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Indonesia’s Pluralism Skeptics
By Barrie | 
No Comments » Many people say that Indonesia is a plural nation with a Muslim majority. Hardly anyone would deny the current plurality of ethnicity, languages, and religions in Indonesia. A recent interfaith group said they viewed pluralism as the nation’s social capital, which should be revitalized and developed, thereby helping the Republic of Indonesia grow strong and prosper.
August 17th, Hari Proklamasi Indonesia - Indonesian Independence Day
By Barrie | No Comments » Indonesians celebrate the proclamation of independence from 350 years of Dutch colonial rule. Festivities abound in cities and villages alike, organized by the government, neighbourhood community associations and organizations.
Honoring Pancasila on Independence Day
By Barrie | No Comments » This August 17 is the 62nd anniversary of our national independence and this celebration should see us encourage all Indonesians to build a stronger sense of what it is to be Indonesian.
Indonesians in Focus: Ali Alatas
By Barrie | No Comments » Ali “Alex” Alatas’ tenure as Indonesian Foreign Minister may have ended in 1999 after the country’s brutal exit from East Timor — an event that deeply saddened him — but this does not mean that he has retired entirely from diplomatic activities.
Mataram Kingdom Excavation: Bantul, Central Java
By Barrie | No Comments » 
The 17th century Islamic kingdom of Mataram, under the leadership of Sultan Agung, used to be a major state known throughout the world. An inland kingdom located, Mataram still boasted a strong naval fleet.
Deconstructing Balinese Identity
By Barrie | No Comments » Images of the great and colorful celebrations surrounding the Kuningan-Galungan holidays in late June are still fresh in the mind.
Traditional Toys Revival: Yogyakarta, Central Java
By Barrie | No Comments » The usually quiet compound of the former campus of the Indonesian Fine Arts Academy (ASRI) on Jl. Gampingan Yogyakarta appeared merry as children amused themselves happily during a festival recently held there on the evening of July 29.
Ancient Sragen: Central Java
By Barrie | No Comments » The Central Javanese town of Sragen has long been on the Indonesian tourist map for its remarkable prehistoric human and animal fossils. But thanks to the efforts of the regency administration, the area is moving rapidly into the 21st century.
Was Soeharto the Equal of Sukarno?
By Barrie | 2 Comments » Former president Soeharto is a prominent figure in Indonesian history and society. He is an ideal subject for investigation, and a constant topic of conversation. That is not just because he was the number-one man in this country for so long.
Religious Minority Groups and the UN Declaration
By Barrie | No Comments » The Indigenous Peoples Alliance of the Archipelago (AMAN) is demanding that the government sign the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People to ensure they are given the same rights as all other Indonesians.
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