The Republic of Indonesia is a state in Southeast Asia, located on the islands of the Malay Archipelago and the western part of the island of New Guinea. It ranks fourth in the world in terms of population. Unitary state, presidential republic. The head of state is the president.
The capital is Jakarta. The basic law of the state is the constitution. It is washed by the waters of the Pacific and Indian oceans. It borders Malaysia, Papua New Guinea and East Timor. About 88% of the population is Muslim, making Indonesia the country with the largest Muslim population in the world. Almost the entire territory is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire. Earthquakes and tsunamis periodically occur in various regions. There are about 100 active volcanoes in the country.
Climate. The climate in most of Indonesia is equatorial, humid. The average annual temperature is 27-30 °C.
Number. The estimated population at the end of 2022 will be 282,648,040 people.
Language. The official language of Indonesia is Indonesian. Its status is regulated by the constitution and current legislation. A small part of the population uses the state language in everyday life. In the family circle, most Indonesians communicate in their native local languages. At the same time, a significant part of the inhabitants are bilingual - they are equally fluent in their native and state languages, many consider both languages to be native.
Indonesia is an island state. An agro-industrial country with a dynamically developing economy. Recently, the country has become more and more calm, but the main threat is inter-ethnic and inter-religious conflicts.
Education in Indonesia is becoming more and more popular among foreigners. Studying provides an opportunity to receive a world-class education. For foreign students, studying will cost less than studying in the US or in European countries. The state pays much attention to local educational institutions, which will bring positive results in the future. The country has a high level of socio-economic inequality. There are many reasons, but the main ones are low tax rates on the income of rich people and capital flight to offshore.
Nature in Indonesia is gorgeous. 60% of the country's area is covered with moist evergreen equatorial forests. Here among the palm trees, blue sky, bright temples and sea breeze, you might think that you are in a fairy tale. If you love yoga, then you are at the very heart of these practices, if you are a surfer, then you can catch a wave here all year round, if you are a connoisseur of history, then ancient temples and picturesque villages will not leave you indifferent.
Indonesia is a country of contrasts. Primitive tribes still remain here, who cultivate the land as they did thousands of years ago, and there are modern cities with luxurious hotels and business centers.
The desire to change the country of residence arises for various reasons. And if you are looking for a country where life flows calmly and measuredly, and you want to forget about the fuss and worries for minor reasons, then here you will find a place under the sun.
Each island has its own specifics, its own laws. But one thing still unites almost all Indonesians - this is an incredible benevolence towards foreigners. After all, it is not for nothing that the Festival of Lights is considered one of the most important holidays. He personifies the triumph of good and light over evil, darkness and ignorance.
