Knowing Indonesia Through Time
The fate of Indonesian studies in Russia and China was at a point closely linked to the political relations Indonesia shared with both nations. The era of Indonesias founding president Sukarno translated into some of the best years of learning for experts on Indonesian studies in Russia and China. However, following the September 30 Movement which led to the slaughter of hundreds of thousands of Indonesians, as well as Sukarnos downfall, the tides turned in 1965. Classes on Indonesian studies were gradually deserted. The following series of articles takes a look at whether or not conditions have changed since, as well as how classes on Indonesian studies have mushroomed across learning centers in South Korea.
November 16, 2011
The Great Bear Becomes Hard of Hearing
Indonesia was at one time considered a favorite subject for Russian scientists. This changed with the collapse of the Soviet Union.
THE white-painted building in the heart of Moscow looked deserted. In summer, the (Vostocni UniversitetEd.) is indeed quieter. Known commonly worldwide as Moscows University of Oriental Studies, Vostocni Universitet is one of many historic colleges in Russia. In English, Vostocn
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