Population change and economic development in Indonesia

Article Abstract:

The theoretical relationship between socio-economic development and demographic change states that decreasing mortality and fertility rates are inversely related to socio-economic development. Though some instances of this are true, it does not hold for Indonesia, where fertility and mortality have been declining. Indonesia is estimated to have a Total Fertility Rate of 3.0 for 1990. This is what South Korea experienced in 1980, but the gross national product per capita of Indonesia is only a third that of South Korea. Such demographic changes may spawn growth for Indonesia.

Demographic aspects, Economic development, Demographic transition

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Political institutions and the economic crisis in Thailand and Indonesia

Article Abstract:

A study was conducted to analyze the political factors that influenced the economic crisis in Indonesia and Thailand. Results showed that Thailand suffered policy paralysis resulting from a weak multiparty parliamentary government. Indonesia experienced a massive centralization of power that made the government vulnerable to credibility concerns. In addition, political structure intensified the economic fallout in the countries. It also prolonged the economic crisis and promoted a loss of confidence among investors.

Thailand, Political aspects, Depressions, Economic depressions

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Social safety net policies in Indonesia: Objectives and shortcomings

Article Abstract:

The design and implementation of the Jaringan Pengaman Social - the Social Safety Net (JPS/SSN) in Indonesia is examined. Most programmes under the JPS/SSN are temporary responses to the crisis, and should be linked to medium and long term objectives of poverty alleviation. The government should attempt to solve the structural poverty rather than broadly directing the JPS/SSN to address the impact of the crisis amongst the poor.

Social policy

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