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Deradicalization Programs in Malaysian Prisons Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic: Limitations & Challenges
Mohd Mizan Aslam
2022
The Malaysian approach to deradicalization is facing significant challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. The split between public and private entities towards violent extremist rehabilitation jeopardizes the effectiveness of mandatory deradicalization programs in Malaysian prisons.
Engaging the Community in Countering Violent Extremism in the Pandemic Era
Despite the pandemic, violent extremism remains a perennial threat. Governments must now integrate non-legal measures with their legal framework to effectively combat this threat.
Terrorist Working from Home: Pandemic and The Transposition of Violent Extremism in Malaysia
COVID-19 has not only presented many unprecedented challenges to daily lives; it has changed the violent extremism landscape in Malaysia.
Malaysia: The Pandemic and Emergency and its Consequences on Parliament and Elections
- Ryan Chua
- 2021
The recent Emergency declaration in Malaysia is touted as an extraordinary measure during extraordinary times, though many question if it was necessary to manage a pandemic that seemed to be under control just six months ago.
COVID-19 as a Catalyst for Tele-psychiatry Development in Indonesia
Developed due to current circumstances, tele-psychiatry is not only an advancement in mental healthcare but could facilitate equitable access in Indonesia. This is evident from its quick adoption by the public, a feat difficult to achieve under normal circumstances.
Beyond Vaccines: The Importance of Sustainable Policy in Indonesia after COVID-19
- Satria Aji Imawan
- 2021
The Government of Indonesia (GoI) newest plan on vaccination brings optimism towards COVID-19 recovery. Although vaccination is seemingly a solution, GoI should consider adopting Sustainable Policy as a basic value of thinking beyond COVID-19 eradication.
Indonesia’s Ascend to Become the Highest COVID-19 Infected in Southeast Asia
- Restu Diantina Putri
- 2021
Indonesia has topped COVID-19 cases in Southeast Asia. Four factors have contributed to its predicament.
Not All Houses are Homes: Domestic Violence in Indonesia during COVID-19
- Wulan Danoekoesoemo
- 2021
While focused on managing COVID-19, Indonesia is encountering an increase in female domestic violence victims. Though avoidable, it is never too late for Indonesia to address this emerging crisis.
Info-demic in Malaysia: Present and Future Challenges
- Farlina Said
- 2020
An oxymoronic term, ‘fake news’ has become synonymous with aspects of info-demic. Malaysia is no less susceptible to the vulnerabilities of the info-demic. However, there are idiosyncrasies in Malaysia’s legislative and fact-checking approaches which makes solutions decisively local.
The Challenges of Preventing Online Radicalization of Indonesian Children during COVID-19
- Mayolisia Ekayanti
- 2020
Indonesian children face an increased risk of online radicalization during COVID-19. This commentary discusses the challenges to prevent such radicalization while proposing how the involvements of social influencers may be a step forward.
Key Roles of Businesses in Indonesia to Prevent Hateful Content in a COVID-19 Era
- Alamsyah M. Dja’far
- 2020
The dissemination of hateful contents generally increases in Indonesia during crises such as COVID-19 and political contestations. Such hateful contents reflect deep-seated sentiments that have developed through Indonesia’s history.
