Between Defamation of Religion (Blasphemy) and Hate Speech: The Meaning of Restriction to Freedom of Expression in International Law
A.A.A. Nanda Saraswati, Setiawan Wicaksono, M. Choirul Hidayat Law Faculty of Brawijaya University anandasaraswati@yahoo.com Abstract Defamation of religion (blasphemy) and hate speech are two most frequently debated issues in many countries today. Both issues became controversial because there is yet a formal and universal definition agreed by states in the international level. Thus, the interpretation […]
The Absence of Legal Recognition and Its Impact on the Living Conditions of Pakistani Asylum Seekers and Refugees Living in Bangkok
Jesper Kulvmann, D.Phil Department of Social Administration, Thammasat University dumelarajesper@hotmail.com Abstract Thailand is not a signatory to the 1951 Refugee Convention. As such, it does not recognize the status of refugees. Therefore, asylum seekers are not distinguished from other immigrants, legal or illegal. Recently, an increasing number of refugees originating from non-neighbouring countries have arrived […]
The Prospect and Challenges in Border Territory as Sovereignty Implementation of Unitary Republic of Indonesia at forefront (Case Study Temajuk Village, Sambas Regency, West Borneo Province)
Muhammad Rizki Faculty of Law, Universitas Gadjah Mada rizki_muhammad93@yahoo.com Abstract Border territory is paramount manifestation of state sovereignty. Consider, it is highly strategic in terms of the state framework for its promising opportunity in leading sector. Moreover, it is politically vital to the extent of state sovereignty aspects thoroughly. Thus, Indonesia as sovereign state, has […]
Rejecting Religious Intolerance in Southeast Asia: Using the United Nations Rabat Plan of Action as a road-map for combatting rising religious hatred in Myanmar (Burma) and Indonesia
Benedict Rogers East Asia Team Leader at Christian Solidarity Worldwide benrogers@csw.org.uk Abstract Southeast Asia is one of the most ethnically and religiously diverse regions of the world, a trait that Myanmar and Indonesia epitomize. Myanmar has more than 130 ethnic groups and, although the majority population is Buddhist, has considerable Christian and Muslim communities. In […]