The Indonesian Development Experience
Author | : Widjojo Nitisastro |
Publisher | : Institute of Southeast Asian Studies |
Total Pages | : 379 |
Release | : 2011 |
ISBN-10 | : 9789814311755 |
ISBN-13 | : 9814311758 |
Rating | : 4/5 (55 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Indonesian Development Experience written by Widjojo Nitisastro and published by Institute of Southeast Asian Studies. This book was released on 2011 with total page 379 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a rich selection of speeches and writings of Professor Widjojo Nitisastro of the University of Indonesia, who has radically changed the command economy under Soekarno into development planning using economic analysis under Soeharto. He is one of the most respected and influential economists of the twentieth century. He is also the first Indonesian demographer. This background has contributed to his wide focus on development issues such as poverty, food security, education, health, and family planning. This book provides invaluable insight for all who are interested in Indonesia's economic development. It is divided into six parts: Indonesia's Development Plan; Implementation of Indonesian Development; Facing Economic Crises; Foreign Debt Management; Equity and Development; and Indonesia and the World.