Contributors Articles

Contributors

Max Walden is a journalist based between Jakarta and Kuala Lumpur.

15 Nov 2018 12:00

Why boycotting palm oil achieves nothing

The world needs cooking oil, and as far as the impact of vegetable oils go, palm oil isn’t a bad one.
24 Sep 2018 06:00

Malaysia: allowing students to find voice

After years of official limits, a healthy democracy in Malaysia needs to give students the space to discuss politics.
09 Aug 2018 12:00

Indonesia: speaking for rights

Amnesty International’s entry into Indonesia will help to hold Jokowi to account ahead of national elections in 2019.
20 Feb 2017 17:10

Democracy in Indonesia: A cause for celebration

While its neighbours in Southeast Asia have become increasingly autocratic, Indonesia continues to quietly consolidate its democratic institutions.
01 Dec 2016 17:03

Islamic civil society’s enduring vitality in Indonesia's democracy

Indonesia cannot rely on its politicians to fight radical Islam and intolerance.