Mainland Contrasts

The countries of Malaysia and Myanmar show the contrasts in the governments and economies

of Southeast Asia. Malaysia has a market economy and profitable industries. Myanmar has an

autocratic government and limited trade. The standard of living is low.

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Indonesia’s Size Poses Challenges

After World War II, Indonesia declared its independence. A long-standing dictator and now

Islamic extremists and religious and ethnic conflicts have held the country back from its potential.

The Philippines Seeks Democracy

The Philippines have had a democratic government on and off since independence in 1946.

Presidents have turned into dictators and then been forced from office by massive protests.

Recently, Communist and Muslim separatist guerrilla fighters have caused deaths throughout

the country.

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