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Academic writing is one of the genres of writing which considered complex as it requires high language skills and the appropriate methodology in its production. One of the skills required is paraphrasing skills. However, paraphrasing is not an easy task especially if it involving a third language. Students may make various forms of errors in paraphrasing which need full attention, understanding, and techniques. Therefore, this study aims to identify the forms of mistakes and the weaknesses of students in making Arabic paraphrases, then, proposing method to address it. This study is a qualitative study and using samples taken from students' final coursework in the subject of Arabic for Academic (BAA4022). The corpus of the study involved 50 samples randomly selected among the students of the semester I session 2020/2021, Faculty of Major Language Studies (FPBU) and Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences (FPSK), Islamic Science University of Malaysia (USIM). This sample was analysed using the content analysis method. The finding shows that the main errors of students in paraphrasing are comes from the semantic aspect due to weakness in understanding the original reference text. In addition, the errors from grammatical aspects, especially in the use of al-idhofah, the use of dhamir and fi'il are consequences of the weakness in mastery of syntax and Arabic morphology. Both of these forms of weaknesses affect the quality of paraphrases made especially in the aspect of semantic completeness. Thus, this study is hoped to provide enlightenment and helps teachers and students in strengthening the quality of writing academic papers in Arabic Language through the use of accurate and correct Arabic paraphrasing techniques. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The 15th Malaysian General Election (GE-15) took place on 19 November 2022 successfully. This time the general election was held a year earlier than the 5-year maturity period on 16 July 2023, which is the date of the swearing-in of members of Parliament for the 14th term. The GE-15 results show that there is a pattern of voter support based on a specific geographic location. Therefore, the purpose of writing this article is to analyze voter support patterns based on regional factors. Based on data analysis of the GE 2022 results, observations in the field and analysis of secondary sources such as journal articles and conference papers, the findings of the study show that PH continues to dominate the West Coast region of Peninsular Malaysia as well as in Sabah and Sarawak in urban and semi-urban areas with ethnic mix and Chinese majority, PN controls the East and North Coast regions as well as a small part in the West and South of Peninsular Malaysia in the rural areas of the Malay majority, namely in the East Coast Peninsular zone, namely Kelantan, Terengganu and East Pahang and Central Pahang; North of the peninsula, which is Perlis and Kedah and Penang Seberang Prai North and Central, North Perak, Central Perak; the western part of Peninsular namely North Selangor and West Selangor as well as West Melaka and South Melaka while BN remains in power in the rural areas of central Peninsular Malaysia but with a shrinking number of seats. Therefore, regional influence also affects the voting pattern and needs to be taken into account by the relevant parties to implement campaign. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

During the pre-GE-14, political parties in Terengganu have expressed their confidence to come to power based on current issues, government performance and leadership. In GE-14, the people have chosen to give PAS a chance to lead the Terengganu State Government. After GE-14, there was also a conflict between UMNO and PAS in the state. Therefore, the purpose of writing this article is to analyze the geopolitics of Terengganu in pre-GE-14, GE-14 and post GE-14. The writing of this article is based on analysis of GE 2018 results data, field observations and analysis of secondary sources such as journal articles and conference papers. Findings show that geopolitics or governing power based on pre-GE-14, GE-14 and post-GE-14 scenarios in Terengganu depends on the influence of voter support for political parties, the role and volume of key leaders and current issues in the state. The instability of BN Government leaders and local issues have opened up space for PAS to win the hearts of Terengganu people in GE-14. However, this rejection is seen not because of the strength of PAS but rather the weakness of BN in addressing issues that arise in the community, especially in Terengganu. Meanwhile, PH is also not seen as dominant in any part except in Kemaman and Kuala Terengganu. Post GE-14 shows PAS cooperating with UMNO to form a Muafakat Nasional (MN) on the basis of the Malay-Muslim political cooperation. For the first time in the state, the opposition in the state assembly is governmen-friendly. However, the open conflict between the main leadership of UMNO and PAS over the distribution of development allocations and the distribution of seats in the next general election will be a challenge to both political parties to maintain long-term and consistent political cooperation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

MIC (Malaysian Indian Congress) is said to be increasingly eroded and irrelevant as the main spokesman for the Indian community in expressing the desire to the Government. MIC's defeat in the 12th general election is not only caused by the movement Hindu Rights Action Force (Hindraf) alone, but the failure of the MIC leadership who are not sensitive to the problems of the Indian community and consequently they no longer support the candidates of MIC/BN in the 2008 General Election. MIC continued to be rejected in GE-14 by winning only two parliamentary seats. Therefore, the purpose of writing this article is to analyze the development and performance of MIC in Malaysian geopolitics. Based on the analysis of GE 2018 results data and analysis of secondary sources such as journal articles and conference papers, the findings show that MIC remains a relevant role in creating political stability and prosperity in the country. MIC has contributed a lot to the progress of the country with its role as a driving force to the progress of the Indian community in the country. With high commitment and a sincere spirit of cooperation, MIC has together fostered a spirit of harmony among the people. With competent and dynamic leadership, MIC has contributed to BN in managing the country's development to a proud level of economic development. Nevertheless, the political changes that exist among the Indian community have made the MIC not or less a top choice for the Indian community. Therefore, the Government needs to take action to improve the socio-economic status of Indians and restore support to MIC/BN in the next GE. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A political movement is a group and association movement to fight for something by campaigning, urging and participating in elections to gain the power to achieve what is being fought for. Political movements include groups based on leaders, associations and political parties that have leadership lines, organizations, goals of struggle and activities towards achieving the aim they strive for. Therefore, the objective of writing this article is to analyze the evolution and dynamics of geopolitical and sociopolitical of the political movement in Malaysia since before independence till present. The writing of this article uses a qualitative information interpretation approach from secondary sources, namely journal articles, academic books and conference papers based on the evolutionary theme of the political movement in Malaysia which is then analyzed based on geopolitical and sociopolitical impacts. Findings show that the geopolitics or power of the political movement is based on the state of political rulers at certain time while the socio-political of political movements show that the people's participation in political movements at certain time is based on current issues, developments of information communication technology, leadership and current socioeconomic conditions. Thus, the evolution and geopolitical and sociopolitical dynamics of the political movement in this country is very interesting to study and can be used as a guidance by all parties to create a peaceful and stable political situation of the country as well as a strategy to gain the support of voters and all parties in achieving their respective political struggles based on the provisions set by law and the Federal Constitution. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Johor is known for its UMNO-born state on May 11, 1946, which has been the stronghold of UMNO in Malaysia since the first General Election (GE-1). The UMNO-led BN won GE-1 to GE-13 in the state for the state assembly by winning more than 2/3 seats. But in the 14th general election, Johor for the first time fell to the opposition party Pakatan Harapan (PH), which used the Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) logo by winning 36 state seats compared to the BN (19 seats) and PAS only 1 seat. Johor politics changed again on February 26, 2020 when the PPBM (BERSATU) stepped out of the PH and formed the Perikatan Nasional (PN) along with Muafakat Nasional (MN) and a Indipendent people representative. This political dynamic is an interesting arrangement involving political strategy and art in order to gain political power either constitutional or have an interest. It is, therefore, the purpose of writing this article to analyze election politics in the GE-14 and post-GE-14. Based on the analysis of the 2018 GE results, field observations and secondary sources such as journal articles and conference papers, the findings show that the victory of the BN and the defeat of the BN in the GE-14 and the post-PN PN PN victory in Johor prove that nothing is impossible who remains in politics. Indeed, political science is full of dynamics and artistry. The stronger national issues influenced the political decisions of the people of Johor, and the state and local leaders of Johor also took their turn. PH victory in GE-14 fueled by support from China and India in addition to young Malay voters and most of the First Time Voters are influenced by social media. The implication of this article is that the victorious party must exercise the responsibility of a just and trustworthy government for the good of the people while the deceased must play a role as the builder in ensuring the physical and spiritual development of the people of Johor in the eyes of all politicians in the state. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Pan Malaysian Islamic Party (PAS) is the only political party in Malaysia that bears the name of Islam in Malaysia. PAS's performance in every election is seen to fluctuate in every election and often comes out the political party's alliance. GE-14 (2018) sees PAS stand alone against BN and Pakatan Harapan (PH) using the Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) logo. As a result PAS remains in power in Kelantan, capturing Terengganu from the BN but is not widely accepted in the West Coast of Peninsular Malaysia. Thus, the purpose of this article is to analyze the performance and acceptability of PAS voters in the GE-14 in the West Coast of Peninsular Malaysia in Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, Negeri Sembilan and Malacca. Based on the analysis of the 2018 General Elections data, field observations and secondary sources such as journal articles and conference papers, the study shows that PAS is difficult to gain strong support from voters in the West Coast due to voters' uncertainty over PAS's ability by taking the example of the PAS government in Kelantan causing the people of the country to continue to suffer from poverty and poor infrastructure. PAS also failed to get good support from non-Malay voters/non-Muslims because the party is seen as too extreme and less emphasis on the welfare of non-Muslims. The implication of this article is that in order to gain the support of voters in the West Coast region of Peninsular Malaysia, PAS needs to adapt its struggle and campaign strategies to simplify, showcase leadership that is beneficial to the welfare of the people and more inclusive to all races and religions throughout Malaysia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Involvement in community activities is one of the indicators of successful reintegration of exprisoners. Factors such as social stigma and social support are often said to influence this involvement. This paper aims to assess the relationship between social stigma, social support, and involvement in community activities among ex-prisoners. A quantitative study design using a survey method was employed. A total of 250 ex-prisoners in the Klang Valley were recruited to respond to a questionnaire consisting of three instruments: the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), the Social Stigma Scale, and the Community Activity Involvement Scale. The study found a significant positive relationship between social support and involvement in community activities. Conversely, there was a significant negative relationship between social stigma and involvement in community activities, as well as social support for ex-prisoners. Specific intervention programs need to be developed to reduce social stigma and enhance social support for ex-prisoners. Collaboration among all stakeholders is crucial to strategically reduce recidivism rates and ensure successful reintegration of ex-prisoners into society. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Curriculum reforms at the secondary-school level in Malaysia began in 1988 and was fully implemented in 1989. Heagly and Evans define curriculum as structured experience provided by the school for the student, so the student can meet all set learning outcomes to the best of their abilities. Prior to the introduction of the Secondary School Integrated Curriculum (KBSM), many issues were identified in the secondary school curriculum that served as the benchmark for curriculum reforms in Malaysia. Based on analysis, the introduction of KBSM was closely related to the turbulent historical issues during the first three decades after independence. These issues include problems with unity, inability to produce skilled labour, and the fragile and still negligible usage of the national language. Therefore, this article analyses the historical issues closely related to the introduction of KBSM, and the individuals responsible for ensuring KBSM comes into reality. The historical method is used as the thrust of this paper. Data collection-wise, this paper uses the qualitative analysis method of archival and library research. This approach aims to gather information and analysis a variety of primary and secondary sources such as the Report of the Education Committee 1956, Report of the Education Review Committee 1960, and the Cabinet Committee Report on Review of Implementation of Education Policies 1979, along with the Curriculum Committee Meeting Minutes in 1972, 1986 and 1987. The findings confirm the three historical issues strongly influenced the thought processes that went into planning and drafting KBSM. Implication-wise, the curriculum underwent reforms, towards a shift in the field of education following these historical issues. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The literature produced is intended to be shared with the readership. The production of literary works relies on the author's ideas, thoughts, ideas, and feelings which are blended using the medium of language as a delivery channel. Language functions as a communication tool in conveying knowledge, ideas, opinions, and thoughts, expressing emotions and feelings through speech, gestures or body language, writing, drawing, and gestures. Accordingly, emotion is one of the underlying elements of a literary work. This is because emotional elements in literary works not only act as a channel of communication but also color and pattern the narration in the work. Therefore, this paper will discuss the character's emotional expression as the main character's communication vehicle in Hikayat Nakhoda Muda and Hikayat Parang Puting which is used as research data for this paper. This paper will use the method of library and analyzing research data. Therefore, research on emotional expression will be explore through facial expression, voice, behavior, and touch in communication. The findings of this paper will be able to contribute to the study of emotional expression especially in literature and become a reference for the next researchers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The halalan toyyiba is a comprehensive concept brought by Islam. According to this concept, the source of consumption must be clean and pure. Every source point, from the initial production process and methods to the final management, such as waste disposal methods, must be taken into account to meet the requirements of the halalan toyyiba. The present time sees water-based use increasingly widespread in daily life. Strictly speaking, the concept of sharia-compliant halalan toyyiba in water use, such as agriculture and farming, still needs to be seriously discussed. Therefore, the issue of sharia-compliant halalan toyyiba in water use is significant to study and draw up a sharia-compliant guide for the Malaysian community, especially the Muslims. This concept coincides with the country's national agenda, namely the National Halal Hub Policy. The main objective of this paper is to study the idea of halalan toyyiba in the management of domestic water in Malaysia. This paper is based on qualitative methods. Fatwa-based resources, scholarly publications, journals, and as such, will be analyzed and summarized descriptively to produce a conclusion that answers the paper's objectives. The findings show that the fundamental concept of sharia-compliant halalan toyyiba regarding domestic water management in Malaysia has yet to be fully implemented. Therefore, this policy must be executed precisely in Malaysia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Traditional economic activity is one of the important elements in the Orang Asli community's way of life to secure food for a living and at the same time sustaining their customs and belief systems. However, as the global economy is revolving and becoming money-based economy, the Orang Asli community is facing a great threat. Hence, this study aims to observe the Orang Asli especially the Semelai and Semai communities' traditional economic activity and challenges in sustaining their traditional activities. Therefore, the data collection method used is survey and in-depth interview. This study finds that both Semelai and Semai community practices the same economic activity which is cash-crop economic activity and self-sufficiency. Both subgroups do have few similarities and also differences in values and belief system especially involving the traditional agriculture activity. In fact, they are at risk of food insecurity. Hence, this paper highlights the importance of preserving the traditional economic activity so the community able to gain equal access to food supplies and reclaim their rights as Orang Asli. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A nation-state is a sovereign state with the people have an awareness that they have something in common. There is something in common that can be seen among those who live together in the same nationstate territory based on language, customs and old traditions that are shared. In short, a nation-state is a state entity that is free from any world concept of empire. In Malaysia, the basis of nation-state building has existed since the reign of the Malay king, while the British administrative system during the colonial period had introduced Malaya to the concept of a modern nation-state. Thus, this study aims to highlight the history of the nation-state formation in Malaysia and the challenges in order to achieve the goal. This is a qualitative academic history article and the writing used the document analysis method. In addition to that, the Social Science analysis methods are also used to give a more extensive and broad writing analysis. The results of the study found that the nation-state building in the country is an ongoing process. The process has been formed through the traditional nation-state concept that existed before the British colonial era, thus the process keep developed during the colonial period and continued after the independence based on the development of as a sovereign nation-state. Until the post-independence era, the policies that the government tried to highlight continued to empower the nation-state concept to form a nation-of-intent in the country that became the objective of all independent countries. This paper is expected to give such a broad overview of the history and challenges faced by the country in its efforts to form a nation-of-intent. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Every leader who leads the country will definitely introduce their respective slogans to be used as a big thinking framework that will be used as a template in implementing the country's government policy. After three months as the 10th Prime Minister, Dato' Seri Anwar Ibrahim launched his government's slogan, Membangun Malaysia Madani, on 19 January 2023 at the Putrajaya International Convention Center (PICC). Various reactions arose from the introduction of the slogan either positive or negative. Thus, this article discusses the voter's views on the slogan "Malaysia Madani" in the 2023 State Election. This study uses quantitative methods which are questionnaires in the field, interviews and also qualitative methods which are references to secondary data which are journal articles, conference/seminar papers and related scientific books. The results of the study found that the majority of respondents had heard the term 'Malaysia Madani' but they did not fully understand the slogan. Although the term has been called PMX for a long time, that is in 1995, but the term has not been widely covered by the media and the public. Overall, voters during PRN 2023 can accept or agree with the term Madani Malaysia which has good life values. Although they agree with the good terms and values, the issue of support for leaders, governments and political parties is another matter. Therefore, in order to get strong support from the people, leaders, governments and political parties need to not only introduce, but also practice these good values in order to be an example and thus convince the voters to support them in a future election. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The 15th General Election (PRU), 2022 is seen to take place in a state of haste and disputes between the public and politicians, especially the opposition. However, the general election was held until it was completed without any untoward incident. Many parties expected that the results of GE-15 would result in no political party winning a simple majority, but BN was expected to win the highest number of parliamentary seats. But the GE-15 results show that PH got the highest number of parliamentary seats, followed by PN and then BN. PN managed to get support from the highest number of Malay voters, followed by BN, PH and finally GTA. Therefore, this article discusses the factors of Malay ethnic voter support for the National Alliance (PN) in the 15th General Election (GE), 2022. This study uses a qualitative method which is reference to secondary data which is journal articles, conference/seminar papers and related scientific books. The results of the study found that among the factors supporting Malay voters towards PN are the leadership of PN (PAS and BERSATU) which is seen as clean, the experience and services of PN when governing the country during the era of the COVID-19 Pandemic, the influence of PN's social media (Tik Tok). Therefore, the factors of support need to be used as a guide for subsequent political action to capture the support of Malay voters who still dominate election politics in this country. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The role of Public Service Announcements (PSAs) in capturing the public's attention to awareness messages is increasingly challenging due to the advancements in visual technology that have elevated audience preferences. In order to maximize attention and induce behavioral changes, the common use of fear as a visual rhetoric (RV) threat in various local campaigns, especially those involving health, has been employed. However, implementations of fear appeals lacking empirical foundations often fail to engage attention and instead motivate defensive audience responses. Fear-based RV failures are attributed to the lack of a persuasive fear model specifically tailored to negotiate with the audience's knowledge and experiences. These weaknesses are more noticeable among target audiences exhibiting specific tendencies, such as video game addiction in cases of Problematic Gaming (PG) in Malaysia. This raises questions about the suitability of fear-based RV approaches for attention-grabbing and their risk of rejection. Consequently, existing PSAs attraction strategies necessitate a more cognitively and affectively sensitive concept for the audience. Therefore, the objective of this paper is to discuss and propose the concept of Fear-Induced Visual Metaphors (FVM) as a new form of PSA RV. Choosing the best stimulus construct of MV from the typologies of Pictorial Metaphor Theory (TMB), Visual Rhetoric Theory (TRV), or Visual Structure Concept (KSV) proven effective in commercial advertising, combined with threat components from the Extended Parallel Process Model (EPPM) fear appeal model, aims to enhance the potential for attention-grabbing. Theoretically, FVM attract the audience's attention through significantly superior cognitive and affective allure compared to standard visual or rhetoric. Conclusions from this study are expected to contribute a testable and empirically validated conceptual framework. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The generation of solid waste has been increase tremendously and it has been identified as one factor that contribute to the world's environmental problem. Waste pickers has been known for providing solid waste collection in various cities around the world and make an important economic contribution in reducing the burden of waste management. They are the informal workers in the solid waste sector that achieved higher recycling waste than the formal recycling system in many cities of the developing world. This paper aims to analyze the categories of waste pickers and their role in contributing to sustainable solid waste management and examine the challenges faced by these waste pickers. In this paper, a review was carried out to characterize and critically analyze the published literature on waste pickers in terms of their characteristics, contributions and challenges. The analysis of this paper proposed for re-thinking of solid waste management systems by integrating waste pickers into formal waste management program for more inclusive and sustainable solid waste management. Waste pickers have been fighting for their activities to be supported and recognized as an occupation as well as improving their working condition. The formation of waste picker cooperative might end their discrimination and exploitation. Therefore, it is about time for the local authorities, private sector, non-governmental organization as well as business operators to support and recognize the contributions made by these waste pickers which can result in sustainable development, poverty alleviation and environmental protection. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Discussions in relation to the historical sphere in the North Borneo and Malay domain are still lacking without dealing with the aspect of piracy. In contrast to the piracy in the west, the history of piracy in this region is not only instigated by the economic and political purposes of the rulers, but also overshadowed by the sociocultural influences of the rulers, nobles, and society at that time. The Iranun, Balangingi, Bajau and Dayak Laut tribes have made a name for themselves in the history of piracy in North Borneo and the islands of Southeast Asia when they emerged as sea pirates as well as slave head-hunters who struck terror into the western sailors, traders, and administrators that they are deemed as pirates as well as criminals by the British in Malaya and North Borneo, the Spaniards in the Philippines, and the Dutch in Indonesia. In short, this paper aims to deal with the history of piracy in Tungku, North Borneo, a place that used to be the last base and centre of piracy and slave hunting activities during the Sultanate of Sulu era before it has ceased to operate during the time of the British North Borneo Company ruling North Borneo in their era administration (BNBC). This article is qualitative and historically themed. Materials and research resources were obtained from the National Archives of Malaysia, National Archives of Sabah, Sabah State Public Library and others This article towards the reconstruction of the history of piracy in North Borneo from the domain of Malay history, besides solely looking at the western perspective. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This concept paper focuses on the challenges in healthcare volunteers by exploring the issues faced by Malaysia while conducting relief missions. This will help them to support and develop role plans to increase their preparedness in the field. This paper will explore the challenges faced by healthcare volunteers and their response to the COVID-19 crisis. The challenges of healthcare volunteers have tremendous increased when COVID-19 hit the world. The role of healthcare volunteers is undeniably important in the field and often said to be the backbone in humanitarian assistance especially to the government agencies and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). However, the development of healthcare volunteering activities is still insufficient and at an unsatisfactory level. There are cases which the volunteers still lack of experience, training and preparation when dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. This issue can be seen clearly when the Malaysian government, through the Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) urged for more healthcare volunteers to come forward to assist MOH against the COVID-19 pandemic issue. Healthcare volunteers tend to have the great potential to provide important and substantial support to governments and NGOs. This is hoped to be an inspiration to healthcare volunteers to help against the COVID-19 pandemic and to the social's well-being psychological and development of the community. In this concept paper, the author will explore the challenges in order to increase the preparedness of volunteers and their effectiveness in providing assistance to the community in the COVID-19 pandemic situation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper will focus on hajj brokers, also known as Sheikh Haji. The hajj brokers system had existed for so long that it is said to be 'as old as the hajj itself'. They had become a part of the hajj sub-culture and tradition for the Muslims, especially Malays. This article aims to analyse the issues and challenges faced by hajj brokers during the sea travel period up until the establishment of Muassasah. The historical methodology is employed in this qualitative descriptive and analytical study. The study uses primary sources such as the Ordinance of the Straits Settlements (S.S)-1906-1907, files from the State Secretary Office and the Annual Hajj Reports. These documents are examined, interpreted, and organised to form objective arguments. The arguments are also supported by secondary sources. The study found that there were various issues related to the hajj brokers' service, resulting in numerous grievances. The issues include misconduct, neglect, and mistreatment of hajj pilgrims by the hajj brokers. At the same time, the hajj brokers also faced many challenges such as stiff competition among themselves, and changes in the rules and policies of the Saudi government. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Integrity violations in RMP are not a new issue. Integrity violations continue to occur today, as evidenced by the high volume of Disciplinary Investigation Papers (KST) involving people in different roles within the RMP. The primary purpose of this research is to dissect the factors that endanger the RMP's members' honesty. An in-depth case study methodology was employed for this qualitative research. Purposive sampling is used as the methodology for collecting data in this study. The first set of sources consists of RMP members of varying ranks who identify as Junior Police Officers (PRP). To investigate the causes of dishonest behaviour and the degree to which employees understand the organization's code of ethics, RMP employees participated in a focus group discussion (FGD). Research information was gathered using a Semi-Structured Interview Protocol Form. The FGD data were analysed systematically using thematic analysis techniques based on the theme that emerged from the FGD. Based on the findings, members of the RMP have integrity violations due to misconduct and disciplinary issues. Team members on the RMP have a solid grasp of the importance of maintaining trust within an organisation. There are still cases of RMP members committing ethical violations like accepting bribes, not carefully accompanying the Accused (OKT), blackmailing the public, being deeply in debt, abusing drugs, and failing to record their daily work movements in a diary. Therefore, it is imperative that there be a legal and preventative mechanism in place to deal with the issue of violations of integrity. Based on the results of this research, it can help JIPS, RMP design an awareness campaign to encourage more integrity and ethical behaviour [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The study of heritage sites in Kedah began around the 1840s in the Bujang Valley until now. Various types of heritage sites especially archaeological sites are found around the Bujang Valley, particularly in Pengkalan Bujang, Sungai Mas and Sungai Batu. The definition of Bujang Valley includes the area from Sungai Sala in the North, Gunung Jerai, Sungai Merbok Valley and Sungai Muda to Cherok Tokkun. This situation contributes to the research on archaeotourism because it has a great impact on the local community and the country in particular. The research method used in this study are field research and library research. Field research was done by carrying out an observation in the area involved. Meanwhile, library research involved searching for primary sources by referring to excavation reports by the National Heritage Department as well as written reports found in the National Museum Library and some public universities. The research heritage sites involved sites that were frequently visited by both local and foreign tourists. The results of the study found that environmental factors play an important role in contributing to the increase in tourist arrivals that attract tourism interest in archaeotourism in the Bujang Valley. This paper explains the archaeotourism aspect that can be adapted through the discovery of Kedah heritage sites in the Bujang Valley and focuses at the environmental factors that contribute to the discovery of Kedah heritage sites. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused impact on the survivability and performance of organizations. Some organizations were forced to stop their daily business operations and suffer losses to the point of having to reduce their workforce. Organizational performance and organisational profit was also affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Among the affected sectors in Malaysia is the tourism sector such as the hotel industry. Based on the current scenario, this paper highlights the organization's strategy in maintaining the survivability of the organization during the Movement Control Order MCO. This study uses a qualitative approach by interviewing two (2) Human Resource Managers in the hospitality industry at Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. The results of this study shows that the Turnaround Strategy is an effective strategy, in re-stabilize the performance of the organization for the sake of its survivability. Among the measures taken by the organization is by implementing the Turnaround Strategy which consists of three (3) dimensions such as asset reduction, cost savings and revenue generation. The organization's actions effect the organization's performance from the aspects of communication, productivity and leadership in the organization. Previous studies by Mann & Byun (2017) and Santana et al. (2017) stated that Turnaround Strategies are effective in maintaining organizational survivability during the COVID-19 pandemic. This preliminary research requires theoretical aspects in perceiving the extent of the organization's direction in adopting the Turnaround Strategy, workforce reduction and its relationship with performance in an organization when dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic crisis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The mental health problems of ex-prisoners are increasing and worrying so that it can affect the effectiveness of the reintegration of ex-prisoners into society. This paper aims to determine the relationship between personality types and the level of mental health of ex-prisoners in Malaysia. This study uses a quantitative approach with a survey method of 250 respondents. Two instruments were used in the questionnaire, namely the Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale Test (DASS21) to measure the level of mental health of ex-prisoners and the Zuckerman-Kuhlman-40-Cross Culture Personality Test (ZKPQ-M-40-CC) to identify 5 personality domains of ex-prisoners namely Activity, Sociability, Aggressiveness-Hostility, Impulsive Sensation Seeking and Neuroticism-Anxiety. The results of the study found that there is a positive significant relationship between the five types of personality with the level of depression, anxiety and stress among ex-prisoners. Specific mental health interventions should be provided to prisoners before and after their release. This is very important in ensuring that the chance of reintegration of ex-prisoners into society is effective when mental health problems can be prevented and treated before they get worse. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Interaction between nature and humans is unique and complex. Behaviour and sound are two complex signals that can be interpreted by the wisdom of society. Therefore, angkapio myth displays the belief in the human relationship with nature. This paper discusses the nature features that communicate with a human that explains the past and future event. The information about the event of sadness or happiness that will be faced is only understood by a group who are experts in explaining it. The news informed visually and sound will also make people more prepared to face situations beyond their control. The communication of nature to humans plays an important role in balancing their behaviour so that not to violate the laws of nature. Thus, the human is more careful so that they able to receive good news in accordance with the will of the people. This research was conducted in the field with the support of the scientific study. This research will provide a clear understanding of the concept of communication of Murut Paluan that has a close relationship with nature around them will be discussed. Their life that is flexible with nature has shown a communication system that is believed to protect them from disaster. This research will also display the soul of Murut people who is alert to their surroundings. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Education is the main thrust in forming students' personal personal morality and it is an imperative asset in Islam. Perfect learning will produce people with high moral values and character. Therefore, several social learning factors influence student morale and personality. This paper aimed to discuss social learning based on Islamic perspectives and factors that can influence students' morality and personality development. This study used the library research methodology by analysing and discussing the content of the text. Documents analysed consists of journal and articles review on the akhlak and moral. Thematic analysed is used to identify elements of the akhlak and moral. This paper found that social learning factors identified to have a pertinent impression on student morale are teachers, parents, peers, school environment, community environment and mass media. Consequently, is concluded that the social learning factors attempt to implement Islamic values education towards creating a good human personality that emphasizes confidence and obedience to Allah SWT. Furthermore, this study had a significant impact on MOE, teacher and parents in effectively implementing the Islamic values education so that the goal of producing the young and righteous believers can be achieved. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Nowadays, there are various forms of actions and provocations that are against the culture and values of patriotism among the Malaysian community, especially school leaders who are said to be unpatriotic. This paper focuses on the awareness of religious school leaders which consists of Religious Secondary Schools (SMA), Government Religious Aid Schools (SABK) regarding the level of knowledge of religious school leaders regarding the knowledge of patriotism. The problem of lack of awareness of the value of patriotism will certainly challenge and prevent the application, nurturing of values and the spirit of patriotism as an element in the formation of a harmonious and united Malaysian nation. A total of 263 religious school leaders in Malaysia were involved in this study. The results of this study were obtained through a questionnaire that was analyzed descriptively. The overall measurement of the instrument, which is the concept of patriotism and patriotism in the constitution, which is the main construct to assess the level of knowledge of religious school leaders regarding patriotism. The results of this study show that the religious school leadership's awareness of the value of patriotism is high. The level of school leaders' awareness of patriotism in the constitution is also high and shows that religious school leaders who are patriotic are capable of being an intermediary factor or agent of change towards the bond of community unity and students of various ethnicities in Malaysia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper discusses the development of trade economic activity among the Malay community in Perak until the beginning of the British arrival in 1874. The Malay community is often associated only with the subsistence economic activities of agriculture and fisheries as meeting their basic needs without regard to other economic interests. This paper to prove that trade is also an important economic activity for the Malay community in Perak beginning as early as the Gangga Nagara in Perak. The writing is based on references to the old Perak state manuscript, the Misa Melayu and through a literature review of other scholars' writings. From the time of the early government until the arrival of the British, there has been ample evidence that the Malay community in Perak has made trade a major activity. In addition to the government and officials involved in these trading activities, other community members are also actively involved in trading activities starting from subsistence until they become suppliers of merchandise. The economic activity of trade also led to the advent of the various descendants of the Malay people from the Malay World, almost all of which began by conducting business and trade activities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper argues the perception that the distribution of rewards and incentives for researchers is not synchronous within academic wide values. Researchers are of the opinion that their work is not appropriately recognized by policy makers and is used as an alternative source of information. Consequently, this perception by researchers may tend to create animosity by researchers towards policy makers as dissertations, theses and published research articles accumulate dust in university and community library shelves. The evidence -based approach in policymaking and decision-making is adopted in this paper. The purpose of this research paper is to identify the significance and ways in which those who receive research funding could find ways of ploughing back into the communities they serve by working in collaboration with the policy formulators and the department of education in the articulation and implementation of policy initiatives. This is a conceptual article where research articles were used to formulate the argument presented in this article. My informed opinion is that when government education agencies do not heed the warnings of researchers, they not only fail to plan, but they end up planning to fail. This is because of the existing universal gap between research, policy formulation and implementation. For the nexus to exist indeed there must be meaningful and effective implementation of policies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Internet harassment, also known as cyberbullying, is a form of verbal harassment aimed at harassing, humiliating or threatening a victim using negative words or the spreading of false information and fake materials such as images or videos that will tarnish a victim's self-image. Cyberbullying is a global problem that has negative impacts, especially among teenagers, who are the main users of social media. The present paper aims to discuss how impoliteness strategies in virtual conversation can lead to cyberbullying. The article begins with discussions of previous cyberbullying incidents that have gained international coverage around the world. In addition, the paper also discusses a study that looked into the impoliteness strategies among Malaysian youngsters when interacting on Facebook. A series of interviews and observations were conducted involving a group of Malaysian youngsters. With a corpus of 324, 362 words gathered from naturally occurring conversation on Facebook engaged by 120 participants in a 12-month period, the entire data were quantitatively analysed using Content Analysis as well as the theory of Impoliteness offered by Culpeper (1996). The results of the study indicated a common practice of impoliteness communication strategies among youngsters in Malaysia. The summary of previous international cases, along with the discussions of the research findings have provided an overview cyberbullying scenario among youngsters in Malaysia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The arrest and prosecution of Anwar Ibrahim have attracted the international media interest, which led to the issue being hotly discussed at the Parliament of Malaysia in response to the provocative reports. This circumstance has raised concerns to the Malaysian government as reports published by the international media were often taken out of the actual context, distorted, and misrepresented the real situation. This paper will discuss the international media propaganda and its impact on Malaysia in the case of Anwar Ibrahim's arrest and prosecution. International media reported regard to Anwar's status; was Anwar Ibrahim guilty as charged by the government of Malaysian or merely a victim of political conspiracy as claimed in their provocative reports, specifically as discussed in the Parliament of Malaysia. This article used historical research methods through analysis of primary and secondary data. The interview method also used to further enhance the validation of this paper. The finding showed, among the international media found propagating the issue were the Washington Post, the New York Times, The Times, CNN, CNBC, Asiaweek, and the Far East Economic Review who had published provocative reports on the Malaysian government and its judicial system, the police, cabinet members and Supreme Council of UMNO. Also, International media propaganda was found to have raised Malaysia's resentment and affected Malaysia's economic development, particularly the tourism sectors, through their reports, which renders the notion that Malaysia is an unstable and unsafe country to be visited. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Live below water in the initiative of small island development goals (SIDGs) 2014 is poorly studied from the perspective of the Bajau-Laut community in Southeast Asia especially in environmental sociology studies. This paper seeks to investigate the two community's knowledge of marine conservation zone rules as a social control shaper. A case study approach through semi-structured interview data collection technique was implemented by involving 20 informants. The study was conducted among Bajau-Laut communities in Tun Sakaran Marine Park (Sabah, Malaysia) and Wakatobi National Park (Southeast Sulawesi, indonesia). Although living under different marine park administration, the communities in both areas have a similar concern about sustainable fishing practices. Thematic analysis techniques through theme categorization based on authority and everyday defined interpretations was applied to describe the differences in social reality of the communities. The findings indicate that the communities in both countries have two distinct social realities when it comes to the interpretation of conservation zone rules. In terms of authority defined, both communities are aware of the role of the marine park agency structure in enforcing conservation zone rules as a social control tool to curb unsustainable fishing practices. Meanwhile, from an everyday defined standpoint, the social interaction between the communities creates different understandings on the implementation of conservation zone system rules covering fishing zones, prohibited zones, and general use zones that are at a moderate level. These findings are important for improved policy and practices of marine park management in respective countries. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Socialization agents are the main factors that determine gay behaviours. However, which socialization agent is the most dominant is still a question mark in influencing gay sexual orientation. Thus, the main objective of this paper is to examine the dominant socialization agents in influencing gaysexual orientation. This study uses a qualitative study design using a phenomenological approach. A total of 10 informants were selected as the study sample using the snowball method. The data in this study were obtained by using in-depth interviews. The results of the study found that there are three main socialization agents that influence gay sexual orientation which are family, peers, and mass media. All of these socializing agents in turn create a self-concept of gay sexual orientation and ultimately form an inner self-awareness as a homosexual. In conclusion, socialization agents exert a direct influence on gay behaviours found in modern society today. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In Malaysian society, the taboo topic pregnancy out of wedlock is believed as an immoral action. As the unwed mothers' situation could bring shame and disgrace to the family; thus, they tend to send them to the shelter homes to hide their pregnancy from others. This paper aims to explore the situation that cause circumstances of conception pregnancy out of wedlock and the family reactions among the unwed mothers living in the shelter homes. The investigation was based on the interviews with 31 informants selected through purposive sampling. The verbatim of the interviews had been analyzed according to Cresswell 's phenomenology approach with influenced by open and axial coding. In addition, it involved the combination mixed and matched between descriptive coding, emotion coding and values coding. The result shows there are four types of situations that cause pregnancy out of wedlock: raped, sexual abuse, false pretenses and love. Whilst there were three ways of families got to know about the pregnancy by themselves, professional and outsider. Family reactions were varying; lodge a police report, accepted the pregnancy and did not plan to get the unwed mothers married, a spur-of-the-moment marriage, sad, abusive behavior and isolation. Some families continue the support the unwed mothers via phone calls, visit and sending them food and daily use items, whilst some families refusing to give support at all. The findings are crucial for the family and professional helping profession such as social worker to improvise the interventions to fulfill the needs of unwed mothers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In facing the current global health issue of Covid-19 pandemic, the practice of social work using group methods has become very limited. The need for group work that involves meeting with group members becomes very challenging because the nature of group meeting should be avoided due it can pose a risk of Covid-19 infection. This paper discusses the challenges faced by social workers when using online medium as new norms working with group. This preliminary study used document analysis method. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling. The study data involved 20 fieldwork report documents by a total of 20 social workers who attended the Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work (DPSKS) program and had conducted group work for 7 weeks online. The group of clients they handle involved 20 groups of final age teenagers who are studying at a local university students. The total number of respondents was 94 people The data of this study were then analyzed using document analysis techniques. The results of the study shown that five main issues that were challenges when performing group online were; (i) unclear reaction of group members (ii) longer rapport (iii) technical problems (iv) lack of cohesion among group members, and(v) challenges of social workers coping. The creativity of social workers is highly recommended so that the implementation of group work can be maximized even if it is not like a face-to-face session. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The effects of the spreading of world wide's COVID-19 pandemic are significant and noticeable. The economic downturn and the impact on health have had a huge impact on the human life. Both direct and indirect effects of the outbreak have profound implications, including mental health. This situation imperils the psychological well-being of individual due to feel uncertainty, insecurity and anxiety and isolation. In this review paper, mindfulness approaches that can be learned by any individuals to manage stress in order to cope with their psychological issues during pandemic of COVID-19 such as mindfulness techniques. Application of mindfulness technique can be taught online through psychological first aid (psychological first aid) in tele-mental health services. The tele-mental health services' user is encouraged to practice mindfulness technique by engaging in the self-dialogue while applying the mindfulness-training exercises that have been learned through psychological first aid. This approaches able to coordinate the higher mental function to calm an individual to the state of relaxation. This action will help the person in taking an advantage during the implementation of movement control order to maintain optimum health by self-care. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The establishment of communist-inspired organization in Sarawak during 1941s' indicated the beginning of communist movement in Sarawak and the spreading of communist ideology toward civilians. It was believed, the communist influences spread to Sarawak through the border when 1 000 of youths went to Kalimantan for military training. Consequently, the First Division of Sarawak have to endure communist terrorism for the first time in August, 1952. This incident triggered the government to implement psychology warfare as a part of counter measure of thwarting subversive activities particularly by communist. Therefore, this article attempt to discuss about the psychology warfare as a measure taken to encounter communist activities. This paper had concluded, the implementation of psychology warfare had succeeded in suppressing the communist movement in First Division of Sarawak. Thus, in completing this paper, a few primer sources including reports and documents had been used namely the resident office, district office, colonial office, foreign colonial office and secondary sources have been able to address the issues making such study became feasible. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The issue of Palestinian problems began with the Sykes-Picot Agreement signed in May 1916 which has placed Palestinians under British control. The impact of this agreement has opened the door of mass immigration from all over the world to Palestine. This crisis has led to a Muslimbased political movement, the Ikhwan Muslimin (IM), has been involved in this problem. In this regard, this paper will discuss the influence of Hassan al-Banna's thinking on the formation of IM's political orientation on this issue from 1931 to 1949. Using historical approaches, analysis of the discussion is based on the use of primarily primary sources of British documents and, in addition, using other secondary sources to support the discussion of this paper. The findings show that the influence of al-Banna's thinking is a major factor that has led to IM's political orientation in the issue of Palestinian problems. IM's participation in the issue of Palestine began by sending protests, organizing fundraising, holding a conference on Palestine, demonstrating and joining the Palestinian War in 1948 in an effort to help liberate Palestine from Israel's occupation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In line with the government's aspiration to stimulate our national economic growth and reduce unemployment rate in Malaysia, various efforts have been intensified to enhance the participation of SMEs entrepreneurs in the e-Commerce world. However, the involvement of SMEs entrepreneurs in this digital commerce still looks less exciting. Internet facilities are not optimally used by SMEs to explore new markets through business and digital marketing. This proves that SMEs behavioural acceptance is still low and not in line with Government aspirations. The successful implementation of intentions and actual behaviour is driven by positive attitudes, social support and a good behavioural control. By relying on the Model of Decomposed Theory of Planned Behaviour (DTPB) and empirical observations through library research methodology, this concept paper reviews the strengths of each determinant in more detail in order to predict the acceptance behaviour. The discussion found that the SMEs intention and actual behaviour towards e-Commerce usage are encourage by factor of attitude, subjective norms and perceived behavioural control which is based on sub factors beliefs of perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, compatibility, trustworthiness, interpersonal influence, external influence, self-efficacy and facilitating conditions. Therefore, it is hoped that this study will help academic and practical field to understand these phenomena as well as provided guidance for the policymakers in reviewing e-Commerce ecosystem and mechanism to further expand SMEs participation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Sabah 2020 State Legislative Assembly (DUN) General Election (GE) was held following the declaration of the dissolution of the Sabah State Legislative Assembly by the Yang Dipertua Negeri Sabah at the request of the Chief Minister of Sabah, Datuk Seri Shafie Apdal. He acted in this way because of the endless political game in Sabah by the opposition party in the state which managed to gather a number of Sabah state assemblymen with a simple majority to shift support to the former Chief Minister, Tan Sri Datuk Seri Musa Aman to be appointed as the new Chief Minister. Although the former Chief Minister brought the case of the dissolution of the Sabah State Legislative Assembly to court but in the end the GE of Sabah State Legislative Assembly was still held. This Sabah State Legislative Assembly GE is seen as a test to see the influence of WARISAN-PKR and the Perikatan Nasional (PN) in the situation of the Covic-19 epidemic. The purpose of writing this article to analyze the political influence of ethnic parties based on the Sabah 2020 GE. Based on the analysis of Sabah 2020 GE results data and analysis of secondary sources such as journal articles and conference papers, the findings show that voters support political parties in the GE of Sabah State Legislative Assembly is based on sentiment leadership partisan ethnic namely UMNO (BN) and PN (BERSATU) led by Malays support in the majority ethnic Sabah Malays and Brunei Malay by UMNO and BERSATU leadership and Rungus-Kadazan-Dusun-Murut by STAR and PBS Kadazan-Dusun ethnic leadership while WARISANPKR support in the majority ethnic Bajau by WARISAN Bajau leader and Chinese in urban by Chinese ethnic leaders from DAP and PKR allied with WARISAN. The implication from the writing of this article is that ethnic-based party politics continues to gain the trust of voters as voters are more confident and trust their own ethnic leaders to fight for their destiny in the long run. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The holy book of Qur'an is a book that has the perfection of all aspects either in terms of its meaning or its reading rules. The Qur'an is still maintained and guided by all Muslims in the world until now. Besides of having a high language, the beauty of the Qur'an can also be seen in terms of its reading rules that known as the rules of tajwid. The beauty of reading Qur'an can be seen when there is a combination of the sound of Qur'anic alphabet that be read according to the correct reading rules. However, the division of tajwid rules that need to be applied in the reading of the Qur'an is so widespread. In learning tajwid, the classification of each rules is divided into several parts. Each of these rules also shows the different process and ways of reading them even though they are classified in a same category of rule. So that, this paper is made to discuss about one part of the rule involving the nasal sound (quiescent nun and nunation) exists in the Qur'an words. The main purpose of this paper is to show the relevance of the existence of the assimilation process in tajwid rules with other speech languages in Malaysia such as Malay and English. This assimilation process is a process of merging a sound into the sound of a consonant that comes after it. This nasal assimilation process seen in the tajwid rules that affected the way how to pronounce Qur'an words in certain rules. For instance Idgham Bila al-Ghunnah, Idgham Maal Ghunnah, Ikhfa' Hakiki, Izhar Halqi, and Iqlab. Thus, this paper is hoped to help the reader to recognize the assimilation process in these three parts differently. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Community is a dynamic concept which always changed and constructed through primitive and virtual form. The construction community is a direct impact due to the development of technology and the internet as well as the urbanization processes. Scholars who discuss and argue about community concept are Emile Durkheim, Ferdinand Tonnies and Robert Redfield as well as some other figures. Among the concepts that impressed and had a big impact in measuring the community was the concept introduced by Ferdinand Tonnies, Gemeinschaft and Gesellschaft. Gemeinschaft is a situation that refers to a real community while Gesellschaft refers to community changes described by the concept of society associated with organizations and associations to create a new community of communities based on organizational strength within the community. In some circumstances, scholars associate it with neo-Gemeinschaft. This paper attempts to highlight the concept of community, debate about it and receive a response from paper presenters. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper focuses on defining Islamic oriented film, an idea introduced by Naim Ahmad. This is an alternative idea conceptualized by Naim Ahmad to pave a more scholarly way in defining an Islamic film. Given that the concept of an Islamic oriented film is new - still less scrupulously described by scholars -, the aim of this paper is to demystify and therefore systematize the definitions and principles involved in defining an Islamic oriented film. This is because Naim Ahmad himself provides no clear principles of his concept. To elucidate this concept further, two films from Indonesia entitled Perempuan Berkalung Sorban (2009) and Ayat-ayat Cinta (2008) were purposely selected. The female character was chosen as the focus of the textual analysis. This analysis is framed by Prophetic Social Theory, a theory pioneered by Kuntowijoyo around the 1980s. The theory is based on the holy Quran through the verse-110 from Surah Ali 'Imran. It has three principles, which are Humanization, Liberation and Transcendence. However, this paper focuses only on the principle of Humanization. The findings indicate that both films contain Humanization principle as communicated via the female characters. This shows that the theory used in this study can contribute towards defining Islamic oriented film. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Women are gentle and loving creatures because of their subtle feelings. Women which symbolised like a crooked ribs do not mean a weaknesses, but is actually a complementing. Women play an important role in shaping the future of the country. Women also have a great responsibility in the formation and development of families and Muslim societies. Therefore, negative responses to women need to be. However, to be a perfect woman in Islam, women should be led by men because that is the advantage that Allah has bestowed upon men as the privilege of caring is bestowed upon women. In general, this paper discusses the understanding of the role of women in a family institution in the Islamic perspective. In addition, this paper also explains the role of women in a family institution. The outcome of this discussion can help further enhance understanding and create awareness of every woman about the role that should be done in the family institution in accordance with the guidelines and recommendations of the Islamic religion, thus the woman can improve every weaknesses inherent in each individual. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In East Asia, few relationships have evolved as much as that between China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. While important differences remain, relations have seen a marked improvement over the past decade, especially when compared to the considerable suspicion that once defined their relations. This paper is to examine the ASEAN-China bilateral able to establish cooperation in the context of the political, security and economic in addition to the two sides discussed the strategy in dealing with strategic issues. Hence, to deepen understanding of the subject matter of this study, some aspects of which were also discussed briefly the history of ASEAN, the background of bilateral relations ASEAN-China and China's involvement in multilateral ASEAN. In addition, this paper also analyzes the bilateral relations between both parties. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper aims to examine the conveyable and unconveyable factors of proper names' cultural meaning from Chinese into Malay language. This research involves 90 proper names, which are collected manually from Xiyouji, and the translated text, Hikayat Jelajah ke Barat. This study utilises a number of theories which have been identified eclectically, that is the theories of proper names by Wang Li (1947) and Li Rui (2014); the categorization of cultural meaning of proper names based on definition of Buddhism encyclopedia Zhongguo Fojiao Baike Quanshu (2001), Taoism dictionary Zhonghua Daojiao Dacidian (1995), and Li Rui's definition (2014); the accuracy of meaning based on theory of Larson (1984) and Newmark (1988). The findings show that the conveyable cultural meaning factors are the existence of cultural elements in the sociolinguistic network of Chinese-Malay language due to interaction between cultures, the application of suitable translation techniques, and the cultural meaning that is understandable through the context. The unconveyable cultural meaning factors are the non-existence of cultural meaning in the sociolinguistic network of Chinese-Malay language, and the differences in cultural meaning between the time calculation system of lunar calendar and Malay time concept. Indeed, exploring the whole cultural meaning of proper names and the application of correct translation theories are vital to ensure the proper names' cultural meaning are conveyed into the target text. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Mental health is an important component for well-being beside physical health. Recent years, mental illness has become a challenge in society. However, public stigma towards mental illness is very bad. This stigma makes people with mental illness have difficulty to recover and to get help from society. This paper reports the evidences gathered through the recovered patients themselves of the importance of openness towards mental illness and the need for removal of stigma towards mental illness. There were six interviewees participated in a study conducted in a nongovernmental organization (NGO) that supports mental wellness at Petaling Jaya City. The permission of interview was granted by the NGO's management and also the participants. The data gathered was open-ended answers addressing questions which are related to their feeling, public perceptions and also their expectation of the society and supports provided by external parties such as government. The results of the study show that the perception towards mental illness patients should be more open and receptive. Supports and reception given to them is crucial. Public and government should work together to build a mentally healthy and supportive environment for a better society. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Language is generally seen as a necessary rule in human life to make social activities successful. From the perspective of speech, languages are used for a variety of purposes such as giving thoughts, communicating, disseminating ideologies and influencing the public. Effective speeches typically have a compromise of orderly information through a pattern of informational compilation as a theme and rheme. The use of theme and rheme allows the verses in a paragraph to be well organized until the sequence of information is smoothly delivered and independent. Therefore, this paper aims to identify the type of pattern of information arrangement and clarify its usage in the 2019 Budget speech text. The data of the speech text in Malay language was downloaded by the researchers through the official portal of the Ministry of Finance Malaysia (MOF) on March 25th, 2019 - http://www.treasury.gov.my/pdf/bajet/ucapan/ub19.pdf. This research is a descriptive study using qualitative method. The theory of the thematic progression that Danes (1974) inspired was used throughout the research process. Based on the results of the study, there are four types of information ordering patterns used by the speaker, namely, linear thematic (zig-zag), perpetual theme tematic, thematic theme from hypertheme and thematic theme from detailed breakdown rheme. The collaboration of all four patterns of information shows that these patterns play a role in creating contextual, structured and easy-to-read 2019 Budget speech text. In this way, the pattern of structured information is able to structure a logical and systematic flow of information dissemination by the speaker to the public. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Islam puts women in a very noble position after the advent of Islam. The question often asked to the community is the rights and roles of women in an institution. In fact, the role of women today is on par with the role of men as long as they do not conflict with Islamic law. In addition, the issue of this woman's role is a warm conversation as it touches on the persecution committed against women. The 'Sorrounding Woman of Sorban' film opened the eyes of the community to recognize the woman more closely. The film has been adapted from novel to movie level to highlight issues raised specifically for Muslim women. The film also features persecution against women. Therefore, this study was conducted to analyze the rights of Muslim women in the Sorban Banded Woman film. In addition, this study will link the issues of women with the role of women in Islam. The methodology used in this study is library study and document analysis. Information is obtained through scientific references related to research titles such as books, theses, papers, newspapers, articles, the internet, and other suitable materials for reference. The results of this study will find that the researcher will differentiate the reality of the role of women today with the 'Perempuan Berkalung Sorban' film. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In line with the deinstitutionalisation movement, amendment on the Child Act 2001 in year 2016 has highlighted the priority of placing children who are separated from their birth families into family care system. It shows that foster care is getting more attention in Malaysia for care and protection in line with the child's best interest. However, little is known on the awareness and understanding of the general public towards the concept of foster care. Their understanding give direct impact to the effort of placing children into foster care because they are the primary resource for foster parents. Hence, this paper is intended to explore child care applicants' understanding towards foster care concept in Malaysia. Purposive sampling method was used to recruit 23 participants who had engaged with Social Welfare Department Malaysia in applying children for care. They had participated semistructured interviews and shared their understanding on foster care. Overall, majority of participants had limited understanding on the concept of foster care. The foster care concept had been mostly misinterpreted as adoption. Using the thematic analysis, participants' understanding can be further explained in three themes, namely (i) foster child is a nonexistent concept, (ii) intended to apply for adopted child, and (iii) felt cheated after receiving the children. On the other hand, participants' understanding can be categorised into three levels, namely (i) quite clear, (ii) not sure and (iii) no understanding. Based on the three themes and three levels of understanding, a preliminary framework of understanding foster care concept is constructed for the Malaysian context. This is followed by discussion and recommendation on appropriate intervention and support services. In conclusion, foster care concept has to be widely promoted to the general public and this is imperative to safeguard the best interest of the children who in need of care and protection. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]