Building U.S.-Indonesia Mutual Understanding Since 1994

SPECIAL EVENTS

Special Events

USINDO Special Events are half-day or full-day events where participants examine major trends in the United States and Indonesia, welcome newly assigned Ambassadors/special envoys to each country, or explore core political and economic developments in Indonesia and the US. These events bring Indonesians, Americans, and scholars from other countries together to discuss in-depth topical issues. The Society is also humbled to work in a concerted joint effort with other NGOs, both Indonesian and American, to carry out these events.

Peace Corps and Its First Year Back in Indonesia

March 4, 2011

Following the signing of the memorandum of understanding between the Governments of Indonesia and the United States establishing a Peace Corps program in December 2009, Ken Puvak was officially named…

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Facebook Nation: The Politics and Culture of Social Media in Indonesia

February 28, 2011

The phenomenon of social media such as Facebook and Twitter is not only taking place in the US and Europe.  Indonesia, Japan, the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia and India are among…

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Developing Indonesia’s Alternative Energy: Policy and Practical Implications

February 22, 2011

Indonesia’s economic growth requires not only increases in the supply of energy, but also wisdom in the use of its energy resources in a sustainable way.   Recognizing the need for…

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Emerging Indonesia: Development & Democracy in Southeast Asia's Largest Middle Income Country

February 14, 2011

Indonesia has made remarkable progress since the 1998 economic and political crises. It is the largest economy in Southeast Asia, with a vibrant democracy and an impressive track record in…

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