Indonesia Rising: Islam, Democracy and the Rise of Indonesia as a Major Power

The decade following Reformasi in Indonesia, has been one of major social and economic transformation, allowing Indonesia to become a democratic and thriving nation ready to play a significant role in the new world order. The election of Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono for a second term signifies the maturing of democratic society and a promising future for the world's largest Muslim-majority nation.

In this timely book, Indonesia expert Nasir Tamara documents the key social, economic and political developments in Indonesia following its democratization. He covers the changes that have occurred in areas as diverse as the political system, military, bureaucracy, technology, industry, foreign policy, the economy, as well as media and the arts.