China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in Cambodia has become a crucial economic and socio-cultural development factor for the nation, though at the cost of expanding China’s influence.
The UAE’s airline giants Etihad and Emirates have shown interest to keep Garuda Indonesia in the air. Time will tell if their interest and money are enough to do so.
Malaysia’s new electoral democracy is not going anywhere soon, despite the flimsiness of the unity government and the potent challenge posed by its opposition.
The Jakarta-Bandung Fast Train megaproject has incurred cost overrun after multi-year delays and would multiply the financial burden of the Indonesian government and its people.
China’s potential to become Indonesia’s close partner in energy transition is negatively affected by the reputation of its power plant and mining projects, which have caused environmental damages.
With easier access to information and education system, Indonesian youths may play a significant role in preventing a repeat of national polarization of the past ahead of next year’s presidential election.
Malaysia’s opposition recently accused an interfaith initiative by the Ministry of Youth and Sports of attempting to evangelise Muslim youth. Notably, JAIS and MAIS also aligned themselves against this initiative. With this mix, what does it mean for Malaysia and the current government?
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.
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.
Employing Terror Management Theory (TMT), this study sought to explore the impact of the symbiotic relationship between news media and terrorism on terrorism perpetrators.
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.
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.
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?
