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Is INDONESIA truly the RICHEST, most POWERFUL nation in the SOUTH EAST ASIA? |
Travel Info I once thought that Indonesia is truly the RICHEST, most POWERFUL nation in the ASIA. Most people disagree and argue that China or Japan is more appropriate. Okay, but those two are located in the East Asia. How about in the region South East Asia? Is Indonesia truly the one there? PS: I read that President Soekarno of Indonesia once declared war toward Malaysia. Who won the war actually? Indonesia? Malaysia? Are they still at war right now? If Indonesia and Malaysia had TOTAL WAR right NOW in the 21st CENTURY, who would win? Travel Tips I'm Indonesian. You are ten years too late asking this question. The truth is, Indonesia has the richest natural resources and the largest population in South East Asia. But Indonesia is among the world poor countries. Before the 90's economical crisis in Indonesia, YES, it's the richest, most powerful nation in south east asia. Even in the whole Asia we're in the top three along with China and Japan. But when the economical crisis hit hard (caused by wide and large corruption), Indonesia falling down so fast into the bottom. In history, YES, we we're once declared a war to Malaysia during President Soekarno rules. It's caused by border problems. There's not a single shot actually, because Malaysia is so affraid back then, run like a chicken. But after the 90's economical crisis, Malaysia already invaded and take over two island in the border. Then, not long ago they want to take another Islands named Ambalat Islands (rich with oil). But our weak government under President Susilo B. Yudhoyono is make peace with them. Even peoples all over Indonesia roaring asking for war with Malaysia, but Mr. Weak President ignore it. If there are any war, who will win ? Indonesia has large army, Malysia is nothing compare to it. But since Indonesia is poor country, we don't have the sophisticated war machine like Malaysia. I don't know who will win, but I hope Malaysia will not try to take over another Indonesian Island again. Others Talking about South East Asia I'd rather say that Thailand is better off. But everything has to been seen from different points. Sorry, but for future wars I'm not a fortune-teller! And truly hope that they won't happen... i think Indonesia could be the most powerful country in South East Asia in terms of its people. Knowing that it has the largest population in the whole of SEA, it can actually drag its neighbor countries behind when a war occurs. You have mentioned Japan and China. They are rich in ECONOMIC terms. Indonesia is also the largest nation in SEA and therefore President Soekarno attributed the richness of the country in its natural resources that can be found in its vast land area. For me, Malaysia has the greatest possibility of winning the war. why? Malaysia is wealthier than Indonesia in economic terms. It can invest a large amount of money for war equipment and so on. Lastly, why would 2 Muslim countries fight with each other? I would think Malaysia is Economically and Financially stronger than Indonesia and their Armed forces are constantly on Alert status on the Thai border giving them a lot of experience .Indonesian forces have been active in many of the External Provinces against Anti Indonesian forces: So I would guess them to be about even. You can get some idea about 1963 - Konfrontasi http://www.mindef.gov.sg/imindef/about_u... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/indonesia-m... Indonesia is not the richest country, there are many counrty like malaysia, brunei , thailand singapore is richer than indonesia. in terms of power, may be because they have 3rd most people in the world. as for the war, there is no war between malaysia and indonesia. may be a an economy war. Indonesia once is a powerful country if the crisis in 97 didn't hit hard. I would not say Indonesia is now but once...that's different story. But if you look to a more clear view to the government...yes they are rich and powerful but the problem is the money don't goes to public but to individuals (corruption)...I dare say this because if you look closely you'll find rich and powerful people that didn't actually recorded in SEA economics leader... For the war, it's not an open war exactly but maybe you refer to the border conflict few years ago. I dare not to think Indonesia and Malaysia at war and it shouldn't happen at all costs. |
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