Leo Suryadinata Books

Focusing on Indonesia's foreign policy during Suharto's regime, this comprehensive study analyzes the nation's interactions with neighboring countries and major powers while situating these actions within the broader framework of foreign policy analysis. As the sole extensive examination of this period, the book has been reprinted to include a new postscript that explores developments in the post-Suharto era, covering leadership transitions from B.J. Habibie to Joko Widodo.

Exploring the unique "hybrid" culture of Peranakan Chinese communities, this book features fourteen chapters based on two decades of research. It examines cultural, national, and political identities across the Malay Archipelago, specifically Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore. Divided into two parts, the first part covers regional aspects with nine chapters, while the second part focuses solely on Indonesia with five chapters. The work provides insights into the historical context, current dynamics, and future prospects of the Peranakan Chinese.

About the This two-volume series is ideal for learners who have acquired a basic knowledge of Bahasa Indonesia but wish to master its finer points. Selected and edited by well-known scholars of Indonesia, this series not only enables learners to read newspaper and books in Bahasa Indonesia but also to understand the colourful culture and lifestyle of the people of Nusantara. "Essential Indonesian A Learner’s Guide 1" provides 172 passages carefully chosen from Indonesian dailies. The instructive and often humourous passages introduce depict everyday situations that occur in different regions of Indonesia. Ample examples on the correct forms and usage of Bahasa Indonesia are given, providing a better appreciation of cultural nuances. These passages in the book highlight and explain the differences between Bahasa Melayu (Malay Language) and Bahasa Indonesia. Whether one is in Sumatra, Jakarta, Java or the outer islands, this book is an essential guide to help the vistor come to grips with the language and to communicate more effectively.

With the rise of China and massive new migrations, China has adjusted its policy towards the Chinese overseas in Southeast Asia and beyond. This book deals with Beijing's policy which has been a response to the external events involving the Chinese overseas as well as the internal needs of China.