Effects of economic development on the geopolitical influence of Indonesia
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain how rapid economic development has changed Indonesia's international role.
Key learning points
- Rapid economic development has changed Indonesia's regional role.
- Indonesia is seen as a middle power, not a superpower.
- Indonesia uses trade to strengthen its role in Southeast Asia and beyond.
Keywords
Regional power - a country that is strong and influential in its part of the world but not necessarily globally dominant
Trade - the buying and selling of goods and services between countries
Geopolitical - the way geography, economics and politics influence a country’s power and relationships with other countries
Common misconception
Indonesia isn’t very influential because it is an emerging country.
Indonesia is the world’s fourth-most populous country and Southeast Asia’s largest economy. It is a major player in ASEAN, the G20 and global supply chains.
Teacher tip
The ASEAN website includes comic strips in ASEAN initiatives which students could explore as a way of understanding more about ASEAN's role in the region.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which island is home to Indonesia’s capital city, Jakarta?
Q2.Which of the following islands is the most populated in Indonesia?
Q3.What is the name of the ocean to the south of Indonesia?
Q4.What type of climate does most of Indonesia have?
Q5.Which of the following natural hazards is common in Indonesia because of its location on the Ring of Fire?
Q6.Which continent is Indonesia part of?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is a regional power?
Q2.What does “geopolitical” relate to?
Q3.Why might Indonesia’s economic development increase its geopolitical influence?
Q4.Which statement best describes Indonesia’s approach to relations with China and the USA?
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