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A heroine of the Indonesian independence movement emerges from behind her husband's shadow

Aid-supported 'participatory recess' programs are promoting healthier communication between MPs and constituents. But it won't transform politics unless parties sign on wholesale.

Progressives may hope that Ma’ruf’s conservatism will be checked by realpolitik.

A discussion on the state of academic freedom in Thailand, and what Australian scholars can do to show solidarity with Thai colleagues.

Craig Reynolds overviews the contingent, context-dependent nature of academic freedom in Thailand.

What we learn about the federalism debate from scholars of Philippine law.

An analytical summary of the proposed federal structure of government.

When formal institutions designed to enforce the constitutional order are weak, the Supreme Court may reprise its role as the enabler of authoritarianism.

In constitution making, process matters as much as content.

On colonial legacies and austerity economics.

Notes from a research trip interrupted by Indonesia’s most deadly earthquake in years.