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Key economic trends in Indonesia since 1990

Indonesia: case study of an emerging country

Unit Summary

This unit teaches pupils about Indonesia, a case study of an emerging country. Pupils learn about the location and importance of Indonesia at different scales and the economic and social characteristics of the country. Pupils will also learn about industrial developments, population and aid.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to explain how Indonesia's economic sectors have changed since 1990.

Key Notes

  • Indonesia has experienced rapid economic change.
  • In Indonesia, there has been rapid economic change in GDP and per capita GNI since 1990.
  • In Indonesia, there have been changes in the importance of economic sectors since 1990.
  • In Indonesia, there have been economic changes in the type of foreign direct investment since 1990.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • GDP per capita: total value of goods and services produced within a country, divided by its population
  • GNI per capita: GDP plus income from foreign investments and remittances, divided by the population
  • foreign direct investment: (FDI) foreign countries invest in businesses or industries in another country, often by setting up or buying local companies
  • development: process of improving living standards, economy, healthcare and education, often measured by factors like life expectancy

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • In Indonesia, agriculture remains the dominant sector in the economy.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Explain this geography topic using two clear key points.

Indonesia has experienced rapid economic change. In Indonesia, there has been rapid economic change in GDP and per capita GNI since 1990.

2. Define this geography term and use it in an example. 'GDP per capita'

total value of goods and services produced within a country, divided by its population.

3. Correct this common geography misunderstanding.

Mistake: In Indonesia, agriculture remains the dominant sector in the economy. Correction: Agriculture was once Indonesia's economic backbone, but its role has declined since the 1990s. Today, industry and services dominate GDP, with manufacturing, finance, tourism, and digital sectors growing.

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