Indonesia at 72

As Indonesia approaches the celebration of Independence Professor Vedi Hadiz, Professor of Asian Studies at the Asia Institute, University of Melbourne, talks about Indonesias achievements and challenges.

Prof Vedi Hadiz at the Postgrad Roundtable at the University of Melbourne – Apr 2017. Source: SBS Indonesian

What have been the most significant Indonesian achievements since the declaration of independence? Why should we be concerned about the emergence of anger from below in contemporary Indonesia? Why are some of the reactions to identity politics potentially repressive? Professor Vedi Hadiz, assesses Indonesia as it nears 72 years of independence.