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Idznursham Ismail

Idznursham Ismail holds a master’s degree in Strategic Studies.

Articles by Idznursham Ismail

Technology

Agritech: An Attractive Industry for Investment and Target for Attack

Agritech is an attractive solution for countries to maintain their food security by striving for self-sufficiency. Due to its attractiveness, safeguards must be in place to prevent any attacks on such facilities.

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Violent Extremism

Continued Interest to Employ Chemical Agents by Indonesian Extremists

The use of chemical agents by Indonesian extremists still poses a security concern based on their continued interest in their usage. Ricin, abrin and chlorine gas would continue being the agents of choice. Reasons include the relative ease to obtain their precursors.

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Politics

Deciding to be Malaysia’s PM8: An Organizational Trust Perspective

Via the organizational trust theory, insights can be obtained as to why accepting the royal mandate and not rushing to call for a snap election is ideal for Muhyiddin Yassin to become Malaysia’s PM8.

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Violent Extremism

Immortality via News Media? A Case Study of Former Terrorism Inmates in Indonesia

Employing Terror Management Theory (TMT), this study sought to explore the impact of the symbiotic relationship between news media and terrorism on terrorism perpetrators.

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Violent Extremism

Preventing the Radicalization of Former Terror Inmates’ Children in Indonesia

Disengagement and deradicalization of individuals convicted of terrorism require a holistic approach that must continue after the individuals release from prison. This is to ensure that violence is not pursued by these individuals and their children.

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Violent Extremism

Unconventional Weapons Plot in Indonesia: Motivation for Agents Selection and Potential Impact of Alarmist Police Statements

Within two years, Indonesian authorities uncovered plots intending to use unconventional weapons. There is seemingly an inclination to use chemical agents by Indonesian terrorist groups.

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Violent Extremism

Revoking Citizenship: Not a Step Forward for Indonesian Counter Terrorism

Proposed changes to Indonesia’s Anti-Terrorism Bill could include revoking the citizenships of its citizens who participated in terrorism overseas. Is this the right way forward?

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