Asian Political Science Review

COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION IN DEVELOPMENT PLANNING DELIBERATIONS IN MARAWI VILLAGE, PINRANG REGENCY, INDONESIA

Ahmad MUSTANIR — 2024-05-31

This study aims to discover community participation, development planning deliberations, and how community participation is in development planning deliberations in Marawi Village, Pinrang Regency, Indonesia. The population in this study was 1,371 heads of families where the sampling used was probability sampling, with a random sampling technique using the Taro Yamane formula with an error level of 10% so that a sample of 93 respondents was obtained. This research uses descriptive and associative methods with quantitative research types. Data collection techniques were used through observation, questionnaires, interviews, and literature studies. The data analysis techniques used are frequency tabulation analysis and simple regression analysis with the help of the SPSS 20.0 for Windows program. This study's results showed the average percentage of community participation in the "playing a role" category. The average value of the percentage of development planning deliberations with the category "good". Then there is an influence between community participation in the discussion of development planning, so it can be said that the impact of community participation on the discussion of development planning is "low".

HAPPINESS BASED ON THE HAPPY WORKPLACE CONCEPT OF MILITARY OFFICIALS: EVIDENCE IN THAILAND

Samanan RATTANASIRIVILAI — 2024-06-06

The objectives of this research were to study the level of happiness based on the happy workplace concept of military officials and analyze how many elements the happiness based on the happy workplace concept of military officials were. The sample for this research consisted of 340 military officers in Thailand. The data were analyzed using arithmetic mean, standard deviation, and structural validity was checked through confirmatory factor analysis. The research results revealed that the overall level of happiness based on the happy workplace concept of military officials was high. The aspect with the highest score was relaxation, while social well-being scored the lowest. The elements of happiness according to the happy workplace concept for military officers were found to include, in order of importance: relaxation, spirituality, passion for learning, family well-being, financial health, generosity, physical health, and social well-being. Relevant agencies can apply these conceptual frameworks to enhance the happiness of their personnel and create a happy workplace.

NEGOTIATING POWER: THE POLITICAL LANDSCAPE OF MUHAMMADIYAH IN SOUTH SULAWESI, INDONESIA

Ismail Suardi WEKKE — 2024-06-20

This article aims to unveil the multifaceted elements that shape Muhammadiyah's distinctive political experience in South Sulawesi. Our analysis explores the historical context, meticulously examining Muhammadiyah's early interactions with colonial and post-colonial governments in South Sulawesi. We will dissect how these interactions informed the organization's evolving approach to political participation, shaped by the need to navigate the complexities of the colonial landscape and the subsequent jostling for power in the promising Indonesian republic in the context of 2024 election. The organization's internal dynamics, particularly its perspectives on Islamic political participation, will also be meticulously explored. We will unveil the various interpretations within Muhammadiyah regarding the role of Islam in the public sphere and how these interpretations influence the organization's engagement with political parties, elections, and policy advocacy. Finally, we will meticulously analyze the specific ways in which Muhammadiyah negotiates its power within South Sulawesi's contemporary political landscape. By meticulously examining these historical, internal, and contemporary factors, this study aspires to illuminate the multifaceted relationship between Muhammadiyah and politics in a crucial Indonesian region. This will provide a deeper understanding of how a prominent Islamic organization like Muhammadiyah shapes and is shaped by the intricate political forces at play within a specific regional context.

POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC IMPLICATIONS OF STATE ADMINISTRATION ACT: A STUDY OF SOUTHERN BORDER PROVINCES OF THAILAND

Dejrath SIMSIRI — 2024-07-01

The present study was carried out with three objectives 1) To study the political and economic implications of past state administration acts; 2) To study the political and economic implications of current state administration act; 3) To give suggestions for future state administration act formation. It is observed that Globalization affects Thailand, resulting in the state administration's actions having political and economic implications for the Southern Border Provinces. There is an ongoing effort to propose a constitutional amendment that is expected to impact the state administration model in Thailand. According to the current constitution, any amendment to the constitution must undergo a referendum. According to the respondents, 579 Yala Rajabhat University students and 27 experts, the majority opinion that all three forms of public administration namely Central, Provincial, and local should not be changed. Currently, the existing format is functioning effectively but requires some urgent improvements based on upholding the principle of Thailand as an indivisible kingdom, honoring and treating Thailand's monarchy. The study recommended the government on many issues such as: enhancing law enforcement; Government and officials should focus on preventing and solving deficiencies in duty; expediting the elimination of redundant tasks; distributing responsibilities and budgets more efficiently; ensuring fair access and convenience for the people; and actively combating and eradicating corruption.