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ISSN : 16930061     EISSN : 26142961     DOI : https://doi.org/10.47268/sasi
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Customary Law for Equitable Spatial Planning: Preventing Social Bankruptcy and Enhancing Community Welfare Adnan, Muhammad Ali; Sunarto, Atika; Khair, Azizan
SASI Volume 32 Issue 1, March 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47268/sasi.v32i1.3467

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Introduction: This study examines the role of customary law as an instrument for equitable spatial planning in preventing socio-economic bankruptcy and enhancing the welfare of indigenous communities in Indonesia. As a living and dynamic legal system, customary law embodies values of ecological balance, deliberation, and restrictions on land conversion without community consent. However, in practice, many regional spatial planning policies have failed to integrate customary norms, resulting in spatial conflicts and social disintegration.Purposes of the Research:  The research aims to analyze how customary law can serve as both a normative and practical foundation for equitable spatial planning, and how integrating local values can prevent social bankruptcy while strengthening the welfare of indigenous peoples.Methods of the Research: This study employs a normative-juridical approach combined with socio-legal analysis to examine the interaction between statutory law and customary practices in spatial management, supported by case studies of customary land conflicts in Salang Tungir Village (Deli Serdang Regency) and Aras Napal Village (Langkat Regency).Results of the Research: Findings indicate that neglecting customary law norms in spatial planning leads to the loss of community access to productive spaces, weakens local economies, and triggers social conflicts. Conversely, applying customary law in spatial planning—through recognition of customary rights, consent mechanisms, and active community participation—fosters spatial justice and enhances community welfare. This study introduces the concept of “customary law-based spatial planning,” which integrates local values with principles of social and ecological justice in national spatial planning policies, offering a framework for more inclusive and sustainable development.
Legal Certainty of Assignment in Postponement of Debt Payment Obligations Applications: Synergy Between Positive Law, Customary Law, and the Theory of Legal Pluralism S, Binsar Jon Vic; Iryani, Dewi; Kapanadze, Maia
SASI Volume 32 Issue 1, March 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47268/sasi.v32i1.3414

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Introduction: The assignment of receivables through cessie is an essential instrument in Indonesian civil law practice, including within the mechanism of Postponement of Debt Payment Obligations. In practice, however, legal uncertainty often arises concerning the legal standing of substituted creditors who acquire claims through cessie when involved in Postponement of Debt Payment Obligations proceedings. The absence of explicit regulation in the Civil Code and Law Number 37 of 2004 creates juridical ambiguities that may disadvantage both creditors and debtors.Purposes of the Research:  The purpose of this research is to examine the legal certainty of cessie within Postponement of Debt Payment Obligations by exploring the synergy between positive law, customary law, and legal pluralism theory.Methods of the Research: This study employs a normative juridical method, utilizing both the statute approach and the conceptual approach, with data collected through literature review of primary and secondary legal sources.Results of the Research: The findings demonstrate that legal certainty of cessie in Postponement of Debt Payment Obligations cannot rely solely on positive law but must also incorporate the legitimacy rooted in living customary law. The novelty of this research lies in the integration of legal pluralism theory to bridge positive law and customary law, thereby providing more comprehensive legal protection for both creditors and debtors. This research advances scholarly discourse by offering a model of synergy that may guide policymakers and judges in interpreting the status of cessie in Postponement of Debt Payment Obligations cases, thus ensuring legal certainty in both formal and substantive terms.
The Transformation of Hindu Dharma Values into Legal Norms: Ambiguity in the Awig-Awig of Kesian Customary Village Wacika, Made Wiswani; Ardini, Ni Putu Ayu Meylan; Dewi, Anak Agung Istri Ari Atu
SASI Volume 32 Issue 1, March 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47268/sasi.v32i1.3668

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Introduction: Customary Village in Bali regulates the social and religious life of its community through customary law known as Awig-Awig. In Kesian Customary Village, Awig-Awig reflects the transformation of Hindu Dharma values into written normative rules intended to preserve social harmony and communal order. However, several provisions remain general and abstract, creating vage normen (vague norms) that generate normative ambiguity and potentially weaken legal certainty and the protection of the rights of krama Village, particularly in matters related to customary sanctions and inheritance.Purposes of the Research: This research aims to analyze the formulation of Hindu Dharma values within the Awig-Awig of Kesian Customary Village and to examine the juridical implications of these vague norms on the consistency of customary law enforcement and the protection of village community rights.Methods of the Research: This study employs normative legal research focusing on the ambiguity of Hindu Dharma values in written customary law. It applies statutory, conceptual, and philosophical approaches using primary legal materials such as the Awig-Awig of Kesian Customary Village and secondary materials including Hindu legal literature and customary law doctrines, which are analyzed through qualitative normative interpretation.Results of the Research: The findings show that Article 26 paragraph (3) and Article 49 contain vague norms due to the absence of clearly defined prohibited acts, determination procedures, and measurable sanctions. This ambiguity gives broad discretionary authority to customary leaders and risks inconsistent enforcement. The novelty of this research lies in providing a normative critique of Awig-Awig formulation from the perspective of legal certainty and recommending clearer legal standards to strengthen the protection of village community rights.
Reconciling Civil Code and Customary Law in Chinese Inheritance Disputes in Indonesia Rahayu, Tajqia Qalbu; Harrieti, Nun
SASI Volume 32 Issue 1, March 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47268/sasi.v32i1.3547

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Introduction: This article examines the settlement of inheritance disputes within the Chinese ethnic community in Indonesia, which faces unique challenges due to legal pluralism. The coexistence of inheritance law under the Indonesian Civil Code and traditional Chinese customary law often leads to conflict, particularly regarding gender equality and fairness in the distribution of assets. This tension reflects a broader issue in harmonizing positive law with deeply rooted cultural traditions.Purposes of the Research: The purpose of this study is to analyze inheritance disputes in the Chinese ethnic community through the perspectives of the Civil Code and Chinese customary law, highlighting points of convergence, areas of conflict, and their implications for legal certainty and justice.Methods of the Research: This study employs a normative juridical method, focusing on legal norms derived from statutory regulations, court decisions, and legal doctrines concerning inheritance law. The primary legal materials analyzed include relevant provisions of the Indonesian Civil Code (KUHPerdata), particularly those regulating heirs and inheritance distribution, as well as Decision Number: 486/Pdt.G/2023/PN Sby of the Surabaya District Court. Secondary materials consist of scholarly books and journal articles on inheritance law, legal pluralism, and Chinese customary law. All materials were collected through document study and analyzed qualitatively using a descriptive-analytical approach.Results of the Research: The findings reveal that Chinese customary law remains patrilineal, tending to prioritize male heirs, whereas the Civil Code upholds equality among heirs regardless of gender or birth order. Judicial decisions increasingly prioritize the Civil Code to ensure justice, indicating a shift away from discriminatory customary practices. This study contributes to the discourse by demonstrating how judicial practice reconciles legal pluralism to guarantee equal protection for all heirs.
Constitutional Ethics Rooted in Customary Values: Comparative Analysis between Indonesia and Russia Amin, Fakhry; Begishev, Ildar Rustamovich
SASI Volume 32 Issue 1, March 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47268/sasi.v32i1.3493

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Introduction: Constitutional ethics reflect the moral dimension that guides the administration of the state based on the cultural and historical values of the nation. Every country in the global context has a root value that shapes the character of its constitution. Indonesia and Russia are interesting examples because they both place local ethics, culture, and traditions as the basis for constitutional legitimacy.Purposes of the Research: This research aims to analyze and compare how customary and cultural values affect the formation and implementation of constitutional ethics in Indonesia and Russia. Through this study, it is hoped that a deeper understanding of the relationship between culture, ethics, and the constitution as the main pillars of morality in modern governance can be found.Methods of the Research: The research method used is qualitative and comparative with normative and socio-cultural approaches. Data was obtained through literature studies of constitutional documents, legal texts, and the results of previous research. The analysis was carried out in a descriptive-comparative manner to explore the similarities and differences between the two legal systems in internalizing customary-based ethical values into constitutional principles and state practices.Results of the Research: The findings show that both Indonesia and Russia have strong constitutional ethics rooted in the traditions of their people. Indonesia emphasizes social harmony, mutual cooperation, and social justice based on Pancasila, while Russia emphasizes the values of loyalty, national solidarity, and spirituality. Although they differ in their source of value, they show that the constitution is not just a legal document, but a reflection of the nation's moral and cultural identity that strengthens the state's legitimacy and social integrity.
The Interplay of Customary Law and Labor Regulations: A Comparative Legal Pluralism Study in Indonesia and Algeria Febriharini, Mahmuda Pancawisma; Kunarto, Kunarto; Driss, Bakhouya
SASI Volume 32 Issue 1, March 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47268/sasi.v32i1.3483

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Introduction: This study examines the interaction between customary law and national labor regulations in Indonesia and Algeria through the lens of legal pluralism. The research is motivated by the persistent coexistence of formal state law and traditional practices in shaping employment relations, which is particularly evident in societies with strong communal and religious traditions. Both Indonesia and Algeria represent cases where historical legacies of colonialism, post-independence political choices, and enduring social structures have produced distinctive forms of legal pluralism in labor relations.Purposes of the Research:  The purpose of this research is to compare how legal pluralism operates in the two countries to regulate employment relations, resolve labor disputes, and accommodate customary norms within national frameworks.Methods of the Research: This study applies a normative legal research method with a comparative legal approach. Primary data sources include statutory regulations such as the Indonesian Labour Law Number 13 of 2003 (as amended by the Job Creation Law 2020 and Law Number 6 of 2023) and the Algerian Labour Code (Law Number 90-11/1990), while secondary data are drawn from academic literature, case studies, and reports from international institutions like the ILO. Data were analyzed using a descriptive-comparative technique to identify similarities, differences, and integration patterns between customary law and national labor regulations.Results of the Research: The findings reveal that both Indonesia and Algeria institutionalize pluralism by formally recognizing certain customary practices, such as oral employment agreements in Algeria and community-based contractual practices in Indonesia. This novelty lies in demonstrating how pluralism is not merely a social phenomenon but also a legally recognized mechanism for regulating labor relations and dispute resolution. This study advances existing knowledge by showing that legal pluralism provides a flexible and context-sensitive framework for labor law, balancing global standards with local legitimacy.
Customary Law as a Pathway to Social Justice: A Comparative Analysis of Corporate Social Responsibility and Performance Requirements in Indonesian and Vietnamese Foreign Investment Frameworks Arifin, Miftah; Arifin, Zainal; Widiastuti, Anna; Ismanto, Hadi; Giang, Vu Le
SASI Volume 32 Issue 1, March 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47268/sasi.v32i1.3425

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Introduction: Economic globalization has strengthened foreign investment flows in developing countries such as Indonesia and Vietnam. However, investment policy orientations that overemphasize economic efficiency often ignore social justice for local communities. This inequality raises the need to revisit the legal framework that governs the relationship between foreign investors and the recipient community. Customary law is seen as a source of values and moral principles that can strengthen social legitimacy in the practice of foreign direct investment (FDI).Purposes of the Research:  This study aims to analyze how customary law can play a role in restoring social justice through the implementation of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and performance requirements in foreign investment, by comparing the legal frameworks of Indonesia and Vietnam, this study seeks to find a model of customary law integration that is able to balance economic interests with the social and cultural values of local communities.Methods of the Research: This study uses a normative-comparative legal approach by analyzing laws and regulations, policy documents, and CSR implementation practices in Indonesia and Vietnam. Data was collected through literature studies and content analysis of various primary and secondary legal sources. A comparative approach is used to identify similarities and differences in the application of customary law as the basis for foreign investment policies in both countries.Results of the Research: The results of the study show that Indonesia has adopted customary law principles, such as mutual cooperation and social justice, within the legal framework of CSR and investment performance requirements. In contrast, Vietnam still emphasizes socialist state policies without explicit recognition of local customary law values. The integration of customary law has been proven to strengthen the social legitimacy and sustainability of investments, as it fosters corporate social responsibility that is in line with community values and promotes more equitable and inclusive development.

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