagnation
Editors: Edward Aspinall, Marcus Mietzner, Dirk Tomsa. Published by ISEAS, Singapore 2015.
The book will be launched by Professor Hugh White from the Coral Bell School for Asia Pacific Affairs, ANU.
The presidency of Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono (2004-14) was a watershed in Indonesia’s modern democratic history. Yudhoyono was not only the first president to be directly elected, but also the first to be democratically re-elected. Coming to office after years of turbulent transition, he presided over a decade of remarkable political stability and steady economic growth. But other aspects of his rule have been the subject of controversy. While supporters view his presidency as a period of democratic consolidation and success, critics view it as a decade of stagnation and missed opportunities.
This book is the first comprehensive attempt to evaluate both the achievements and the shortcomings of the Yudhoyono presidency. With contributions from leading experts on Indonesia’s politics, economy and society, it assesses the Yudhoyono record in fields ranging from economic development and human rights, to foreign policy, the environment and the security sector.
This launch is part of ANU Indonesia Project 50th Anniversary.
For catering purpose, registration is essential at Indonesia.Project@anu.edu.au.
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