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Osman, Samsul Kamil
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Propaganda of the Bintang Timur Newspaper during the Indonesia-Malaysia Confrontation, 1963-1965 Osman, Samsul Kamil; Haniffa, Mohamed Ali; binti Rambely, Nor Azlah Sham
JURNAL JAWI Vol 7 No 2 (2024): Media, Resistance and Social Harmony
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Intan Lampung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24042/jawi.v7i2.24698

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This survey study aims to review the propaganda activities of the Bintang Timur newspaper, published by the Indonesian Communist Party (PKI), during the Indonesia-Malaysia Confrontation from 1963 to 1965. The objective of this study is to examine how effectively the PKI utilized Bintang Timur to spread propaganda in order to gain public support for the movement to Ganyang Malaysia (Crush Malaysia). The propaganda, through articles and cartoons, successfully instilled hatred among the people towards the leaders and citizens of Malaysia. This study explores the Indonesian Communist Party's (PKI) role in the Indonesia-Malaysia Confrontation (1963-1965), using historical methodology and focusing on its political, social, and military involvement. Data is collected through library research, primarily examining newspapers published by the PKI. In addition to references at the National Library of the Republic of Indonesia, field studies such as interviews and observations were also conducted by the author. The study's findings show that the propaganda of the Indonesian Communist Party, through both written content and the use of cartoons, successfully influenced the Indonesian public to support President Sukarno's confrontation policy towards Malaysia. This public support was translated into backing for President Sukarno’s Ganyang Malaysia campaign.
Democracy and the Constitutional Monarchy in Malaysia: A Constitutional Analysis of Monarchical Discretion and Democratic Legitimacy, 1983–2022 Osman, Samsul Kamil
JURNAL JAWI Vol 8 No 1 (2025): Nusantara's Networks and Islam
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Intan Lampung

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This article examines the evolving relationship between representative democracy and constitutional monarchy in Malaysia, focusing on the constitutional role and discretionary powers of the Malay Rulers and the Yang di-Pertuan Agong during political crises from 1983 to 2022. Rooted in historical compromise and shaped by postcolonial governance, Malaysia’s hybrid system features both electoral legitimacy and monarchical authority a balance that has repeatedly come under strain during moments of institutional uncertainty. The study adopts a qualitative, document-based methodology, analysing constitutional provisions, parliamentary records, royal statements, and judicial decisions. Drawing upon theories of popular and symbolic sovereignty, the research is guided by three core questions: (1) How does Malaysia’s monarchy operate within the framework of representative democracy? (2) How have discretionary powers been exercised in political transitions? (3) What reforms are necessary to harmonise monarchy and democratic legitimacy? Key case studies—including the 1983 and 1993 constitutional amendments, the 2009 Perak impasse, and the 2020–2022 Prime Ministerial appointments—highlight the monarchy’s expanded role during crises, revealing both stabilising functions and democratic tensions. A comparative analysis with other constitutional monarchies such as the United Kingdom, Japan, Thailand, Spain, and the Netherlands provides insight into best practices and institutional safeguards. The article concludes that while the monarchy remains a vital pillar of national unity, institutional reform is necessary to codify conventions, strengthen parliamentary supremacy, and modernise royal communication. Malaysia’s future political stability depends on a recalibrated relationship between monarchy and democracy one that is legally coherent, politically neutral, and aligned with civic expectations.
Co-Authors binti Rambely, Nor Azlah Sham Haniffa, Mohamed Ali