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Khabarsoutheastasia.com provides information in two languages – English and Bahasa Indonesia – on developments affecting the stability and security of the Asia-Pacific region. The site features news, feature articles and multimedia content from paid correspondents located across the region.

Our coverage is distinguished by an in-depth knowledge of local issues and a cross-regional perspective. It identifies trends, solutions and successes that can serve as models for progress throughout the region. It also focuses on developments that hinder both terrorist activity and support for violent extremism. The site is designed to provide an international audience with a portal to a broad range of information about the Asia-Pacific region.

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Spotlight

Terrorist suspects Bayu Setyono (foreground) and Firman Firmansyah were arrested April 3rd in Solo, Central Java. With extremist groups becoming more fragmented and shadowy in nature, worries have increased over the dangers of "self-radicalisation" via the internet. [Anwar Mustafa/AFP].

Terrorism on the web: the danger of self-radicalisation

With extremist groups proving adept at harnessing digital technologies and the internet for their violent purposes, calls are mounting for governments, NGOs and Islamic organisations to be more active in countering such messages.

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Brutal attacks by insurgents in Thailand's Deep South -- including indiscriminate killings of Buddhist and Muslim women and children -- have provoked shock and horror in recent weeks. Do you believe the local Muslim community is doing enough to prevent the ongoing violence?

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Photo Essay

Students in Desa Banjaran Borobudur, Central Java work part-time after school making ceramics. They use the money they earn for school expenses and to help their families. [Okky Feliantar/Khabar]

Young Indonesians: creativity at work

Across Java, many young Indonesians are contributing to the local economy, using their skills and creativity, and materials readily available in their communities. For some, those activities have opened doors to national and even global markets.