The Johor Sultanate : rise or re-emergence? / Francis E. Hutchinson and Vandana Prakash Nair.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Hutchinson, Francis E., author.

Nair, Vandana Prakash, author.

Series:

Trends in Southeast Asia ; 2016 no. 16.

Trends in Southeast Asia ; 2016 no. 16

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Ibrahim Ismail ibni Tunku Mahmood Iskandar, Sultan of Johor, 1958-.

Ibrahim Ismail ibni Tunku Mahmood Iskandar.

Sultans--Malaysia--Johor.

Sultans.

Johor (Malaysia)--Politics and government.

Johor (Malaysia).

Physical Description:

1 online resource (31 pages) : digital, PDF file(s).

Place of Publication:

Singapore : ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute, 2016.

Language Note:

In English.

Summary:

Malaysia's sultans have in recent years taken on an increasingly discernible role in the country's political life. However, rather than something new, the rulers' resurgence should be viewed as part of a longer term negotiation over the precise boundaries of their role. The Sultan of Johor, Ibrahim Ismail, is arguably the most visible of the country's rulers at present. Since ascending to the throne in 2010, he has constructed a prominent media profile and been active in many areas of policy-making. Sultan Ibrahim Ismail has also weighed in on national-level issues, such as the quality of national education and bilateral relations with Singapore. While the more ceremonial aspects of his actions are inspired by the pivotal role traditionally played by Malay rulers, the more operational aspects hark back to the colonial era when Johor had a reputation for modern administration, well-developed infrastructure, and a high degree of autonomy. At its core, the Sultan raises questions about Malay leadership, and may revive a long-standing contest between the rulers and the political elite, sometimes referred to as a battle between "princes and politicians".

Contents:

Frontmatter

FOREWORD

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

PLANES, TRAINS AND AUTOMOBILES

MALAYSIA AND ITS SULTANS

THE SULTANATE OF JOHOR

CONCLUSIONS

Notes:

Title from publisher's bibliographic system (viewed on 21 Mar 2019).

ISBN:

9789814762809

9814762806

OCLC:

1096436794