All of the articles in this proceedings volume have been presented at the 9th International Conference on Strategic and Global Studies (ICSGS) during July 19-20th, 2025 in Kyushu International University, Fukuoka, Japan. These articles have been peer reviewed by the members of the Scientific Committee...

This research examines the development transition in the disputed territories of Abkhazia and South Ossetia, in light of strategies to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) amid the limited recognition of the international system. Despite both being recognized as de facto states following...

The Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted various aspects of life and left major challenges to achieve the TPB/SDGs. Especially, in reducing child poverty. This study aims to study child poverty in DKI Jakarta Province by estimating poverty in monetary and multidimensional terms in pre and post the Covid-19...

Sustainable Development Goal 10 (SDG 10) aims to reduce inequalities within and among countries by promoting inclusive and sustainable development. In South Sulawesi, Indonesia, regional disparities along the South-North Development Corridor persist, with uneven economic growth and human development...

As the world’s largest Muslim-majority nation with ambitions to become a global halal hub, Indonesia has introduced a self-declared halal certification scheme to expand market access for micro and small enterprises, yet its implementation raises critical legal, institutional, and credibility challenges...

Halal certification has become a strategic pillar in global trade, shaping market access, consumer trust, and competitiveness. With growing demand in both Muslim and non-Muslim markets, certification is increasingly recognized as essential for building inclusive and sustainable economic systems. This...

With the rapid growth of the global halal industry, a rigid halal standardization system has created a hegemony that adversely affects halal practices in Muslim-minority countries. This problem is compounded by the perception among immigrant Muslims that local halal standards in these nations are not...

This study aims to examine the various potentials and enduring difficulties that influence Indonesia’s ambition of becoming a global Centre for halal. It focuses on the development of key halal industries and explores governance and regulatory challenges in achieving global halal competitiveness. This...

Halal certification has become a mandatory requirement in Indonesia following the enactment of Law No. 33 of 2014 and Government Regulation No. 39 of 2021, with an ambitious target of 10 million certified products initially set for October 2024. However, progress data as of August 2025 indicate that...

This study examines the interconnection between Islamic finance and the halal industry across three Southeast Asian nations: Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. Using a mixed-methods approach combining Analytical Network Process (ANP), Structural Equation Modeling (SEM-PLS), and SWOT analysis, the research...

This research explores how Indonesian diaspora in Japan construct representations of Japan through Instagram. The research aims to understand their motivations for creating content, the forms of representation they produce, and how social media functions as a space for informal support and connection...

This study aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the impact of aggregated and disaggregated imports from Japan on Indonesia’s income per capita. This study uses the FMOLS, DOLS, and CCR models. In addition to these models, the Co-Integration Test, Granger Causality Test, Impulse Response Function,...

The convergence of cyberterrorism, artificial intelligence (AI), and hybrid warfare presents multidimensional challenges to national security and regional stability. This article analyzes Indonesia–Japan cooperation in countering cyberterrorism and strengthening cyber resilience, focusing on governance,...

Labor migration has long been a central pillar in Indonesia–Saudi Arabia relations, particularly through the placement of Indonesian Migrant Workers (PMI) in the domestic sector. However, rising cases of exploitation and weak legal protection prompted the Indonesian government to impose a moratorium...

This paper compares the experiences of Indonesian migrant workers under South Korea’s Employment Permit System (EPS) and Japan’s Technical Intern Training Program (TITP). Although EPS formally recognizes migrants as employees and TITP classifies them as trainees, both systems restrict mobility and reinforce...

Sustainable Development Goal (SDG-12) Responsible Consumption and Production emphasizes the importance of sustainable patterns in consumption and production to protect the environment and enhance societal welfare. This principle serves as the foundation for a community empowerment initiative implemented...

Labuan Bajo, a Super Priority Tourism Destination in East Nusa Tenggara and gateway to Komodo Island, has undergone economic, social, and spatial changes but still faces major challenges. High living costs are unmatched by local incomes, unemployment remains, and basic infrastructure such as clean water,...

The purpose of this research is to analyze the strategies used by street vendors to achieve household economic resilience based on micro-spatial analysis. The micro-spatial analysis refers to how street vendors manage to survive within limited living spaces, which are often multifunctional—used both...

This paper examines transnational labor mobility between Indonesia and Japan through the Technical Intern Training (TIT) program, which will be terminated in 2027 and replaced by the Employment for Skill Development (ESD) program. Although the TIT program was presented as a vehicle for skill transfer...

International students in Japan have become a key human resource to strengthen the labor force through part-time work. Studies found that international students who excessively dedicate their time to part-time jobs face negative consequences like declining academic performance, mental strain, stress,...

This study examines the dynamics of development on Rupat island, a disadvantaged, frontier, and outermost region that has a strategic position because it directly collides with Malaysia. The main focus of the study is on inclusive and sustainable development efforts, taking into account historical facts,...

Tourism is one effective instrument to safeguard environmental, cultural exchanges as well as economic development. It generates employment, boosts the national economy, advances cultural understanding, and backs environmental programs. Still, tourism has some drawbacks. This research attempts to investigate...

Strengthening the competence and professionalism of members of the Indonesian National Police (Polri) is a strategic effort to improve the quality of public services and the performance of the police organisation. Using qualitative methods with a literature review of relevant scientific sources, this...

This paper analyzes how Indonesia can leverage digital infrastructure to achieve sustainable and inclusive growth, aligning its development with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By synthesizing existing literature and conducting a comparative analysis of China and Singapore, this study identifies...

This article aims to examine the limited inclusiveness of access to knowledge for people with disabilities in Saou Ichikawa’s Hunchback (2023). Furthermore, this article will look at inclusivity efforts that can be made from the point of view of the Sustainable Development Goals launched by the United...

Housing is one of the most basic needs that all humans must meet. Housing availability is meant to benefit all levels of society to prevent social class stratification and promote inclusive growth. Housing in South Tangerang, Indonesia, which should be provided by the regional government, is presently...

This study aims to analyze the reasons for the low recruitment rates of people with disabilities in private companies in West Java Province, where the figure does not reach 1% of the total number of employees, which contradicts the mandate of Law No. 8 of 2016 concerning People with Disabilities. The...

Traditional games like Dakon (Congklak) offer unique educational and therapeutic benefits that are often overlooked in modern settings. This study ex-plores Dakon’s potential to support inclusive and sustainable education, particu-larly for children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)....

This study comparatively examines the dynamics of environmental philanthropy in five countries Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, Japan, and South Korea to analyze how institutional and cultural frameworks influence the effectiveness and orientation of philanthropic practices. Using a qualitative comparative...

Employment for persons with disabilities continues to show a serious challenge to inclusive development, especially in many developing economies. Although Sustainable Development Goal 8 emphasizes decent work for all, which advocates for decent work and economic growth for all, persons with disabilities...

This study evaluates how patriarchy shifts in Western Europe (Germany, France, the Netherlands) and East Asia (Japan, South Korea, China) from 2018-2022 by examining key gender-related indicators: maternal mortality, adolescent birth rates, educational attainment, female labor force participation, and...

This study examines the experiences of Muslim women workers in Japan as they navigate workplace discrimination and employ counter-labelling strategies to assert their professional and religious identities. Using semi-structured interviews and digital ethnography of social media platforms such as TikTok,...

This study aims to map the trends and development of research on human resources in the field of philanthropy, based on journal articles indexed in Scopus during the period from 2002 to 2022. The study provides a foundation for the advancement of future research and the formulation of policies related...

Jakarta, as a global city vulnerable to climate change, faces persistent challenges from flooding, especially in areas like Kelurahan Penjaringan, North Jakarta. This study explores the roles of key stakeholders—government, community, and development partners—in flood disaster adaptation and mitigation...

Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) was used to assess mangrove ecosystem health and carbon sequestration in Teluk Bintuni, West Papua, Indonesia. The study used Sentinel-2 and Landsat 8 satellite images and field validation data from October to November 2024 across ten transects. Environmental conditions...

Indonesia’s nickel industry has become central to global supply chains for stainless steel and electric vehicle batteries, yet its rapid expansion has exposed structural vulnerabilities in sustainability and resilience. This paper presents a systematic literature review (2014–2024) and policy analysis...

Coastal areas face severe pressures from sea level rise, land subsidence, and tidal flooding, which drive spatial transformations and undermine the sustainability of community livelihoods. Timbulsloko Village in Central Java represents an extreme case where once productive agricultural land has turned...

The China-Indonesia partnership is pivotal for the global new energy industry, driven by Indonesia’s vast nickel reserves for electric vehicle (EV) batteries. This study provides a comprehensive review of the current opportunities and challenges within this collaboration, analyzing Indonesia’s sustainable...

Peat fires are recognized as a significant driver of global warming and environmental degradation. These fires release substantial greenhouse gases and cause serious issues such as smoke pollution, health risks, and ecological damage. Although firefighting agents are increasingly used as an effective...

One of the largest salt production sites in Indonesia is on Madura Island. Salt production in Madura has a long history and is one of the important commodities for the regional economy. This research aims to transform the local knowledge of the Madurese people in traditional salt production into scientific...

The aviation Industry, with its environmental impact, needs urgent decarbonization and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is a key near-term solution. This article examines SAF’s current status, with a focus on establishing robust and sustainable supply chains for widespread adoption, particularly within...

Indonesia faces the challenge of improving food security and reforming a more sustainable food system, although some policies jeopardize the ecosystem, particularly the forest ecosystem. Therefore, more locally-rooted initiatives like customary practices are required, and food security can be strengthened...

Liberalism views that trade agreement and trade may prevent war and conflicts from happening between states. Trade and trade agreement were perceived to be a way of cooperation and prevent conflict from happening. However, many developed countries have been endorsing new issues, such as gender, environment,...

Bilateral relations between Saudi Arabia and Japan have been strengthened since 1955, with a focus on strategic cooperation in the hydrocarbon sector. Saudi Arabia has been the primary exporter of petroleum to Japan, while Japan is a major importer of hydrocarbons from Saudi Arabia. Approximately 95%...

Amid rapid urbanization and intensifying climate challenges, cities across Asia are embracing localized collaboration to pursue sustainable development. This study examines eco-urban diplomacy through sister-city partnerships between Jakarta–Tokyo and Surabaya–Kitakyushu, focusing on how urban farming...

This research aims how Japan’s cultural diplomacy is manifested through ramen themed content on TikTok and how European audiences respond within the digital public sphere. Utilizing the theory of cultural diplomacy and the concept of soft power, the research positions TikTok as a strategic medium for...

This article aims to criticize the European Union Deforestation-Free Regulation (EUDR) policy by exploring the potential of Japan-Korea-China trilateral cooperation as a more inclusive and sustainable export market alternative for ASEAN countries. Using descriptive qualitative approach with document...

This study aims to examine the nature of football-related interactions between Germany, England, and Japan. Business interests, politics, and cultural exchanges can occur exceptionally rapidly through the sport of football. Europe remains the epicenter of global football to this day. Although Latin American...

This paper examines the European Union’s (EU) imposition of countervailing and anti-dumping duties on Indonesian steel products, which Indonesia has challenged at the World Trade Organization (WTO) in 2023. As one of the world’s top five steel exporters, Indonesia perceives these measures as inconsistent...

As cities increasingly function as significant actors in global governance, urban diplomacy has emerged as a critical tool for advancing their international interests and development goals. This article examines the case of Jakarta, a megacity striving to enhance its position within the global urban...

In recent years, major global actors have successively launched bilateral and multilateral digital economy cooperation initiatives. As representatives of emerging and developed digital economies, respectively, ASEAN and China’s digital economic cooperation has attracted widespread attention. China-ASEAN...

The use of nuclear technology has been one of the most significant advancements in human history, providing both immense energy potential and devastating military power. While nuclear energy has offered cleaner alternatives to fossil fuels, it also comes with risks, primarily due to human errors in handling...

Green mobility presents significant issues in cities that continue to rely on fossil fuel vehicles, which contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change. Air pollution from traditional transportation has a substantial impact on public health and increases reliance on fossil fuels, which are...