Search for strength

Article Abstract:

The impact of the election results in Islamic countries of Indonesia and Malaysia is discussed. The problems faced in multi-ethnic countries are described. Accordingly free elections may induce conflict but their absence may also create a peace that hides severe social and ethnic divisions.

Elections, Islamic countries

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At a crossroads

Article Abstract:

The future of Malaysia after the retirement of the prime Minster Dr. Mahathir Mohamad is discussed. Mahathir's successor will face the difficult task of reconciling increasing Islamism with the modernist path that has transformed Malaysia into an economic dynamo.

Public affairs, Political activity, Appointments, resignations and dismissals, Mahathir Mohamad

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Militias on the move

Article Abstract:

Indonesia is facing serious consequences since the collapse of President Suharto's New Order regime in 1998. The various outbreaks of violence include bombings, separatist movements, ethnic conflicts and Islamic fundamentalism.

Political violence, Ethnic violence

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