“It was in Buru that Pramoedya created “the Quartet”. Initially forbidden access to writing materials, Pramoedya recited the stories; vivid tales of the creation of Indonesia, a time of national awakening and rebellion against the colonial rulers, orally to other prisoners. When Pramoedya and two of his fellow prisoners, Joesoef Isak and Hasyim Rachman, were […]
Widodo Government Acknowledges Gross Human Rights Violations Happened: The Unstoppable Erosion of a Fundamental Taboo by Max Lane
“Spokespersons for the Widodo government since 2014 have regularly stated that they are seeking a “completion” (penyelesaian) of this issue, implying that once there is “resolution”, there will correspondingly be no further need for public debate. It is probable that, with about a year to go in Widodo’s second and final term as president, he […]
Indonesia’s ‘Social Opposition’ Remains Weak but Hopeful by Max Lane
It can be characterised as a social opposition as it does not present itself as an alternative choice to form a government. During 2022, there have been more attempts by activists to coalesce in order to present more effective criticism. These have included attempts at forming political parties. The Workers Party (Partai Buruh, PB) has […]
New book – INDONESIA OUT OF EXILE by Max Lane
Just over a month before INDONESIA OUT OF EXILE by Max Lane will be released in Australia. This is a good time to Pre-Order. Click here to find out how: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/indonesia-out-of-exile-9789814914178
ANIES BASWEDAN’S RUN FOR PRESIDENT: WILL IT PROVOKE NEW DISTINCTIONS IN CONTESTATION? by Max Lane
The show of support for presidential contender Anies Baswedan has again underscored the enduring dynamic in Indonesian politics: competition without opposition. More here: https://fulcrum.sg/anies-baswedans-run-for-president-will-it-provoke-new-distinctions-in-contestation/
Religious Dress in Schools Polemic and Indonesia’s Philosophical Vacuum by Max Lane
The popularity of a recent image lamenting the wearing of conservative dress, particularly headscarves, by girls in Indonesia’s state schools have highlighted philosophical tensions in society and politics, with no easy answers. Click below. Religious Dress in Schools Polemic and Indonesia’s Philosophical Vacuum by Max Lane
NEW BOOK: Indonesia Out of Exile – by Max Lane
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NEW BOOK: Indonesia Out of Exile – by Max Lane
Indonesia Out of Exile
FUEL PRICE RISES IN INDONESIA: A CHALLENGE TO STAY THE COURSE by Max Lane”
“Apart from the ongoing student demonstrations, which have been organised by both conservative and progressive student groups, the rhetoric of political parties outside of the formal government coalition has been oppositional. On 6 September, the Justice and Welfare Party (PKS) staged a walk-out of a parliamentary sitting protesting the price rises. Student groups connected to the PKS […]
Business Throws its Support Behind Indonesia’s Opposition-Free Liberal Democracy” by Max Lane
“As electioneering activities start to warm up for the 2024 elections, potential candidates are seeking to enhance their credentials and quietly assessing their own electability. In this context, the traditional political party elites have to contend with a new breed of entrepreneur politicians whose profiles are boosted by their achievements in the ongoing transformation of […]
