My study focuses on the relationship between violence and state capitalism in post-authoritarian Indonesia.
Should we worry about Islamism in Indonesia?
May 12, 2017 06:29 am UTC| Insights & Views
Anxiety about radicalism and religious tolerance in Indonesia have triggered reactionary responses that could be dangerous for the countrys democracy. Joko Widodos administration recently announced plans to disband Hizb...
Indonesia's new cabinet built on political transactions
Aug 01, 2016 07:28 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics
It is not surprising that the new ministers recently appointed by Indonesian President Joko Widodo still reflect a cabinet of compromise. As a political outsider, the president lacks the support of a strong political...
Understanding violence against the left in Indonesia
Apr 14, 2016 04:56 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics
Over the past year, public discussions and gatherings in Indonesia on left-wing ideas and the 1965 anti-communist purge, and even female punk groups have been forced to cancel or move to other venues due to pressure from...
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