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China-Taiwan Relation During Tsai’s Presidency and Her Efforts in Maintaining Taiwan As Self-Governing Region
No full textTensions between China and Taiwan have escalated, particularly during President Tsai’s tenure.
Following World War II, China endured the Chinese Civil War between the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)
and the Kuomintang (KMT). The KMT’s defeat in 1949 marked the end of the conflict, after which it retreated
to Taiwan and became an opponent force to Beijing. Since then, Cross-Strait relations have remained tense.
Under President Tsai, the issue has become more apparent as she consistently rejects China’s reunification
agenda while strengthening Taiwan’s ties with Southeast Asian countries and the United States (U.S.) in
particular. This paper also adopts a qualitative desktop research, relying on secondary data collection method
which includes treaties, white papers, policy documents, defense reports, and news articles. This paper is also
significance because Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) prioritizes safeguarding Taiwan’s autonomy and
democratic values and the Kuomintang (KMT) advocates for closer ties with China. Concurrently, scholarly
attention to the contemporary dynamics of Cross-Strait relations remains insufficient. Existing studies often
focus on outdated analyses, such as the deficiencies in Taiwan’s 2012 elections, rather than the policies and
developments under Tsai Ing-wen’s administration (2016–2024). Therefore, this paper examines ChinaTaiwan relationship during Tsai’s presidency demonstrates the significance of defending Taiwan’s democracy
and maintaining its status quo as an autonomous territory within Chin
Evaluating the Influence of Substrate Types and Concentrations on Power Generation in Microbial Fuel Cells
No full textMicrobial fuel cells (MFCs) offer a sustainable solution for simultaneous wastewater treatment and electricity
generation. This study investigates the impact of different substrate types glucose (1 g/L, 3 g/L, 5 g/L), sago
wastewater, and landfill leachate on MFC performance. A dual-chamber MFC system with stainless steel electrodes
and salt bridge was used over a 5-day batch operation. Voltage output and Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) removal
efficiency were recorded. The highest COD removal (56%) was achieved with 1 g/L glucose, while the highest voltage
output (392 mV) came from 3 g/L glucose. Landfill leachate also performed well, showing 50% COD removal and
382 mV peak voltage. Sago wastewater showed moderate performance. These results underscore the importance of
substrate selection and concentration in optimizing MFC systems for renewable energy and wastewater treatment
ON SEMBAN: The Vanishing Culture of The Ring Ladies
No full textThe Semban Ring Ladies of Sarawak, known for wearing
brass coils around their arms and legs, embody a unique
cultural practice that once symbolised beauty, strength, and
identity. Today, as this tradition declines, the few remaining Ring Ladies serve as living custodians of a fragile heritage, highlighting the challenges of sustaining intangible culture amid modernisation. This book, produced by the Faculty of Applied and Creative Arts (FACA), UNIMAS, draws on thirteen years of visual ethnographic research through photography, drawing, and documentation to interpret their lived experiences and cultural significance. By blending ethnographic insight with artistic representation, it records and rearticulates a vanishing tradition while situating the Semban Ring Ladies within wider conversations on art, heritage, and identity in contemporary Sarawak
Certificate of Participation: 5TH International Conference on Creative Multimedia 2025 (ICCM2025) in conjunction with the Digital Futures International Congress 2025 (DIFCON2025) at Multimedia University, Malaysia.
No full textCertificate of Participation / presentation of a paper entitled Conceptualizing the Challenges of No-Code Tool Usage in Remote Design Practice
Working Memory Capacity and Dual-Task Interference in Following Instructions
No full textThis study employed a dual-task approach to examine the effects of working memory capacity (WMC) on following spoken and written instructions. The participants comprised 26
individuals with high WMC and 26 with low WMC. They completed two types of instruction tasks under interference conditions: spoken instructions paired with an articulatory
suppression task, and written instructions paired with a tapping task. In the spoken condition, recall was verbal, whereas in the written condition, recall was action. The results revealed significant main effects of both WMC and dual-task interference on instruction-following
performance, as measured by total correct recall. Moreover, a significant interaction between WMC and dual-task interference was found, indicating that interference impaired working memory performance and reduced recall accuracy. Performance was most affected in the verbal recall of spoken instructions with articulatory suppression, especially in the low WMC group
Emissions vs. Earnings: Assessing the Financial Effects of Carbon Footprint in Malaysia’s Manufacturing Sector
No full textIntroduction: Environmental sustainability is a critical concern, requiring enterprises to be accountable for carbon emissions. While existing research focuses on the energy sector, the manufacturing industry in Malaysia remains underexplored. Businesses are driven to reduce
emissions by regulatory mandates and market expectations, often benefiting from improved financial performance
Objectives: This study investigates the sustainability practices of manufacturing firms listed on Bursa Malaysia and their impact on financial performance.
Methods: Using a random effects model, the study evaluates the relationship between carbon footprint and financial metrics, including Return on Assets (ROA), Return on Equity (ROE), and Return on Investment (ROI).
Results: The findings indicate that the null hypotheses for these financial indicators are accepted, suggesting no significant impact.
Conclusions: These insights highlight the need for more comprehensive strategies to enhance environmental and financial outcomes
Chinese Narratives in Contemporary Indonesian Film
No full textThe year 1998 represents a critical juncture in the historical trajectory of Indonesia, marked by the zenith of anti-Chinese sentiment and discrimination. During this epoch, the nation bore witness to a precipitous surge in violence, resulting not only in the loss of hundreds of lives within the Indonesian Chinese community but also precipitating the demise of the Suharto regime and the dissolution of the New Order regime (1966-1998). The ensuing aftermath of this tumultuous period served as a harbinger for profound socio-political metamorphosis. Subsequent to protracted subjugation under successive regimes, the ethnic Chinese populace experienced a cultural renaissance during the era of 'reformasi.' This resurgence manifested prominently within the cultural milieu, notably in the realm of cinematic expression. Particularly salient was the rejuvenation of ethnic Chinese filmmaking, hitherto subjected to over three decades of cultural erasure and forced assimilation. As regulatory constraints on media relaxed and the pendulum of cultural identity swung back, Chinese-themed films emerged as a substantive manifestation of renewed focus on the narratives of Chinese Indonesians. Filmmakers of note, including Nia Dinata, Riri Riza, and Nan Achnas, imbued their works, such as "Ca-bau-kan" (2002), "Gie" (2005), and "The Photograph" (2007), with the cultural resurgence witnessed during this period. At the core of this cinematic renaissance were the contributions of filmmakers such as Edwin, an avant-garde luminary within the Indonesian cinematic milieu. Commencing his trajectory with short film productions, Edwin transitioned to the creation of feature-length films, including "Blind Pig Who Wants to Fly" (2008) and "Postcards from the Zoo" (2012). Within the crucible of this transformative epoch, Edwin, alongside his contemporaries, played a pivotal role in the dialectical evolution of narrative paradigms. This book seeks to undertake a comprehensive exploration of the nuanced connotations encapsulated within the rubrics of 'Chinese films' and 'Chineseness,' as discernible in contemporary Indonesian cinema. Focusing on the early 2000s, a temporal framework characterized by the cinematic oeuvre of key indigenous filmmakers, this scholarly endeavor aspires to scrutinize the hybridized experiences of the ethnic Chinese minority in Indonesia through the lenses of cinematic narrative, thematic inquiry, and stylistic articulation.
Of particular pertinence is the examination of Edwin as a distinctive case study, elucidating an idiosyncratic approach that diverges from the modus operandi of indigenous Indonesian filmmakers. By interweaving personal experiential narratives and embracing an 'accented' stylistic ethos, Edwin adeptly navigates the intricate tapestry of being Chinese in Indonesia. This book contends that, whereas indigenous filmmakers proffer narratives of the Chinese experience from an external vantage point, Edwin, through an introspective lens, captures the nuances of trauma, fragmentation, dislocatedness, and hybridity inherent to the Chinese experience in Indonesia, thereby furnishing a nuanced and authentic portrayal of a community in a state of flux
DR.MAHATHIR MOHAMAD'S RHETORICAL APPEALS IN SPEECHES ON HUMANITARIAN THEMES
No full textThis study examined how Dr. Mahathir Mohamad employed Aristotelian rhetorical appeals and sub themes in six speeches on humanitarian theme during his second term as Prime Minister of Malaysia. Employing Braun and Clarke’s (2008) thematic analysis, findings reveal a dominant
reliance on pathos (61.81%) over logos (27.45%) and ethos (10.74%) which highlight Dr. Mahathir’s strategic use of emotional engagement to mobilize empathy for pressing humanitarian issues such as refugee crises, global solidarity, and environmental justice. Three overarching
themes emerge which are critique of Western hegemony, Malaysia’s distinct approach vis-à-vis Western powers, and calls for an equitable international framework. The sub themes reflect how rhetorical strategies can shape discourses on global crises. These results contribute to the broader scholarship on political rhetoric by illustrating how emotion-driven appeals and nationalist positioning can influence policy debates and galvanize international support. Practically, they suggest that leaders seeking to promote humanitarian reforms might prioritize emotive rhetoric and culturally resonant themes to strengthen calls for fairer global governance. Future research could expand this analysis to a wider range of Dr. Mahathir’s speeches and compare them across different political contexts to refine understanding of how rhetorical approaches evolve in response to shifting global humanitarian challenges
Exploring Large Language Models in Gamified Environments : A Systematic Literature Review
No full textThis systematic literature review (2020–2025) explores how the convergence of Large Language Models (LLMs), such as GPT-3.5, with gamification redefines traditional engagement paradigms. Unlike prior studies that examined LLMs and gamification separately, this review offers novel insights into their integration, highlighting how LLMs enable dynamic storytelling, realistic behavioural simulations, and adaptive user interactions that surpass static point-and-badge systems. A total of 718 articles from Scopus, IEEE Xplore, ScienceDirect, and ACM Digital Library were screened, with 27 meeting the inclusion criteria for detailed analysis. Key applications identified include intelligent non-player characters (NPCs), adaptive educational feedback, and embodied digital avatars for social simulations. While LLMs enhance personalisation and immersion, challenges such as content hallucination, ethical risks, and output inconsistency persist. This review provides a comprehensive synthesis of these opportunities and challenges, offering critical directions for researchers and designers to harness LLMs in gamified environments responsibly
Coalition Rule by Pakatan Harapan, 2018- 2020: Key Consociational Lessons
No full textThis article reassesses Pakatan Harapan’s (PH) 2018–2020 experience through Lijphart’s consociational framework. A qualitative approach is applied, triangulating semi-structured elite interviews with documentary sources and
news reports. Findings show that PH built a broad grand coalition across ethnic and regional lines, applied corrective proportionality by granting Malay-based parties disproportionate cabinet weight to secure ethnic legitimacy, relied on improvised rather than institutionalised segmental autonomy and treated mutual veto as informal bargaining rather than a binding safeguard. These design choices produced short-term legitimacy but weak internal cohesion, leaving the coalition vulnerable to defections, culminating in the ‘Sheraton Move.’ The study provides an empirically grounded account of Malaysia’s post-BN hegemonic coalition governance and demonstrates how inclusion without enforceable rules limits the durability of consociational arrangements