Reclaiming asabiya to counter extremism and foster unity

The concept of asabiyya – group solidarity – originally articulated by Ibn Khaldun, has been hijacked by extremist groups in Southeast Asia to create division and promote radical ideologies. Reclaiming asabiya is crucial, redefining it as a tool for social cohesion and unity by drawing on cultural v...

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Main Author: Noor Huda Ismail
Other Authors: S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
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Language:English
Published: 2025
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spelling sg-ntu-dr.10356-1828582025-03-09T15:45:34Z Reclaiming asabiya to counter extremism and foster unity Noor Huda Ismail S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies Social Sciences Country and region studies Singapore and homeland security The concept of asabiyya – group solidarity – originally articulated by Ibn Khaldun, has been hijacked by extremist groups in Southeast Asia to create division and promote radical ideologies. Reclaiming asabiya is crucial, redefining it as a tool for social cohesion and unity by drawing on cultural values that foster mutual respect and collective responsibility. Regional cooperation and digital counter-narratives are essential in countering extremism and fostering long-term peace in the region. Published version 2025-03-05T03:34:16Z 2025-03-05T03:34:16Z 2025 Commentary Noor Huda Ismail (2025). Reclaiming asabiya to counter extremism and foster unity. RSIS Commentaries, 021-25. https://hdl.handle.net/10356/182858 en RSIS Commentaries, 021-25 Nanyang Technological University application/pdf
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Country and region studies
Singapore and homeland security
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Country and region studies
Singapore and homeland security
Noor Huda Ismail
Reclaiming asabiya to counter extremism and foster unity
description The concept of asabiyya – group solidarity – originally articulated by Ibn Khaldun, has been hijacked by extremist groups in Southeast Asia to create division and promote radical ideologies. Reclaiming asabiya is crucial, redefining it as a tool for social cohesion and unity by drawing on cultural values that foster mutual respect and collective responsibility. Regional cooperation and digital counter-narratives are essential in countering extremism and fostering long-term peace in the region.
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