Many said Indonesia as unfinished nation, I might call it a country in progress with history in the making. A large body of literature and vast source of information on Indonesia have been widely available, including large number of publications with specific topics. I would like to suggest several credible on-line sources which might be of relevance to your fields.
Economic History of Indonesia
The Economic History of Indonesia from EH.net (Economic History Asociation). This article provides concise yet comprehensive overview of economic development until Asian Financial Crisis. The author seems cleverly synthesize various literatures on Indonesian economic history.
An economic history of Indonesia, 1800-2010 by Jan Luten van Zanden and Daan Marks. I might say this genial work delivers comprehensive account on Indonesian economy with particular feature on their number crunching relying on Angus Maddison's authoritative figures.
The economy of Indonesia - selected readings, edited by Bruce Glassburner. This book has been reprinted from its initial version and it is still relevant as important reference on Indonesian economy during Old Order era (1958-1965). Author's acquaintance with numerous Indonesian early economists had shape his work into reliable resources.
The Indonesian Economy, by Hal Hill. It is one of the classic text-books for Indonesian economics students which provides comprehensive information during New Order era. The author gives accurate description on Indonesia's economic performance and its policies during strong growth moment and rapid period of industrialisation. The renewed edition also takes the story of the dramatic turnaround and political and economic crises since 1997, including the demise of New Order.
Netherlands India: a study of plural economy, classic magnum opus by J.S. Furnivall in 1939. This study traces the economic and social development of Netherlands India from the arrival of the Dutch to 1939. It illustrates the geographical, economic and social features of the colony, and how Dutch and native Indonesian inhabitants co-existed within a unique, now lost, society and culture.
The Politics of Economic Development in Indonesia: Contending Perspectives, Translating key speeches and articles by leading Indonesian figures, Ian Chalmers and Vedi R.Hadiz present and analyse trends in economic thinking during this period. They outline three streams of thought advanced by contending political forces which have long influenced policy making: economic nationalism; economic liberalism; and economic populism.
Indonesia Etc. Exploring the Improbable Nation by Elisabeth Pisani.
Economic Updates
There are a number of academic journals and publications on current economic situation. However, Bulletin of Indonesian Economic Studies (BIES) never disappoints in delivering high-quality articles from reputable scholars. Updates on economic situation and current discussed events are routinely summarised and analysed in their "Survey of recent development" which appears in every volume. Worth to note that BIES is considered a journal with high impact factor.
Another source published by the World Bank titled Indonesia Economic Quarterly presents updated information and prognostic overview on economic policies.
Discussion and other important events such as conferences can provide multitude sources on economic update. Indonesia Update is an annual event held by Australian National University which regularly gathers prominent researchers and policy makers on certain topics. The event itself is designed at the beginning to provide discussion venue with wide-range themes at a time.
Socio-Economic Issues
Indonesia has been labelled as one of emerging economies yet it still struggles with ordinarily third-world problems such as poverty, inequality, and unemployment. Below are several resources on the topic.
SMERU. This is an independent think-tank organisation with strong background on poverty analysis. Originally embedded into World Bank office in Jakarta, they successfully managed to create "spin-off" organisation and recruited best researchers in the country.
CSIS, an influential research group which was associated with New Order policy-making inner circle in the past. It focuses on economic and political contexts.
Positive Forecast and Estimates
Publications which depict positive projection on Indonesia as one of major economies has been cited vastly:
McKinsey Global Institute writes that Indonesia has a good prospect and will be the seventh largest economy in 2030.
The World Bank provides current result on largest economies based on new conversion of Purchasing Power Parity which puts Indonesia in No. 10.
BBC reports that Indonesia is potentially building new alliance with other emerging countries i.e. Mexico, Nigeria, Turkey whilst maintaining its relationship with other major players in G20 and ASEAN.
Challenges Ahead
Publications which depict serious challenges for Indonesia to develop as advanced industralised nation usually focuses on the issues surrounding slow growth, redistribution, and persistence social problems eg. poverty, unemployment, inequality.
Other Notable Sources
Should you fancy some other publications on Indonesia with different contexts, I would suggest the following:
Inside Indonesia, a wide range publication from Melbourne-based institution namely the Indonesian Resources and Information Program. It provides a deeper image of Indonesia than that painted by mainstream media. It focuses on human rights, environmental, social and political issues, but is not limited to those issues. It is not an academic journal, but a publication which produces high standard, interesting, jargon free material about Indonesia by Indonesians or by others who have travelled, lived and/or done research in the country.
Indonesia journal, semi-annually published by Cornell University. Devoted to the timely study of Indonesia's culture, history, government, economy, and society. It features original scholarly articles, interviews, translations, and book reviews. Published since April 1966, the journal provides area scholars and interested readers with contemporary analyses of Indonesia and an extensive archive of research pertaining to the nation and region.
New Mandala, a collection of blogs contributed by scholars throughout different background, mostly on political science. Administered by ANU in Canberra and frequented by expert on Indonesian development.
Twits
A number of scholars who inventively throw opinions on Indonesia through their twitter account are also of consideration. Among others are:
Thomas B. Pepinsky - @TomPepinsky
Arianto Patunru - @acopatunru
Haryo Aswicahyono - @Aswicahyono
Tom Kompas - @Tom_Kompas
List of Prominent Figures in Indonesian Economy
The following list is made subjectively based on their contribution to the development and economic policy in Indonesia ranging from pre-Independence period until to date. Not necessarily to be economists, these figures heavily influence the shape and incarnation of Indonesian economy.
Mohammad Hatta (1902-1980), the first vice-president who successfully laid the strong foundation for Indonesian economy which incorporate several values such as collectivism, socialism, capitalism and promotion of social justice.
Sumitro Djojohadikusumo (1917-2001), the doyen of early economists in Indonesia.
Widjojo Nitisastro (1927-2012) the former head of National Planning Agency who successfully managed transition process in 1960s.
Mubyarto (1938-2005), the ardent advocate of "Ekonomi Kerakyatan" and Pancasila Economy.
Mohammad Sadli (1922-2008), a member of "Berkeley Mafia".
Radius Prawiro (1928-2005),
Emil Salim (b. 1930),
Ali Wardhana (b. 1928),
Soebroto (b. 1928),
J.B. Sumarlin (b. 1932),
Sjahrir (1945-2008),
Ginandjar Kartasasmita (b. 1941)
Boediono (b. 1943)
Sri Mulyani
M. Chatib Basri