Periphery and Small Ones Matter

This open access book analyzes the dualism and inequality in Indonesia insofar as how it affects micro, Small & Medium enterprises. The author considers how the general direction of policy should be to mitigate the effects of agglomeration forces leading towards concentration of activities in developed areas, and exploit the same forces by encouraging small businesses to operate in a close proximity and enable them to enjoy the external economies. If serious efforts to foster inclusive growth are to be made, conducting these two tasks should be the focus of social planners. The question is, how? The book addresses this question by focusing on the role of interactions between policies and institutions, of which social capital is an important part.

Expands on Boeke's theory of social dualism by considering its relevance in today's environment

Analyzes the interactions between institutions and social capital on the one hand, and policies on the other

Provides a comprehensive understanding of the features and characteristics of the Indonesian society

This book is open access, which means that you have free and unlimited access

Autorentext

Iwan J Azis is Professor at Cornell University and University of Indonesia. He has addressed and published topics of financial economics, economic modeling, and the linkages between macro-financial policy and social issues.

Inhalt

1. Introduction.- 2. Development and Dualism.- 3. Agglomeration, Institutions, and Social Capital: Main Concepts & Methodologies.- 4. Mitigating Dualism and Exploiting the Interplay of Policy-Social Capital.- 5. Summary.