Articles

Wasisto Raharjo Jati

Wasisto Raharjo Jati is a researcher at the Center for Politics, Indonesia.

Articles by Wasisto Raharjo Jati

Environment

Mining Dilemma for Non-State Actors

Indonesia’s government co-opts religious groups and universities in the mining industry, trading their moral authority for lucrative benefits.

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Politics

Ulamas and Their (Informal) Political Power

Ulamas’ status as informal leaders accords them a degree of influence in political contests.

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Politics

The Recent Decline of Interfaith Dialogue in Indonesia: Causes and Challenges

The decline of interfaith dialogue in Indonesia comes at a time when there is a growing reluctance to accept people of different identities. This is concerning as recent conservatism swing has particularly made people more religious but not necessarily spiritual, making it harder for people to embrace the spirit of pluralism that has been ingrained in the Indonesian society for so long. Thus, there is an urgent need to revitalise this process in the country.

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