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The Sunan Ampel Review of Political and Social Sciences
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The Sunan Ampel Review of Political and Social Sciences (SARPASS) is a peer-reviewed journal published biannually by the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, State Islamic University of Sunan Ampel, Surabaya, Indonesia. The SARPASS covers scholarly articles in the fields of political and social sciences, which include but not limited to, areas such as sociology, political science, and international relations. It welcomes academics, educators, researchers, students, practitioners, policymakers, and community representatives to submit their manuscripts at any time. The SARPASS owns exclusive copyright to all articles submitted to this journal. Article submissions are free of charge.
Arjuna Subject : Ilmu Sosial - Ilmu Politik dan Hubungan Internasional
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Beyond Economic Calculus: Shared Islamic Identity as Deal Catalyst On Indonesia-Iran Preferential Trade Agreement Athallah, Ilham Dary; Khairia, Hayara; Husna, Tsabita
The Sunan Ampel Review of Political and Social Sciences Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/sarpass.2025.4.2.210-230

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This paper examines the Indonesia-Iran Preferential Trade Agreement (II-PTA), signed in May 2023 and ratified in late 2024, as a puzzle for traditional international political economy theories. This theory asserts that a country usually signs trade agreement because of their already significant economic interdependence. But those two Muslim majority nations recorded a relatively low volume in bilateral trade. Utilizing a constructivist framework, this study argues that shared Islamic identity played a significant role in shaping the national interests of both Indonesia and Iran, and driving the agreement forward beyond purely rational economic calculations. The analysis demonstrates how this shared identity, coupled with norms of solidarity within the Ummah, provided a powerful ideational foundation that not only defined cooperation as normatively appropriate but also facilitated the negotiation process. This research foregrounding Islamic identity as a central variable for economic cooperation that deviates from conventional market logic
Contesting Patriarchy Online: Rethinking Feminist Digital Activism under Surveillance in Indonesian Context Wibisono, Rizky Bangun; Ayunina, Aldisa Qurrota; Hasanah, Mauidhotul; Nurhaliza, Naswa Annyce
The Sunan Ampel Review of Political and Social Sciences Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/sarpass.2025.4.2.176-193

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Feminist digital activism has become increasingly vital in confronting gendered repression in online spaces, especially in Indonesia, where state regulation, corporate platform control, and patriarchal norms converge. While prior research has addressed surveillance, algorithmic bias, and legal repression under laws like the Information and Electronic Transactions Law (UU ITE), less is known about how feminist movements in the Global South collectively resist these forces. This study fills that gap through a qualitative-interpretive approach grounded in critical feminist theory and Nancy Fraser’s justice framework—redistribution, recognition, and representation. Drawing on secondary sources including activist publications, academic works, and legal documents, the paper analyzes how Indonesian feminist actors navigate digital criminalization, SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation), and algorithmic exclusion. Findings show that feminist digital activism is not merely reactive but proactive, with strategies ranging from gender-aware digital literacy and legal reform advocacy to transnational solidarity and the development of community-run digital infrastructures. These actions reframe online feminist activism as structural resistance rooted in democratic participation. While limited by the absence of primary ethnographic data, this research offers a critical Global South feminist lens on digital justice and underscores the importance of collective agency in building inclusive and gender-just digital futures.
Weighing the Effectiveness of Policy Planning Systems: A Comparative Analysis of Indonesia and Australia Darniyus, Al-Adly
The Sunan Ampel Review of Political and Social Sciences Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/sarpass.2025.4.2.160-175

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Public policy planning is a fundamental pillar in achieving effective, responsive, and adaptive governance. This article analyzes a comparative study of public policy planning systems in Indonesia and Australia, highlighting how differences in governmental systems, administrative capacity, and intergovernmental relations influence policy effectiveness. The study employs a literature review method, examining relevant scholarly sources. The findings indicate that Indonesia, as a unitary state with a presidential system, relies on a formal approach governed by national development planning laws. However, challenges remain in cross-sector synchronization, data integration, and the predominance of political interests in priority-setting. Conversely, Australia, with its federal and parliamentary system, adopts an evidence-based policy approach, reinforced by independent research institutions, structured public consultations, and intergovernmental coordination. Despite of their fundamental differences, the study reveals opportunities for mutual learning, such as enhancing public participation through consultation forums in Australia and drawing inspiration from Indonesia’s musrenbang (development planning deliberations). These findings aim to provide valuable insights for policymakers in designing inclusive, data-driven, and contextually relevant planning systems.
Hegemony, Personality, and Network: Kyai Versus Kyai in Sumenep Local Election 2024 Sefina, Agnina Delia; Chalik, Abdul; Mahjumi, Muhammad Haekal Ali
The Sunan Ampel Review of Political and Social Sciences Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/sarpass.2025.4.2.194-209

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The local political contest in Sumenep in 2024 is not just an ordinary electoral competition, but rather a field of tug-of-war of hegemony between charismatic figures who are both kyais. This phenomenon suggests that local political dynamics are not solely influenced by the political party machine but are also driven by three primary pillars: religious hegemony, charismatic personality, and interconnected socio-political networks. In this context, kyais become the epicenter that is difficult to change by an additional power, where kyais’ standing is not merely a political power but also determines triumph through social power with the santri network and alumni. This article discusses how kyai personalities are formed and contested within the arena of local control. Kyai, who is usually used as a spiritual role model, is now involved as a strategic actor in the electoral political space. With a qualitative and quantitative approach, and data collected from interviews, observations, and documentation, these findings demonstrate that the personal charisma of the kyai is not isolated but is also strengthened by social networks, pesantren relationships, and pragmatic political affiliations. The Sumenep Election reveals a symbolic battle between moral authority, socio-religious values, and the power of patronage networks.
Transformation of Jodang from Tradition Into Politics Putri, Rizky Trisna; Fauzi, Agus Machfud; Astuti, Ilmi Dewi; Gamayao, Paul Adynn
The Sunan Ampel Review of Political and Social Sciences Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/sarpass.2025.4.2.249-260

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This study examines the Jodang tradition in Kenjo Village, Banyuwangi District, focusing on its cultural, social, and political dimensions. The tradition is held throughout the month commemorating the birth of Prophet Muhammad, during which villagers engage in nightly prayer rituals and distribute Jodang to their neighbors. The ritual serves to honor the Prophet through prayer, praise, and mosque decoration, with Jodang later consumed by the participants. This research employs a qualitative approach with an embedded single-case study design, using interviews, observation, and documentation as primary data collection methods. The analysis is framed by Max Weber’s theory of social action, which provides a lens to interpret how religious and cultural practices can intersect with political behavior. Weber’s typology of action, particularly traditional and value-rational actions helps explain the villagers’ motivations, while also revealing how instrumental rationality emerges in political appropriation of the ritual. Data were analyzed thematically to connect empirical findings with theoretical insights. However, the tradition has also taken on political significance. Politicians increasingly participate by sponsoring or distributing Jodang, using the event as a platform to strengthen their public image and maintain constituent support. As such, Jodang has evolved from a purely religious and cultural practice into a political instrument embedded within local community life.
Between Integrity and Temptation: Rural Women’s Roles in Local Governance and Corruption Risks Budirahayu, Tuti; Ariadi, Septi; Sudarso, Sudarso; Rahayu, Endah; Mawardi, Rafi Aufa
The Sunan Ampel Review of Political and Social Sciences Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/sarpass.2025.4.2.231-248

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Corruption in Indonesia, especially in government, is often associated with structural and cultural factors that contribute to corruption. This study aims to describe the knowledge of women in rural areas who play a role in both local government and social activities that intersect with local government in dealing with various corrupt practices that can occur in village government structures. The research approach is quantitative with a descriptive research type. Data were collected by interviewing 50 women who live in Menganti Village, Gresik Regency, East Java. Most of the women who were respondents worked as village government officials and village cadres who ran village government programs. This study began by giving questionnaires to respondents about their understanding of matters related to village fund management and corrupt practices. The second stage, in-depth interviews and observations related to their daily activities, were conducted. The study results showed that 78% of respondents understood corrupt acts, such as abuse of authority and embezzlement. However, 64% admitted to experiencing social or political pressure that influenced their decisions in maintaining integrity. As many as 52% of respondents stated that weak transparency and minimal supervision from the community opened up opportunities for corruption. Meanwhile, 60% of respondents said that rationalization practices—such as considering corrupt acts as “commonplace” in the bureaucracy—still occur in their environment. These findings confirm that although village women know about corruption, their decisions are still heavily influenced by the local social and political context. In addition, the lack of literacy among the general public regarding village fund management also strengthens the occurrence of maladministration and corruption practices at the local level.
The Diplomacy of Islamic Powers in the Malacca Strait Saeri, Mohammad; Purwasandi, Purwasandi; Wahyudi, Herry; Hidayatullah, Nur Luthfi
The Sunan Ampel Review of Political and Social Sciences Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): November
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/sarpass.2025.5.1.1-15

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The Strait of Malacca has been a strategic route for the meeting of economic, cultural, ideological and political interests since thousands of years ago. One of the impacts of this strategic meeting was the emergence of Islamic powers in the form of large Islamic kingdoms in the early 9th century. The existence of the Islamic powers of the Malacca Strait was revealed through a search of both primary and secondary documents. The results of this study prove that the emergence of Islamic powers in the Malacca Strait occurred through economic and cultural diplomacy, making it easier to strengthen the influence of Islamic ideology among the people along the Malacca Strait, both in Sumatra and Peninsular Malaysia. This strong and widespread influence of the Islamic religion became the basis for the establishment of large kingdoms which formed governments based on Islamic political principles. The clash of economic, cultural, ideological and political interests continued between the Islamic forces of the Malacca Strait and the Western powers as new arrivals which ended with the collapse of the Islamic forces of the Malacca Strait.
Local Regulation Drafting: Examining the Legislative Function of the Regional People’s Representative Council (DPRD) of Probolinggo City Moh Fadillah Nur Rahmat
The Sunan Ampel Review of Political and Social Sciences Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): November
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/sarpass.2025.5.1.46-58

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The implementation of regional governance in Indonesia positions the Regional People’s Representative Council (DPRD) as a key actor in the exercise of regional autonomy, particularly through its legislative function in drafting regional regulations (Perda). This study aims to analyze how the Probolinggo City DPRD carries out its legislative function and to identify various obstacles that arise throughout the regulation-drafting process. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews with DPRD members, secretariat staff, and relevant stakeholders, as well as through a review of official documents. The findings indicate that although the procedural framework for drafting regional regulations has been clearly established, its implementation still encounters several challenges. The main issues include weak coordination between the legislative and executive bodies, limited human and technical capacity in preparing academic manuscripts and draft regulations, and low levels of public participation in the legislative process. These conditions affect both the quality of the policies produced and the effectiveness of the DPRD’s representative function in addressing community needs. This study recommends strengthening coordination mechanisms between the DPRD and local government, enhancing institutional capacity and the technical competence of members and expert staff, and expanding more inclusive and sustainable public participation channels in the drafting of regional regulations.
Normalization Without Resolution? Regional Peace Initiatives Budiargo, Nadya Fitri; Paksi, Arie Kusuma
The Sunan Ampel Review of Political and Social Sciences Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): November
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/sarpass.2025.5.1.30-45

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This study analyzes the dynamics of "normalization without resolution" as manifested in the 2020 Abraham Accords to assess the extent to which regional peace initiatives can serve as instruments of stability in the Middle East or instead deepen internal fragmentation in Palestine. Using a qualitative method based on analytical case studies and John Galtung's conflict resolution theoretical framework, this study examines the shift from the 2002 Arab Peace Initiative consensus, which emphasized the principle of land for peace, to a realpolitik paradigm driven by security calculations in the face of Iran, economic interests, and US support. The results show that the Abraham Accords have only produced a transactional cold peace at the state level, creating a negative peace in the form of the absence of direct inter-state violence, but failing to achieve a positive peace based on structural justice. This normalization has effectively marginalized the Palestinian issue, weakened its bargaining position in international diplomacy, and exacerbated the political divide between Fatah and Hamas. Furthermore, the neglect of core issues such as refugee rights shows that this initiative reproduces historical inequalities. In conclusion, normalization without resolution reflects the paradox of hybrid peace: fragile elitist stability that ignores the need for substantive reconciliation. The implications of this study confirm that sustainable peace can only be achieved through inclusive transformation that places Palestinian national unity and structural justice as key prerequisites.
Reformulating Indonesia’s Minimum Wage Policy: Transitioning from a Minimum Wage-Based Approach to a Productivity-Based Wage Structure Nandariztyani, Dityas; Adi, Isbandi Rukminto
The Sunan Ampel Review of Political and Social Sciences Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): November
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/sarpass.2025.5.1.16-29

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This study examines the reformulation of Indonesia’s minimum wage policy under Government Regulation (GR) No. 51 of 2023, which was introduced following Constitutional Court decisions that mandated revisions to the Job Creation Law. The policy reform aims to balance worker protection, business certainty, and economic equity within the broader framework of social welfare. Using a qualitative research approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews with government officials, labor unions, employer associations, and members of the National Wage Council, complemented by document analysis of regulatory texts and consultation records. The findings reveal that the reformulation was driven by four structural issues: mistargeted application of the minimum wage, industrial burden, recurring labor conflicts, and weak implementation of wage structure and scale. The formulation process combined rational, political, and incremental decision-making models, reflecting bounded political rationality. Empirical results indicate that the policy’s implementation has led to informal compromises between employers and workers, weak enforcement mechanisms, and persistent wage inequality. Although the regulation introduces a shift toward a productivity-driven wage system, its effectiveness remains limited by institutional and administrative constraints. The study concludes that aligning policy intentions with social welfare values requires strengthening institutional enforcement, expanding the application of structured wage systems, and promoting inclusive social dialogue to ensure that the minimum wage functions effectively as both a social safety net and an economic stabilizer in Indonesia’s evolving labor market.

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