The rise of IIUM as a leading choice for Indonesian students

Abdul Razak, Mohd Abbas and Artalim Zaim, Muntaha (2025) The rise of IIUM as a leading choice for Indonesian students. POTRET.

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Abstract

Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei, as Muslim countries in the Southeast Asian region, have long enjoyed mutual understanding and strong relationships. Among the three, there are many similarities in terms of food, language, culture, Islamic denomination, ethics, and more. Being Muslim-majority countries, their non-Muslim minorities live in total peace and harmony. These nations are also well-respected among other members of ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations). Although minor issues occasionally arise between Indonesia and Malaysia, particularly concerning domestic workers and foreign labour employed in Malaysia, such matters are typically resolved amicably, in the spirit of Islamic brotherhood and ASEAN cooperation. The way these issues are managed among Muslim countries in the Malay world can serve as a good example for Muslim nations in the Middle East. For decades, Malaysia has been a popular destination for Indonesians seeking medical treatment and leisure. Cities such as Penang, Kuala Lumpur, and Melaka regularly attract Indonesian visitors for medical consultations and procedures. At the same time, Indonesian workers have played a crucial role in the development of key infrastructure in Malaysia, contributing to the construction of iconic landmarks in Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya. In return, Malaysian investors have made significant inroads into Indonesia’s palm oil sector, managing large-scale plantations that generate substantial employment opportunities for Indonesians. Meanwhile, Brunei, a wealthy Malay sultanate rich in oil resources, maintains considerable investments in both Indonesia and Malaysia. After outlining the strong ties and ideal cooperation among these three Muslim-majority nations in the Malay Archipelago, this article will explore why the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) has emerged as a preferred study destination for many aspiring Muslim scholars from Indonesia.

Item Type:	Article (Electronic Media)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Rise, IIUM, Leading Choice, Indonesian, Students
Subjects:	B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BP Islam. Bahaism. Theosophy, etc > BP1 Islam B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BP Islam. Bahaism. Theosophy, etc > BP1 Islam > BP170.8 Universality of Islam B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BP Islam. Bahaism. Theosophy, etc > BP1 Islam > BP173 Islamic sociology B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BP Islam. Bahaism. Theosophy, etc > BP188.16 Wasatiyyah. Moderation In Islam B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BP Islam. Bahaism. Theosophy, etc > BP190.5 Islamization of Knowledge BPL Islamic education
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences > Department of Fundamental and Inter-Disciplinary Studies (Effective: 5th Feb 2014)
Depositing User:	Dr. Mohd Abbas Abdul Razak
Date Deposited:	23 May 2025 20:36
Last Modified:	23 May 2025 20:36
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/121174

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