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Journal of Islamic World and Politics
ISSN : 26140535     EISSN : 26551330     DOI : https://doi.org/10.18196/jiwp
Journal of Islamic World and Politics (JIWP) aims to facilitate the deployment of ideas and research in the field of international relations and Islamic world. The scope of JIWP consist of: International political economy, Diplomacy and foreign policy, Global governance, Democracy and Cultural Studies, Globalization and global civil society, Regional and international security; or The other topic is relevant to international studies and Islamic World.
Articles 58 Documents
Indonesian Coffee Diplomacy in Strengthening Bilateral Relations Between Indonesia and Kazakhstan in 2019-2024 Wijaya, Nadia Puspita; Fathun, Laode Muhamad
Journal of Islamic World and Politics Vol. 9 No. 1 (2025): June 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18196/jiwp.v9i1.169

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Indonesia has many types of coffee that can be exported abroad. Coffee is one of Indonesia's export products that can enter Kazakhstan, a country similar to Indonesia. Both are countries with a Muslim majority. This multicultural country in Central Asia has experienced increasing growth in coffee shops since 2019-2020. Central Asia is a target for Indonesia's economic diplomacy because it has the potential to increase exports and investment. Kazakhstan's strategic position as a trade and business center in Central Asia means that this country will re-export coffee to surrounding countries, namely Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Mongolia. Researchers are interested in seeing how Indonesia’s coffee diplomacy strategy improves bilateral relations between Indonesia and Kazakhstan because there has been no research on Indonesia’s coffee diplomacy with Kazakhstan. The research was conducted using qualitative research methods, such as collecting primary data through interviews and observations and secondary data through literature reviews from articles, journals, books, video documentation, and publication documentation. Researchers have observed Kazakhstan and see that Indonesian coffee products are attractive and suitable for foreigners and local Kazakhs. The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Astana promotes coffee by displaying Indonesian coffee products at the Indonesian Cultural Center and displaying or bringing coffee products to various state events, approaching or lobbying the market or distributors, and establishing agreements in terms of policy.
Renewable Energy Collaboration Potentials between Indonesia and Timor-Leste through the Lense of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) Anggraeni, Silvia Dian; Ramadhan, Iqbal; J. Abbas, Rusdi; Dunggio, Bianca Azallia; Anastasia, Salsabila Gracia
Journal of Islamic World and Politics Vol. 9 No. 1 (2025): June 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18196/jiwp.v9i1.170

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This study investigates the untapped potential for South-South Cooperation (SSC) between Indonesia and Timor-Leste in the development of renewable energy. While both nations are endowed with energy resources and have aligned their policies with international sustainable development goals, cooperation in renewable energy is not maximally exploited. The study aims to identify the cooperation areas in the SSC context, particularly low-carbon development, in accordance with the Nations Determined Contributions (NDCs) of both countries. With a qualitative approach, the study combined primary and secondary data, which were presented in NDC reports. The study explored both countries' current energy scenarios, renewable energy development targets, and potential cooperative endeavors. The findings illustrate immense partnership opportunities driven by common and contrasting situations. Indonesia's advanced renewable energy sector places it in a position to support Timor-Leste technically, inducing a horizontal and non-conditioned SSC model. However, regulatory divergence, state coordination issues, and differential priorities ought to be addressed through composite coordination and care in managing government authority fragments. This research highlights the necessity of utilizing SSC to enhance renewable energy initiatives in the two countries to serve the goals of global sustainable development.
From Politics to Economic Cooperation: Islam as Identity of Foreign Policy in Jokowi Era Karisma, Gita; Rachmawati, Tety
Journal of Islamic World and Politics Vol. 9 No. 1 (2025): June 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18196/jiwp.v9i1.171

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The issue of Islam in Indonesia's foreign policy is generally used as a tool to achieve political interests. At the beginning of independence, Arab countries were the main supporters of Indonesian independence. The rest of the time, the issue of Islam was also used by leaders as a tool to gain political support at the domestic level, as well as to reduce the pressure of public opinion. This article aims to look at the discourse and orientation of Indonesia's foreign policy regarding Islamic issues in the Jokowi era. Using a discourse analysis method, the article found that as a democratic country, the discourse that Indonesia has always built regarding Islam is a humanitarian issue. In addition, there is a transformation occurring that Islam has begun to be used to encourage economic cooperation and build the image of Indonesia's leadership among Muslim countries. Indonesia also began to move from using Islamic discourse only as a political tool, and now, it is used as an opportunity to build cooperation with the Muslim world.
Political and Legal Analysis of the Delay in Ratifying the Asset Forfeiture Bill: The Role of President Jokowi and the Indonesian House of Representatives Sambora, Riky; Prasetyoningsih, Nanik; Satriawan, Iwan; Marlinda, Ajeng Puspa; Tamara, Amelia Puspa
Journal of Islamic World and Politics Vol. 9 No. 1 (2025): June 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18196/jiwp.v9i1.176

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This study examined the delay in the passage of the Asset Forfeiture Bill in Indonesia, despite President Joko Widodo's (Jokowi) strong support. This study identifies several key factors influencing the legislative process, including internal political resistance in parliament, government priorities for economic development, and inconsistent policies. This study used qualitative approaches and thematic analysis to examine the legislative process's complex political, economic, and institutional contexts. The findings showed that the dynamics of political coalitions, the government's focus on infrastructure and foreign investment, governance challenges in ratifying the draft law included in the Prolegnas, and the COVID-19 pandemic are the main inhibiting factors. The study also emphasized the need to align national policies and laws with international legal standards, such as the 2003 United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC), to accelerate legal reform in the fight against corruption in Indonesia. This research provides important insights for policymakers and the public regarding legislative efforts during President Joko Widodo's administration to eradicate corruption through the legal framework of asset confiscation.
United for Justice: Global Muslim Group`s Responses to the Israeli Occupation in Palestine Aswar, Hasbi; Nuril Fajri, Ulya; Rizqi Mulia, Jalaluddin
Journal of Islamic World and Politics Vol. 9 No. 1 (2025): June 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18196/jiwp.v9i1.177

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The issue of Israeli occupation in Palestine has become a major concern of the Islamic world and the international community for more than seven decades. Various Islamic organizations respond to this issue through social action, humanity, diplomacy, and military resistance. This article analyzes various Islamic movements that support Palestine by using the concept of social movement from Tilly & Tarrow (2015), which includes a sustainable claim campaign, public action, solidarity show, and dependence on networks and organizations. This study uses a qualitative approach by collecting data from various online sources, including academic publications, organizational reports, and social media. The results showed that Muhammadiyah and Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) adopted a humanitarian and diplomatic approach to supporting Palestine by raising funds, taking solidarity actions, and advocating in international forums. The Salafi movement is more focused on the spread of religious da'wah and education; Ikhwanul Muslimin, linked to Hamas, led a direct military struggle against Israel. Meanwhile, Hizbut Tahrir views that the release of Palestine can only be achieved through the restoration of the Islamic Khilafah by organizing a global advocacy campaign and mass mobilization. This study concluded that although the strategies and approaches of these organizations were different, their main objectives remained the same, namely rejecting the Israeli occupation and fighting for Palestinian independence.
Exploring Gender Dynamics in Hajj Research: A Bibliometric Review Rosana, Sakinah Sofia; Azizah, Nur; Edayanti, Edayanti
Journal of Islamic World and Politics Vol. 9 No. 1 (2025): June 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18196/jiwp.v9i1.178

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Hajj is not only a religious ritual but also has social, economic, and political dimensions. Although, according to Sharia, the rituals of worship carried out by female pilgrims are the same as those of male pilgrims, from a gender perspective, the experiences, access, and challenges faced by female pilgrims are different from those of male pilgrims, including the physical-biological, cultural, and security threats, and even from the regulatory aspects of the hajj. This article, therefore, aims to analyze the gender dynamics that influence and are influenced by the hajj. The methodology used in this study is a qualitative approach complemented by descriptive statistical literature observations of 68 publications on the topic of hajj and gender. According to the findings, over 38 years, the number of documents on the hajj has been quite large (2320), but only 68 documents related to gender aspects. However, the discussion of gender aspects continues to increase, with a peak of nine publications in 2022 and seven publications in 2023. This increase indicates increasing recognition of gender dynamics in religious practices, the increasing global Muslim population, feminist and gender studies, accessibility of digital archives, and socio-political changes in various Muslim-majority countries. The largest number of publications came from Arabia, followed by the United States. Non-Muslim countries such as Australia, England, Canada, and Germany have made major contributions to integrating gender aspects into Islamic studies, including studies on the hajj. This study also exhibits that gender dynamics in Saudi Arabia after the launch of Saudi Vision 2030 have had a major impact on the implementation of a more inclusive and women-friendly hajj, especially related to the relaxation of provisions related to "mahram" and increased security to prevent sexual experiences that female pilgrims often experience.
The Effectiveness of China’s Twitter Diplomacy in Defending its Sovereignty in Taiwan 2022 Rahmawati, Ulfa; Surwandono, Surwandono
Journal of Islamic World and Politics Vol. 9 No. 1 (2025): June 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18196/jiwp.v9i1.183

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This article analyses the effectiveness of digital diplomacy as a tool of Chinese political communication to manage international public opinion on the status of Taiwan. Using the concept of digital diplomacy and content analysis, the author analyses data sourced from tweets from the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Twitter account and five Diplomat accounts using the NVivo application to see the narratives formed and the public's response to the narrative. This study found that the Chinese government and diplomats framed the "One China Principle" narrative with elements of history, ethnicity, and national identity. The narrative managed to gain attention and dominate global discourse and became the main frame of mind on the Taiwan issue, as shown by the high level of public engagement. However, China's digital diplomacy, which tends to be aggressive, one-way and non-interactive, has limited its effectiveness in shaping global public opinion because no intermediary can facilitate the acceptance of China's foreign policy, as evidenced by the analysis of the comment column that the public's tendency to support Taiwan is much higher than support for the dream of Chinese reunification.
Digital Disruption: Empowering International Society Advocating Palestinian People Against Israeli Genocide Munzilin, Khairul; Pertiwi, Elyana Ade
Journal of Islamic World and Politics Vol. 9 No. 1 (2025): June 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18196/jiwp.v9i1.184

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Israel's atrocities against the people of Palestine in Gaza have entered an unprecedented stage through acts of genocide. Moreover, America's partiality towards Israel has an impact on the reluctance of other state actors to intervene deeply. However, the behavior of state actors is inversely proportional to non-state actors (individuals). The international community strongly supports Gaza through digital disruption in influencing international politics. This research attempts to explain how digital disruption helps international society advocate for Palestinians in the genocidal act conducted by Israel. The main instrument used in this research is Transnational Advocacy Networks (TAN) by Margaret Keck and Kathryn Sikkink. This research used a qualitative-descriptive method with primary and secondary data. Findings of this research are: First, despite the positive and negative stigma, digital disruption contributes significantly to empowering non-state actors (individuals) in international politics. Second, digital disruption impelled non-state actors (individuals) to pressure state actors into an anarchic international order. Third, two significant phenomena (digital disruption and genocide) became supporting tools and drivers for the emergence of new strategic methods as advocacy efforts in the resistance movement. In general, this research sees that massive digital disruption has provided an opportunity for the international society (non-state actors) to fight for justice for the people of Palestine in Gaza for the occupation and genocide by Israel.
COVID-19 and the Energy Crisis: Saudi Arabia's Diplomatic Steps Through OPEC Negotiations Rusniyanti, Rusniyanti; Mayllian, Veronica Patricia; Putri, Angelina Aprilia
Journal of Islamic World and Politics Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18196/jiwp.v9i2.179

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The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted global economic growth, including the energy sector, due to the drastic drop in world oil prices. Saudi Arabia, as a key player in OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries), uses diplomacy to maintain the stability of the oil market. This research aims to understand Saudi Arabia's energy diplomacy in the face of the instability of the global commodity market caused by the pandemic. The theory used in this research was energy diplomacy, which examines Saudi Arabia's strategy as a key player in OPEC with other oil-producing countries. This study used a qualitative descriptive method with secondary data from relevant literature on Saudi energy policy and diplomacy during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study found that, first, Saudi Arabia successfully used its position in OPEC to achieve a consensus on oil production cuts during the COVID-19 pandemic and collaborated with non-OPEC countries to stabilize global oil prices. This strategy strengthens Saudi diplomacy's ability to address the challenges of the crisis, using energy diplomacy as a tool to handle the crisis and maintain national economic stability.
Commercial Diplomacy as an Instrument of Outward Foreign Direct Investment: Evidence from Indonesia’s Indomie Investment in Serbia Yunus, Aulia Shalahuddin; Paksi, Arie Kusuma; Waluyo, Waluyo
Journal of Islamic World and Politics Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18196/jiwp.v9i2.181

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The evolving landscape of international economic relations underscores the strategic significance of commercial diplomacy in advancing national economic interests abroad. This study examines Indonesia’s use of commercial diplomacy to facilitate foreign direct investment (FDI) through the establishment of an Indomie instant noodle manufacturing facility in Serbia. The analysis is grounded in a commercial diplomacy framework, which conceptualizes state-led support for international business, and is complemented by Dunning’s Eclectic Paradigm (OLI) to explain the ownership, location, and internalization advantages underlying Indonesia’s outward investment strategy. Methodologically, this research employs a qualitative case study approach based on systematic analysis of secondary data, including official government documents, bilateral agreements, corporate reports, academic literature, and credible media sources. Data are examined using thematic analysis and triangulation to ensure analytical rigor and validity. The findings demonstrated that Indonesia’s FDI initiative in Serbia is driven by economic diversification objectives, the strategic deployment of national branding through Indomie, and Serbia’s locational advantages as a gateway to the European Union market. Moreover, the collaboration has generated mutual economic and political benefits, including employment creation, infrastructure development, and strengthened bilateral trade networks. This study contributes to the literature on international political economy by illustrating how commercial diplomacy, when aligned with firm-level investment strategies, can function as both a market-entry mechanism and an instrument of geopolitical engagement.