Southeast Asia Development Research

Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  • Articles Article ID: 238
    1-15

    Did Russia’s Soft Power Really Work? An Initial Survey of Russia’s Soft Power Attraction in Indonesia

    by Reynaldo de’ Archellie , Chysanti Arumsari
    2  (Abstract) 0  (Download)
    Abstract:

    Russia has been trying to change its image in global politics since the demise of the Soviet Union. One of the most popular tools the Russian government used to do this is soft power resources. The exploration of Russia’s soft power can be seen from the Concept of the Foreign...More >>

  • Articles Article ID: 239
    16-30

    The Contextual Relation between Ideology and Political Violence: Khmer Rouge

    by Caglar Ezikoglu, Andac Karabulut, Ali Samir Merdan
    4  (Abstract) 0  (Download)
    Abstract:

    During the Cold War era in the world, the ideological approaches of the East and the West driven by the bipolar system directly influenced the state systems. The Soviet Union’s communist system, in particular, made a significant impact in Asia, notably due to the dominant role of the People’s Republic...More >>

  • Articles Article ID: 241
    31-46

    Palm, Rubber and Rice Crops Classification and Diagnostic Using CNN Approach and NDVI in Thailand

    by Yannis. Lavigne, Laurent. Mezeix
    1  (Abstract) 1  (Download)
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    To support agricultural development in Thailand, accurate data collection and analysis of land use are essential. Understanding the spatial distribution and growth patterns of key crops enables better planning and resource allocation. This study proposes a deep learning-based approach for land cover classification, specifically targeting three significant crops: rice, rubber,...More >>

  • Articles Article ID: 242
    47-55

    Future Scenarios for CO2 Sequestration by Oil Palm in Southeast Asia Versus Other Regions to Reduce Climate Change

    by Robert Russell Monteith Paterson
    2  (Abstract) 2  (Download)
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    Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from fossil fuels are a significant contributor to climate change. Concentrations of CO2 were in balance when emissions were controlled by the photosynthetic capabilities of organisms on land and in oceans. Palm oil is a valuable commodity, and vast plantations of oil palm (OP) have been created, especially in Malaysia...More >>

  • Articles Article ID: 244
    56-68

    The Role of Trade Openness and Macroeconomic Factors in Shaping FDI Inflows to Vietnam

    by Phung Duy Quang, Nguyen Khanh Huyen, Pham Thi My Linh, Nguyen Nhat Minh
    6  (Abstract) 5  (Download)
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    Purpose - This study explores the linkages between trade and investment flows in the Vietnamese economy, analyzing how these dynamics influence economic growth and stability. By examining the impact of trade and investment, the study aims to identify ways to optimize Vietnam’s economic policies to promote sustainable development.

    Design/ Methodology/ Approach - Using...More >>