Rohingya

Rohingya Boats Find Shelter in Indonesia’s Aceh Region

Up to 525 Rohingya refugees have been allowed to disembark in western Indonesia's Aceh province after three boats landed there after weeks at sea. 250 people on a boat reached the province's coast but were pushed back by villagers before...
Malaysia

Malaysian Special Branch: Challenges and Opportunities

In 2019, the Malaysian Human Rights Commission (Suhakam) found that Amri Che Mat and Pastor Raymond Koh were victims of enforced disappearance by members of the Special Branch. Both abductions were conducted by a professional force, indicating extra-judicial action above...
Indonesian President Joko Widodo

Can Jokowi Swing the Vote in Indonesia’s Presidential Election?

Prabowo Subianto has chosen Gibran Rakabuming Raka, the current mayor of Solo and the son of President Jokowi, as his running mate for the 2024 presidential race. The Constitutional Court relaxed the age limit for vice presidential candidates, and Kaesang...
Myanmar security forces walks by a checkpoint in Yangon

Myanmar’s Military: Delving into Their Exploitative Reach on Migrant Finances

Myanmar migrant workers in Southeast Asia are facing tougher times due to two recent orders issued by the State Administration Council (SAC). The first order requires migrant workers to remit at least 25% of their salaries every month, sent through...
Indonesia presidential election season

Indonesia’s Political Pulse Quickens: Presidential Race Gains Momentum as Candidates Enroll

JAKARTA Indonesia is preparing for the election season for its presidential race, with nearly 205 million people expected to choose who will lead the country's resource-rich economy and drive a shift away from fossil fuel reliance. The race is expected...
Indonesian President Joko Widodo

Indonesian Ruling Party’s Strategic Move: Respected Minister Added to Election Ticket

JAKARTA Indonesia's ruling party, the Indonesian Democratic Party-Struggle (PDI-P), has announced that its presidential candidate, Ganjar Pranowo, will be paired with a respected senior cabinet minister. The party's leader, Megawati Sukarnoputri, believes that Pranowo could be a good referee in...
Indonesia constitutional court

Indonesian Leader’s Son Granted Opportunity to Pursue Vice Presidency: A Game-Changer in the Political Landscape

Indonesia's Constitutional Court has ruled that politicians under 40 years old can run for president and vice president in the 2024 elections. The decision, backed by the court's chief judge, the brother-in-law of President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo, could allow Jokowi's...
Thailand

Political and Domestic Violence in Southern, Thailand

Thailand's southern provinces often overlook women's struggles and suggest loyalty. In 2022, a woman was raped in Yala province, highlighting the need for Islamic institutions to address domestic abuse against Muslim women. Oxfam's Violence-against-Women project in southern Thailand aims to...
Singapore Home Affairs and Law Minister K. Shanmugam

Singapore’s Commitment to Peace Amid Israel-Hamas Conflict: Insights from Shanmugam

Singapore's Home Affairs and Law Minister K. Shanmugam has emphasized the need to maintain racial and religious peace in the country amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. He expressed concerns that the ongoing conflict, which began on 7...
Timor-Leste

Timor-Leste: Facts, Problems, and Specialties

Timor-Leste, a Southeast Asian nation, gained independence from Indonesia in 2002 after a 25-year occupation by Indonesia. Despite the challenges, the Timorese people demonstrated unwavering determination to build a democratic and peaceful nation. Their commitment to democratic principles, including adopting...
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