International propagation of economic shocks through global supply chain

Todo investigates the extent of global propagation of economic shocks from natural disasters, using the information on supply-chain ties of major international firms.

Debt-growth causality and its limit in developing Asia

Shanika Rathnayake presents her PhD findings on debt and economic growth in developing Asia.

Survey of recent developments in Indonesia

This seminar will preview the authors’ forthcoming article in the Bulletin of Indonesian Economic Studies.

Abstract forthcoming.

When did Indonesia de-industrialise? Long-term trends in industrialisation

Pierre van der Eng presents historical evidence on the various causes of episodes of industrialisation and de-industrialisation in Indonesia during 1870-2018.

Thesis proposal: Essays on human capital accumulation and inequality

Matthew Woolf presents his thesis proposal on human capital and inequality.

Young men and access to HIV care in Jakarta, Indonesia

This presentation presents the results of focus group discussions and interviews with outreach workers (peers who counsel and assist at-risk individuals), healthcare workers who work at a number of Jakarta healthcare clinics (Puskesmas) and at-risk young men in the capital.

Understanding the blockchain economy: an introduction to institutional cryptoeconomics

Jason Potts provides an overview of blockchain technology and explains its significance for economists.

Contributions of CGIAR R&D to global poverty reduction

Will Martin reports on an attempt to measure the impact on world poverty of research and development undertaken by CGIAR over the period 1971–¬2015.

Learning by persistent exporting: direct evidence from Vietnam

Phan Le presents his PhD findings on exports and learning in Vietnam

Territorial autonomy in Indonesia and beyond

Join us at the presentation to explore territorial autonomy in Indonesia and beyond.