On the northwest coast of Java lies the port city of Jakarta, the capital city of Indonesia. More than 10 million residents of myriad different tribes, cultures and religions thrive in this veritable melting pot. Indonesia, like other Southeast Asian economies, has been resilient to the global economic downturn; in recent years, its economy has grown faster than other major emerging market economies, second only to China. These days in Jakarta, new restaurants open regularly and convenience stores are mushrooming. Those moving here on an expat salary can expect to live in upmarket housing with large gardens and endless offers of domestic help. Beyond your front door, however, the city suffers high traffic congestion and an aging infrastructure, so don’t count on getting to work on time every day. Jakarta is dominated by water. Several major rivers carve through the low-lying region, and 40% of the land area of Jakarta’s five sub-cities lies below sea level. Consequently, the region has been prone to regular flooding during the wet season and during high tides.