Politics And Constitutions In Southeast Asia

Author : Marco Bünte,Björn Dressel
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2016-07-15
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781317537663

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Politics and Constitutions in Southeast Asia by Marco Bünte,Björn Dressel Pdf

In recent years the constitutional landscape of Southeast Asia has changed tremendously. Against a worldwide background of liberalization, globalization, and democratization, states in the region have begun to alter their constitutions, reinforcing human rights provisions, and putting in place institutional safeguards, such as constitutional courts and human rights commissions. On closer examination, however, the picture is very complex, with constitutional developments differing greatly between states. This book explores a range of current constitutional developments in the different states of Southeast Asia through a distinct political lens. Drawing on comparative and single case studies, it considers various constitutional areas, including constitution drafting, human rights, legal safeguards and the continuing role of the military, sets constitutional developments in the wider political and historical context of each country, and makes comparisons both with Western democracies and with other developing regions. The book concludes by assessing overall how far constitutional practices and trajectories are converging towards a liberal Western model or towards a distinctly Southeast Asian model.

Author : N. John Funston
Publisher : Institute of Southeast Asian Studies
Page : 458 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 981230133X

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Government and Politics in Southeast Asia by N. John Funston Pdf

In this substantial and referenced study, nine leading scholars present from inside the history, society, geography, economy and governmental institutions of each of the 10 ASEAN countries (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam).

Author : Jaclyn L Neo,Ngoc Son Bui
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2019-04-04
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781509920471

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Pluralist Constitutions in Southeast Asia by Jaclyn L Neo,Ngoc Son Bui Pdf

This book examines the presence of ethnic, religious, political, and ideational pluralities in Southeast Asian societies and how their respective constitutions respond to these pluralities. Countries covered in this book are Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. The chapters examine: first, the range of pluralist constitutional values and ideas embodied in the constitutions; secondly, the pluralist sources of constitutional norms; thirdly, the design of constitutional structures responding to various pluralities; and fourthly, the construction and interpretation of bills of rights in response to existing pluralities. The 'pluralist constitution' is thus one that recognises internal pluralities within society and makes arrangements to accommodate, rather than eliminate, these pluralities.

Author : Clark D. Neher
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 346 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Political Science
ISBN : UOM:39015013978336

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Politics in Southeast Asia by Clark D. Neher Pdf

Author : Joseph Chinyong Liow
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 444 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2014-11-20
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317622338

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Dictionary of the Modern Politics of Southeast Asia by Joseph Chinyong Liow Pdf

The past two decades since the end of the Cold War have been years of remarkable change and transformation for Southeast Asia. Long seen as an arena for superpower rivalry, Southeast Asia is increasingly coming into its own by locating itself at the forefront of regional integration initiatives that involve not only the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, but major external powers such as the United States, China, India, Japan, and Australia as well. At the same time, the past two decades has seen the revival of old animosities as well as the emergence of new security challenges confronting the region. Old animosities include unresolved territorial disputes, while new challenges range from regional and global financial crises, terrorism, and pandemics. Significant changes within the ten Southeast Asian countries covered in this book have also transpired that have affected not only the complexion of domestic politics, but have also impacted regional diplomacy as well, such as the creation of potentially the eleventh "Southeast Asian" country – Timor Leste. Extensively updated and revised in light of these changes and developments, this fourth edition of Dictionary of the Modern Politics of Southeast Asia contains profiles of each Southeast Asian country. Following this, it provides more than 450 alphabetically arranged individual entries providing detailed accounts and analyses on major episodes and treaties, political parties and institutions, civil society movements, and regional and international organizations. Biographies of significant political leaders and personalities, both past and present, are also provided. Entries are comprehensively cross-referenced, and an index by country directs readers to all entries concerning a particular country. The Dictionary also includes an extensive bibliography that serves as a guide to further reading. It is an essential reference tool for all scholars and students of Asian politics and international affairs, and a vital resource for journalists, diplomats, policy-makers, and others with an interest in the region.

Author : Kevin YL Tan,Ngoc Son Bui
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2019-05-30
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781509918935

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Constitutional Foundings in Southeast Asia by Kevin YL Tan,Ngoc Son Bui Pdf

This volume focuses on the making, nature, and role of the first modern constitutions at the founding of the modern nation-states in Southeast Asia. These historical essays add richly to our understanding and appreciation of the founding moments and to the theory and practice of constitutionalism in these states. This volume makes three significant contributions. First, it helps plug the wide knowledge gap in comparative constitutional history in Southeast Asia. Second, it furthers our understanding of contemporary constitutional practice and also anticipates possible developmental trajectories in light of the foundational values embedded in and manifested through these constitutions. Third, through the comparative historical study of these early constitutions, plausible theoretical insights may be gained to further our understanding of Southeast Asia's constitutional history. The book is essential reading for those wishing to obtain a deeper understanding of the constitutional foundings of Southeast Asia.

Author : Roland Rich
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 203 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2014-06-23
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317605539

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Parties and Parliaments in Southeast Asia by Roland Rich Pdf

Political parties are an essential ingredient in a modern democracy. They are also seen as the least trusted and most problematic institution in most democratic systems. While there have been attempts to strengthen parties through institutional design and capacity building, a new strategy has been to quarantine them from parts of parliament. Within the space of a few years the Philippines, Thailand and Indonesia implemented designs for parliamentary representation that proscribed the established political parties from a parliamentary chamber or part thereof. Using these three countries as case studies, this book traces the historical context for institutional designs, the intentions behind them and their implementation through at least one full parliamentary term. It investigates the conceptual architecture of the non-partisan designs, identifying corporatism as one (discredited) alternative and "championship" as another. While there is a yearning for exemplary people as representatives, the designers have struggled to find a successful means of having these champions elected to office. The book concludes that non-partisan chambers, based on the evidence to date, are not viable. This book is of interest to scholars of Southeast Asian Politics, Party Politics, Governance Institutions and Democracy.

Author : Michael Leifer
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2013-05-13
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781135129385

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Dictionary of the Modern Politics of Southeast Asia by Michael Leifer Pdf

This comprehensive Dictionary provides descriptive and analytical coverage of the turbulent political history and striking changes which have occurred both regionally and in key countries since the end of the Second World War. Substantially rewritten to take into account the dramatic political events and developments since 1995, the third edition of this acclaimed Dictionary will provide non-specialists and specialists alike with an essential resource on this constantly changing and volatile region. Including new entries, updated country profiles on Indonesia, Malaysia and Cambodia and a revised reading list, leading authority and commentator on this rapidly developing region Michael Leifer has brought this Dictionary fully up-to-date. Changes in government, the rise of new leaders and the knock-on effect on economy and society are covered including: the death of key figures such as Pol Pot and the rise of a new generation of leaders, dramatic changes of government in Indonesia, Thailand and the Philippines and elections in Malaysia. Countries covered include Brunei, Burma (Myanmar),Cambodia (Kampuchea), Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. Key features include: * Individual entries provide detailed information and authoritative commentary on the central figures, political parties and organizations, political systems and structures, major events and key documents. * For each state covered, an extended narrative analyses its recent history and political and social development. * Extensive cross-referencing and a subject index lead the reader to the vital material. * Subject bibliographies refer researchers to source and secondary matter.

Author : Bjoern Dressel
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2024-04-30
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1108725791

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Courts and Politics in Southeast Asia by Bjoern Dressel Pdf

Courts around the globe have become central players in governance, those in Southeast Asia have been no exception. This Element analyses the historical foundations, patterns, and drivers of judicialization of politics by mapping critical junctures that have shaped the emergence of modern courts in the region and providing a basic typology of courts and politics that extends the analysis to the contemporary situation. It also offers a new relational theory that helps explain the dynamics of judicial recruitment, decision-making, court performance-and ultimately perceptions of judicial legitimacy. In a region where power is often concentrated among oligarchs and clientelist political dynamics persist, it posits that courts are best comprehended as institutional hybrids. These hybrids seamlessly blend formal and informal practices, with profound implications for how Southeast Asian courts are molding both the rule of law and political governance.

Author : Lukman Thaib
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Southeast Asia
ISBN : UCBK:C057495971

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Readings on the Politics and Governments of Southeast Asia by Lukman Thaib Pdf

Author : Damien Kingsbury
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2016-09-13
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317496281

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Politics in Contemporary Southeast Asia by Damien Kingsbury Pdf

The countries of Southeast Asia continue to change, evolve and chart courses that sometimes leave outside observers puzzled. Politics in Contemporary Southeast Asia thoroughly assesses the political challenges and changes faced by the countries of Southeast Asia in the 21st century. Focusing on political processes throughout, Kingsbury introduces readers to the challenges of representation and accountability of the regional governments, degrees of good governance and transparency, and the role of elites and militaries in shaping or determining political outcomes. This book provides: A comprehensive, but accessible, introduction to political change and processes in Southeast Asia. Analytic criteria for assessment of case studies. Detailed country-specific surveys. Information based on extensive research on, and work in, the region. Providing cutting-edge coverage of Southeast Asian politics in all regions, this highly accessible and comprehensive book is suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate courses on Southeast Asian Studies, Asian Politics, and Democratization.

Author : Rehan Abeyratne,Ngoc Son Bui
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2021-11-30
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781000483734

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The Law and Politics of Unconstitutional Constitutional Amendments in Asia by Rehan Abeyratne,Ngoc Son Bui Pdf

This book explains how the idea and practice of UCA are shaped by, and inform, constitutional politics through various social and political actors, and in both formal and informal amendment processes, across Asia. This is the first book-length study of the law and politics of unconstitutional constitutional amendments in Asia. Comprising ten case studies from across the continent, and four broader, theoretical chapters, the volume provides an interdisciplinary, comparative perspective on the rising phenomenon of unconstitutional constitutional amendments (UCA) across a range of political, legal, and institutional contexts. The volume breaks new ground by venturing beyond the courts to consider UCA not only as a judicial doctrine, but also as a significant feature of political and intellectual discourse. The book will be a valuable reference for law and political science researchers, as well as for policymakers and NGOs working in related fields. Offering broad coverage of jurisdictions in East Asia, Southeast Asia and South Asia, it will be useful to scholars and practitioners within Asia as well as to those seeking to better understand the law and politics of the region.

Author : Patrick Ziegenhain
Publisher : Flipside Digital Content Company Inc.
Page : 441 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2016-05-13
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789814519700

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Institutional Engineering and Political Accountability in Indonesia, Thailand and the Philippines by Patrick Ziegenhain Pdf

Political accountability is a crucial element of any democracy since it is a safeguard against power abuse and corruption, both urgent problems of many political systems in Southeast Asia. Based on social science theories, the author analyses from a comparative perspective the ways institutional engineering concerning different dimensions of political accountability influenced the quality of democracy in Indonesia, Thailand and the Philippines. By highlighting the successes and shortcomings, this book evaluates the degree these institutional reforms resulted in the deepening, stagnation, or regression of the respective democratization processes in these three Southeast Asian countries.

Author : Lucian W. Pye
Publisher : Prentice Hall
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1974
Category : Political Science
ISBN : UCSD:31822002966968

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Southeast Asia's Political Systems by Lucian W. Pye Pdf

Comparison of political systems in South East Asia - gives historical background, covers social structures, political ideologies, government structures, political party systems, social interest groups, political leadership, etc., and includes performance, problems and prospects. Bibliography pp. 94 to 97 and statistical tables.

Author : Clark D. Neher
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 616 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1974
Category : Political Science
ISBN : UOM:39015014581634

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Southeast Asia by Clark D. Neher Pdf

Reference book comprising statements and readings on politics in South East Asia - traces political trends and the evolution of governments, political system during the period from 1945 to 1973. References.