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ISLAM, ETHNICITY AND THE STATE: Identity Politics in Malaysian Public Policy Pakpahan, Saiman
Asia-Pacific Journal on Religion and Society Vol 7, No 2 (2023): APJRS
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24014/apjrs.v7i2.37344

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This research analyzes identity politics in religion-based public policy in Malaysia as a case study in Southeast Asia. Using Fairclough's critical discourse analysis approach, this research explores how Malay-Islam is hegemonically positioned in the constitution and state practice through institutions such as Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM) and the dual justice system. The findings show that this dominant discourse influences various sectors of public policy, especially education and law, which has implications for discrimination against non-Muslim minorities. The study also identifies the emergence of counter-discourses from civil society organizations that fight for pluralism and justice, although they are often silenced through recontextualization strategies by the state. This research contributes to the understanding of how identity politics operates in multicultural and multi-religious contexts, and its implications for public policy in the Southeast Asian region.
ISLAM AS POPULIST CURRENCY: The Indonesian Case of Religious Nationalism and the Quest for Power Sofiandi, Sofiandi
Asia-Pacific Journal on Religion and Society Vol 7, No 2 (2023): APJRS
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24014/apjrs.v7i2.37456

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This article investigates the instrumentalization of Islam as a populist currency in Indonesia’s contemporary political landscape. Through a critical discourse analysis of the 2017 Jakarta gubernatorial election and the 2019 presidential campaign, the study examines how political and religious actors mobilize Islamic narratives, symbols, and emotional appeals to construct the moral superiority of “the people” and delegitimize their opponents. It argues that Islam functions not merely as a system of belief, but as symbolic capital—used strategically to moralize authority, forge collective identity, and exclude ideological and religious “others.” The findings reveal how religious populism in Indonesia has contributed to the erosion of pluralist values and the consolidation of exclusionary politics. The article offers a conceptual proposition of “Islam as populist currency” to understand this phenomenon, and reflects on its implications for democracy, tolerance, and civil society in the world’s largest Muslim-majority democracy.
BEYOND ISLAM-MALAY: Hegemony, Exclusion, and Decolonial Resistance in Riau Hanafi, Imam; Wan Yusoff, Wan Zahari bin
Asia-Pacific Journal on Religion and Society Vol 7, No 2 (2023): APJRS
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24014/apjrs.v7i2.37511

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The narrative of “Islam is Malay, and Malay is Islam” has become a dominant identity construct in Riau. This article unpacks how such a narrative operates as a hegemonic discourse that excludes non-Muslim Indigenous communities—such as the Akit, Talang Mamak, and Anak Rawa peoples—from being recognized as part of the "Malay group." Drawing on Michel Foucault’s theory of power-knowledge and decolonial approaches in religious studies, this research reveals mechanisms of exclusion through language, cultural policy, and the distribution of resources—all of which privilege the dominant identity. At the same time, Indigenous communities engage in cultural resistance through silence, concealed spiritual practices, and adaptive identity strategies. This article calls for a re-reading of Malay identity through a more pluralistic and inclusive lens, and proposes a decolonial framework as a pathway toward representational and cultural justice in the Riau region.
DAKWAH AS AN INTERCULTURAL SPACE: Inclusive Islamic Outreach Practices in Japan Masduki, Masduki
Asia-Pacific Journal on Religion and Society Vol 7, No 2 (2023): APJRS
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24014/apjrs.v7i2.37330

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This article explores the inclusive and contextual Islamic preaching practices (da'wah) among Muslim communities in Japan, particularly those of Indonesian origin. In a predominantly non-Muslim, secular, and culturally homogeneous society, Islamic da'wah in Japan faces unique challenges that require adaptive and creative approaches. Rather than relying on doctrinal messages, Muslim communities engage in social participation, symbolic communication, and cultural dialogue, turning mosques like Tokyo Camii into centers of interfaith and intercultural exchange. Drawing from the frameworks of cultural da'wah, cross-cultural communication, and minority Muslim dynamics, this study finds that da'wah in Japan functions as a space of encounter—bridging Islamic values with Japanese cultural norms through everyday actions, symbolic gestures, and social initiatives. Despite facing stereotypes and limitations, Muslim communities respond with inclusive and humanistic strategies that emphasize coexistence over conversion. The findings suggest that da'wah in minority contexts, such as Japan, is most effective when it emphasizes social harmony, mutual respect, and cultural sensitivity. This study contributes to broader discussions on Islam in non-Muslim societies and highlights da'wah as a meaningful form of cross-cultural engagement in the Asia Pacific.
IMAGINING NATIONALISM ACROSS BORDERS: The Malay Identity of Border Communities in the Batam Archipelago Fauzi, Fauzi
Asia-Pacific Journal on Religion and Society Vol 7, No 2 (2023): APJRS
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24014/apjrs.v7i2.37532

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This study examines the construction of nationalist identity among border communities in the Batam Archipelago, Indonesia, focusing on the role of transnational Malay identity in shaping national allegiance. Drawing on Benedict Anderson’s theory of imagined communities, transnationalism, and cultural identity theory, this research investigates how border residents navigate their dual affiliations to the Indonesian state and the wider Malay world. Employing a qualitative-interpretive methodology, data were collected through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and secondary sources. The findings reveal an ambivalent form of nationalism in which Indonesian identity is co-constructed alongside a broader Malay consciousness. Cultural continuity, kinship networks, and economic interdependence with Malaysia and Singapore reinforce a transnational sense of belonging that transcends formal state borders. While the Indonesian state maintains symbolic and administrative authority in the region, everyday practices reflect a fluid, negotiated nationalism shaped by regional proximity and historical ties. This study contributes to the literature on border studies and nationalism by highlighting the complexities of identity formation in Southeast Asian maritime frontiers.

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