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Social Capital and Economic Development in a Large and Multi-Ethnic Developing Country: Evidence from Indonesia

The role of social capital in economic development has been a subject of interest to both academics and practitioners of development for several decades. However, empirical evidence on social capital in the context of developing countries is still relatively scant. This study explores the effects of social capital on economic development in Indonesia, a large and multi-ethnic developing country.
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Nawala SMERU December/XII/2023

This marks the last issue of Nawala SMERU in 2023.
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Nawala SMERU November/XI/2023

SMERU conducted research to identify gaps in the social protection system in Papua, particularly looking at its impact on the indigenous peoples of Papua. We released the findings in conjunction with the commemoration of Papua Special Autonomy Day on 21 November.
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Nawala SMERU October/X/2023
The government has made various efforts to prevent the worsening impacts of climate change. However, local governments have not fully engaged in these initiatives. This edition of Nawala SMERU provides insights into SMERU's research plan designed to enhance the capacities of local governments in implementing just energy transition. 
 
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Nawala SMERU September/IX/2023

We have reached the last quarter of 2023. This month, SMERU engaged in numerous discussions with policymakers. In addition, we organized the 2023 Forum Pembangunan Daerah (FPD), or the Regional Development Forum in Kupang, in collaboration with the Provincial Government of East Nusa Tenggara (NTT).

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