Insights and Perspectives: Exploring Stories, Ideas, and Knowledge That Shape Our World

From thought-provoking narratives to innovative breakthroughs, we delve into the stories that inspire, challenge, and connect us. Explore diverse ideas and fresh perspectives that illuminate the ever-evolving landscape of our world.

Violent Extremism

Roblox 2026: The Wall Against Radicalisation

In 2026, Roblox's global chat ban for unverified users serves as a vital shield against extremist recruitment and digital grooming.
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Environment

Reviving Indonesia’s Mature Oil Fields

Indonesia can hit its 2030 oil targets by using domestic palm-oil surfactants to revive mature wells, ending its costly dependency on imported chemicals.
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Prophe-SEA

We Look Like Muslims Already, but Where is the Substance?

“You hate pork, but you love bribes,” said the Grab driver.
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Prophe-SEA

Kita Memang Sudah Tampak Muslim, Tapi Mana Substansinya?

“Kamu benci babi, tapi kamu suka suap,” ujar sang sopir Grab.
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Security

Not a Bargaining Chip

A classified proposal granting the US blanket access to Indonesian airspace has sparked a backlash and threatened Jakarta’s role as a neutral broker in the Indo-Pacific.
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Environment

Paradox of Climate Change Adaptation in Lung Anai

Despite their adaptability, the Lung Anai community remains vulnerable because the state produces the very environmental barriers they are trying to escape.
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Security

Thailand’s High-Stakes Gamble in the South

Thailand’s 2026 shift to using civilian volunteers on the front lines has reignited the southern insurgency, reversing more than a decade-long downward trend in violence.
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Environment

Roads vs Residents

Dili’s push for greater infrastructure has displaced thousands, revealing a stark gap between the government’s urban masterplan and the reality of forced evictions.
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Economy

Greater Sunrise: Rescue or Fiscal Ruin?

With its primary gas revenue gone as of 2025, Timor-Leste’s survival depends on a 10-year dash to develop Greater Sunrise before its sovereign wealth fund runs dry.
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Security

Iran’s “Victory” Will Reshape Geopolitics

Iran survives the 2026 war through a “resistance economy”, shattering the US and Israeli military power and reconsidering its security and political alliances.
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Society

Prologue to IMAN Research Report: Kami Orang Sini Juga

A prologue to IMAN Research’s report on Malaysian Chinese youth, their identities, views and aspirations.
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Society

Essay: Whose Indonesia? Whose Nusantara?

The Ministry of Culture’s 10-volume history project risks trading colonial bias for state-driven myths, forcing 17,000 islands into one artificial narrative.
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