Challenges of change in Indonesia

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It is clear that a new political era is emerging in Indonesia following the resignation in May 1998 of President Suharto. Some observers believe that his departure will prompt chaos, anarchy and even the collapse of Indonesia itself. Others feel that Indonesia will become more democratic, benefiting from a more developed civil society. Indonesia's main challenges will be bringing about the military's withdrawal from politics, defining the proper political role for Islam, addressing conflict between the centre and the periphery and dealing with indigenous resentment of the ethnic-Chinese minority.

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Echoes of the Javanese dictator

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The sudden end of Indonesian dictator Suharto's more than 30 years of reign has not brought much change in the social, economic and political landscape in the country. This is because his New Order policy remains entrenched in the political system, protected by his supporters and the institutions that he established during his rule. It is time to phase out all vestiges of Suharto's dictatorship in Indonesia to enable the country to get back on its feet and achieve the much needed political stability. The first step is to replace the military with civilian rule to ensure democracy in Indonesia.

Behavior, Dictators

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Indonesia: Suharto's tightening grip

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Pres. Suharto has effectively ruled over Indonesia since Mar. 11, 1966, when his hold over the armed forces, the country's most powerful political group, was legitimized by then Pres. Sukarno. Since that time, Suharto's power has never really been threatened, even when disturbances in East Timor rocked the country and differences between him and the army came out in the open. Suharto's reestablishment of his control over the military and his seeking of new support from the other sectors of society has further strengthened his rule.

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