Jebat: Malaysian Journal of History, Politics & Strategic Studies

 

  • Jebat: Malaysian Journal of History, Politics & Strategic Studies is a peer-reviewed journal published by UKM Press (Penerbit UKM), and managed by Center for Research in History, Politics and International Affairs, National University of Malaysia since 1971. 

  • Jebat is a historical journal of Malaysia that also encourages contemporary discourse on politics and strategic studies with a focus on historical continuity. It publishes interdisciplinary articles that connect readers with global themes. In this sense; (i) Historical articles are expected to contribute to new historical discourses and compile primary sources. (ii) Articles on politics, strategic studies, and related areas should engage with historical events. Articles on the related area of study are also encouraged, such as;

    1. Socio-economics
    2. Heritage, culture, and archeology 
    3. Governance
    4. Democracy 
    5. Comparative studies
    6. Diplomatic studies
    7. Globalisation
    8. International organisation
    9. Security and border 
    10. Religion
    11. Environmental issues  
    12. History of Science
  • The journal is published 4 times  per year March, June, September and December beginning 2023
  • The journal considers original research articles, review articles, and book reviews.

  • The journal did not accepting any kind of adverts and did not conduct any direct marketing.

 

Announcements

 

Appointment of a New Editor-in-Chief

  

We are pleased to announce that Assoc. Prof. Dr. Azlizan Mat Enh has been appointed as the new Editor-in-Chief, effective 1 May 2025. Jebat extends its congratulations to her and expresses sincere appreciation to the outgoing Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Mohd Shazwan Mokhtar.

  
Posted: 2025-05-09
 

Revision of Article Processing Charge (APC)

  

The new APC rates for articles accepted for publication for submissions starting from July 1, 2024, are as follows:

  • Regular Article: Malaysian Authors (RM500)
  • Regular Article: International Authors (USD200)
  • Special Themes: RM1,000 per article
  
Posted: 2024-06-27
 

Submitting An Article in OJS

  
Dear Authors,

In order to expedite the article submission and track the progress eficiently, the Editorial Board had deciced that starting September 2022 all works must be submit through Jebat OJS. Hence, please register  before submitting your work.		  
Posted: 2022-08-26
 
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Vol 53, No 2 (2026)

Table of Contents

Articles

Formulation of Water Supply Policy and Law In Kedah: The Role of the Kedah State Legislative Assembly (1960-1964)
Mohd Firdaus Abdullah, Arba’iyah Mohd Noor, Noraini Mohamed Hassan
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The Micropolitics of Statemaking: Practical Knowledge as an Instrument of Statecraft in the 19th Century Sarawak
Sharifah S Ahmad, Juna Liau Liau, Nurul Huda Marwan
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From Marginalisation to Dignity: Reframing Malaysia’s Refugee Governance through Islamic Principles and the Role of Islamic Institutions
Muhammad Al-Ghazalli Abdol Malek, Mohd Al Adib Samuri, Muhammad Nazir Alias
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Cabaran Pembahagian Kerusi dalam Kerjasama Pilihan Raya di Malaysia: Analisis Terhadap BN-PH Menjelang PRN-16 di Melaka dan Johor (The Challenge of Seat Allocation within the Electoral Coalition in Malaysia: Analysis of BN-PH ahead of SE-16 in Malacca and Johore)
Adzwan Adnan, Mazlan Ali, Jamaie Hj. Hamil
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Isu Penyalahgunaan Visa Pelajar Antarabangsa di Malaysia: Satu Tinjauan Literatur dan Potensi Kajian Akan Datang (The Issue of International Student Visa Abuse in Malaysia: A Literature Review and Prospects for Future Research)
Mohd Mazdan Mohd Jamil, Sity Daud, Aizat Khairi
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Peranan Negara dalam Kumpulan Wang Simpanan Pekerja (KWSP) sebagai Perlindungan Sosial Golongan Rentan (The Role of the State in the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) as Social Protection for Vulnerable Groups)
Siti Norayu Waluyob, Muhamad Azwan Abd Rahman
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The 2021 Melaka State Election to the 15th Malaysian General Election (GE15): A Reflection of Continuity or De-Realignment?
Khairul Syakirin Zulkifli, Muhammad Ainul Hakim Norazmi, Solahuddiin Ismail Mina
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Populism Institutional Trust and Political Engagement in Pakistan: A Survey Based Analysis
Ali Abbas, Xi Laiwang
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Sejarah Kesihatan Awam di Persekutuan Tanah Melayu, 1948–1956: Tren Penyakit Berjangkit, Usaha Kawalan dan Pencegahan (History of Public Health in The Federation of Malaya, 1948-1956: Trends in Infectious Diseases, Control Measures and Prevention)
Aszlan Selamat, Salmah Omar, Mohamad Ismandi Wasli
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Statelessness, Identity, and Insecurity: Understanding Violent Extremism in Sabah’s Borderlands
Chrystal Gayle Jidy, Kevin Fernandez, Muhammad Danial Azman
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Dinamika Islamik Parti PAS dan UMNO dalam Politik Malaysia (The Islamic Political Dynamics of PAS and UMNO in Malaysia)
Muhammad Fahmie Nuaiman Noor Azmi, Marzudi Md Yunus, Mohammad Tawfik Yaakob
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Peningkatan Pengaruh China dan Dasar Luar Singapura terhadap Taiwan: Satu Kajian Kuasa Tajam dan Respons Strategik (China’s Rising Influence and Singapore’s Foreign Policy toward Taiwan: A Study of Sharp Power and Strategic Response)
Chin Kok Fay, Wan Muhammad Rumaizi Wan Hussin
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