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Power Networks of Political Families in Southeast Asia: The Enduring Dynastic Influence in Democratic Contexts

JAS (Journal of ASEAN Studies) · Vol. 12 No. 2 (2024) · pp. 413–438

DOI
10.21512/jas.v12i2.12013
ISSN
2338-1353, 2338-1361
Published
2024-04-25
Publisher
Centre for Business and Diplomatic Studies (CBDS) Bina Nusantara University
Language
eng
License
creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0

Abstract

This research systematically analyzed the dynamics of political dynasties in Southeast Asia by uncovering their prevalence, influence, and evolution over the 2009 to 2024 period. Using bibliometric mapping and content analysis, it explored 74 documents across 47 sources, including journals, books, and conference papers, obtained from the Scopus database. The primary objective was to identify thematic trends, blind spots, and the implications of these findings for understanding political stability, governance, and democratic processes in the region. The results highlighted a remarkable concentration of research in Southeast Asia, particularly the Philippines and Indonesia, where entrenched political dynasties shape governance and democratic processes. These countries dominate the literature, reflecting their unique political landscapes and the pervasive influence of familial power structures. In contrast, the lack of research on other Southeast Asian nations such as Brunei, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Timor Leste, and Vietnam highlights a critical gap that leaves the dynamics of political dynasties in these less-studied contexts. The geographic imbalance underscores the need for broader investigations to develop a more inclusive understanding of Southeast Asian political dynasties.

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  • Universitas Ahmad Dahlan
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La Ode Abdul SyukurAffiliation unknown1
Burhan SaidAffiliation unknown1
Marsi Adi PurwadiCenderawasih University1
Maria KbarekCenderawasih University1
Yundi HafizriandaCenderawasih University1
Fajar SusantoAffiliation unknown1
. IrmanAffiliation unknown1
Asmadin SsosiAffiliation unknown1
Muhammad ARAffiliation unknown1
Dedi SaputraAffiliation unknown1
Mariyati MariyatiAffiliation unknown1
Salminawati SalminawatiAffiliation unknown1
Andre Nova FrareraAffiliation unknown1
Nur Khafifah Indriyani BatubaraAffiliation unknown1
Deri WantoAffiliation unknown1
R. RepelitaAffiliation unknown1
Asno Azzawagama FirdausUniversitas Ahmad Dahlan1
Hari MaghfirohAffiliation unknown1
Fahmi SyuhadaAffiliation unknown1
Feri AdriyantoAffiliation unknown1
Miftahul AnwarAffiliation unknown1
Alfian Ma’arifAffiliation unknown1
Joko Slamet SaputroAffiliation unknown1
Haeril HaerilAffiliation unknown1
Rifai RifaiAffiliation unknown1
Muhammad SaukiAffiliation unknown1

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Metadata source: OAI-PMH (metadata jurnal) https://journal.binus.ac.id/index.php/jas/oai, first harvested 8 Nov 2026, last seen 8 Nov 2026.
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