Book Review | A Social Revolution: Politics and the Welfare State in Iran

A Social Revolution: Politics and the Welfare State in Iran by Kevan Harris Reviewed by Eskandar Sadeghi-Boroujerdi In the spring of 2009 the eminent historian of modern Iran Ervand Abrahamian wrote an article entitled, “Why the Islamic Republic Has Survived.” Therein he outlined why despite repeated predictions of doom by opposition figures and Western pundits alike, […]

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The Politics of Sharia Law: Islamist Activists and the State in Democratizing Indonesia

The period of study was 1945-1998. ‘Jakarta Charter’ was not included in the constitution, and a secular constitution for Indonesia was adopted. A ‘new order’ military dictatorship in 1965 saw the perpetuation of the secular-nationalist elites’s domination of the bureaucracy and military. Although movements based on ‘political Islam’ or Islamist movements were convenient allies of …

Stimulating Renewable Energy Development in Rural Indonesia: A Path Toward Sustainability

Renewable energy, derived from natural sources that are replenished regularly, such as sunlight, wind, and biomass, is increasingly central to discussions on sustainable development. Sustainable development aims to meet the needs of the present without compromising future generations’ ability to meet their own needs, thus preserving natural resources and minimizing environmental impact. For Indonesia, particularly …

Green Technology Advancements for Indonesia Post-2024 Elections

The Indonesian energy sector is ready for a technological revolution following the 2024 elections. The massive potential for renewable energy and green technology advancements has been around for a long time, waiting for the right moment to take off. The energy sector is a big business in the global market, the reason why the green …

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