In a move reflecting the importance of international academic collaboration, both the Muhammadiyah University in Palangka Raya and the Muhammadiyah University in Malang, in collaboration with the University of Malaya, have announced the initiation of a research project aimed at studying family legal policy in Indonesia and Malaysia. This project comes at a time when the world is witnessing radical changes due to the digital age and increasing social challenges.
Dr. Nurkahyu, the head of the research team, explained that this collaboration represents a strategic step to enhance academic networks between countries, aiming to produce comparative studies that reflect the legal dynamics of families in the South East Asia region.
Event Details
The research team consists of a group of distinguished academics, including Muhammad Wahdini from Muhammadiyah University in Palangka Raya, Assistant Professor Muhammad Noor Hussein from the University of Malaya, in addition to Professor Wahyudi from Muhammadiyah University in Malang. The research focuses on how family legal policy has evolved in both countries in response to the social changes that the world is currently experiencing.
The areas of study include digitization, changes in family structure, and challenges related to values and norms in modern society. The research also aims to analyze the impact of family legal policies on family stability as one of the essential social units.
Background & Context
Family law issues are considered sensitive topics in Indonesian and Malaysian societies, where cultural, religious, and social factors intertwine. Historically, these countries have witnessed significant changes in laws related to family, reflecting social and economic developments. In light of the challenges posed by the digital age, the need to reconsider family laws has become more urgent.
This study seeks to provide new insights into how family laws can be adapted to rapid social changes, reflecting the challenges faced by families in modern times.
Impact & Consequences
The results of this research are expected to contribute to the development of more inclusive and equitable legal policies, thereby enhancing family stability in Indonesia and Malaysia. Furthermore, these findings could lead to improved understanding of legal and social issues related to families in various contexts.
Moreover, this academic collaboration may open new avenues for research in other related fields, enhancing academics' ability to address contemporary challenges.
Regional Significance
Family law issues are also significant in the Arab world, where families face similar challenges related to social and economic transformations. The results of this research could provide valuable insights for Arab countries on how to address family law issues amid rapid changes.
The collaboration between Indonesian and Malaysian universities can serve as a model for Arab countries in promoting academic cooperation and knowledge exchange, contributing to the development of more effective legal policies that respond to community needs.