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Akil Yunus

Akil Yunus is a former journalist turned research analyst specialising in security and countering violent extremism. He holds a Masters in International Relations (Terrorism and Political Violence) from the University of Birmingham, and currently manages research projects at IMAN Research, a boutique think tank in Malaysia.

Articles by Akil Yunus

Nov
24
Violent Extremism

Arming Community Actors to Combat Violent Extremism in Malaysia

The evolving threat of violent extremism has underscored the need for a multi-stakeholder response. In Malaysia, initiatives on Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism (P/CVE) have been predominantly state-led and prioritise reactive or ‘hard’ security measures over lasting prevention.

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