Misguided Democracy in Malaysia and Indonesia: Digital Propaganda in Southeast Asia

by Nuurrianti Jalli, Ika Idris

Misguided Democracy in Malaysia and Digital Propaganda in Southeast Asia examines the weaponization of the internet in Southeast Asia. Nuurrianti Jalli and Ika Idris meticulously unpack the intricate strategies and tactics used by propagandists, state entities, and political factions to manipulate and mislead public opinion through social media. The topics discussed dissect the role disinformation plays in altering electoral behavior, political dialogue, societal unity, regional stability, and global diplomacy. By guiding readers through the convoluted landscape of internet propaganda in Southeast Asia, this book aspires to stimulate thoughtful discourse on the influential role of the digital revolution in molding the future of our societies.

249 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 2, 2023

Reviews

[Sara Sofea · Rating 3 out of 5]

(taken from IG 2024 year-end stories)

This book is freaking insane.

Social media manipulation is covert, and as a society, we’ve not had enough literacy to understand it! Political parties create “anti scam” campaigns, but themselves employ bots, astroturf, and spread propaganda mis/dis information. Is it ever a wonder why media manipulation isn’t taught as scams?!

[pri. · Rating 4 out of 5]

great book about media literacy/propaganda in 2 of these countries but it would be nice if some definitions would not be repeated over and over again each chapters 😩🫩