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Fluctuation Price Sell Palm Farmers and Impact Socioeconomic Society Farmer Palm Oil in Rokan Hilir Regency Province Riau
Authors: Indra Indra , Sukmana Oman , Wahyudi Wahyudi , Fachrina Yennita
Published: May 2024

Oil palm is the prima donna commodity of plantation crops in this area. Based on data from the Indonesian Ministry of Agriculture, in 2023, Riau Province was recorded as having an oil palm plantation area of 2.87 million hectares or 20.68 per cent of the total area of oil palm plantations spread across 26 provinces in Indonesia. Riau Province occupies the first position as the province in Indonesia which has the largest area of oil palm plantations in Indonesia. In the 11 year period (2011-2021), the area of oil palm plantations in Riau Province increased by 49.07%. This research discusses the impact of fluctuations in the selling price of palm fruit on the socio-economic conditions of palm oil farming communities in Rokan Hilir Regency, Riau Province. The research was conducted using primary data and secondary data, as well as descriptive analysis methods. The research results show that fluctuations in the selling price of palm fruit have a significant impact on income, employment and social conditions of the community. Based on these findings, it is recommended that the Government can provide offers and encourage the development of derivative products from palm oil to maintain the stability of farmers' selling prices for palm oil. This research provides important insights for government policy in improving the welfare of oil palm farming communities in the region.
Budget Knowledge and Board Performance in Regional Financial Supervision: Professional Commitment as Moderating
Authors: Hardianto Hardianto , Sukmana Oman , Wahyudi Wahyudi
Published: May 2024

The Regional People's Representative Council (DPRD) of Riau Province plays a crucial role in supervising regional finances, necessitating comprehensive competencies among its members. This study examines the impact of budget knowledge on DPRD's performance in financial oversight, with professional commitment as a moderating factor. Quantitative methods and PLS Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) are employed for analysis, based on data collected from 65 respondents within the Riau Province DPRD. Findings reveal a positive relationship between budget knowledge and performance of regional financial supervision, indicating that enhanced budget literacy among council members correlates with improved oversight effectiveness. Additionally, professional commitment positively influences supervision performance, highlighting the significance of individual dedication to the council's responsibilities. However, professional commitment as a moderating variable does not significantly affect the relationship between budget knowledge and supervision performance. This suggests that while individual commitment is vital, it does not substantially alter the impact of budget knowledge on oversight performance. The study underscores the importance of equipping DPRD members with adequate budget knowledge to enhance financial oversight efficacy, emphasizing the need for distinct professional commitment to council duties over partisan affiliations.
Evaluation of Merit System Policy Implementation in the Selection for High Leadership Positions within the Riau Provincial Government
Authors: Ridwan Ikhwan , Sukmana Oman , Wahyudi Wahyudi
Published: May 2024

This article discusses the evaluation of merit system policies in the implementation of selection for High Leadership Positions in Regional Government Agencies. According to Law Number 5 of 2014 concerning State Civil Apparatus (ASN Law) has brought a new foundation in bureaucratic reform of apparatus resources. This law brings a breath of change to create an apparatus that is professional, has integrity, is neutral and free from political interests. This topic is important because, so far, research on JPT selection is still dominated by matters of administrative and procedural suitability. In fact, the merit system in the theory of meritocracy and Weberian bureaucracy emphasizes aspects of transparency and equal access for each candidate. Therefore, it is important to carry out research regarding studies of equality of access and career opportunities in JPT selection at the Regional Government Agency level. This research data was obtained through literature study in the form of a literature review. The author found that there are non-merit aspects in the JPT selection process in several Regional Government Agencies studied. The author recommends the need to develop a JPT selection model that prioritizes the merit aspect for better bureaucracy. The implementation of the JPT Pratama open selection within the Riau Provincial Government has been running in accordance with Perman PAN-RB Number 13 of 2014. However, the implementation of this policy has not fully met expectations, because ASN interest and motivation to take part in the selection is still low.
IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON THE FINANCIAL STABILITY OF COMMERCIAL BANKS IN KENYA
Authors: Mathenge Noah Muthondu , Muniu Joseph
Published: May 2024

Countries worldwide were gripped by the COVID-19 pandemic for the greater part of 2020 and 2021. COVID-19 spread to virtually all nations around the globe, causing a contraction of the global economy, and Kenya was no exception. Governments worldwide deployed social distancing, lockdowns, and curfews, which resulted in employee lay-off, business closure, and suppressed demand for commodities and services, eventually trickling down to commercial banks. The Kenyan banking sector experienced deterioration in asset quality which has been worsening since 2014 when it stood at 5.6 percent, reaching an all-time high of 14.5 percent in 2020 whereas Return on Assets which has also been declining since 2014, stood at 4.46 percent dropped to a record low of 2.07 percent in 2020 during the pandemic. This study, therefore, sought to determine how the financial stability of Kenyan commercial banks has been impacted by the COVID-19 shock. The study sought to specifically establish how both Z-score and capital adequacy of Kenyan commercial banks were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Financial intermediation theory, Capital buffer theory, and Financial Instability Hypothesis anchored the study. The research design embraced was non-experimental, while the financial stability proxy was Z-score. The study’s target population was 19 commercial banks in Kenya between the years 2015 and 2022, which had complete data on all the study variables. Annual bank-level data was obtained from Kenya`s Central Bank`s annual supervision reports from 2015-2022. Event study methodology was used while collecting data whereby, the event window was 2020-2021, the period before the event (COVID-19) was 2015-2019, and the period after the event was 2022. The study espoused a panel vector autoregression model in data analysis where the impulse response functions were generated. The researcher discovered that the COVID-19 pandemic adversely impacted Z-score and capital adequacy. Based on the research findings, the Government of Kenya ought to institute non-disruptive pandemic control measures such as proper hygiene and wearing of masks as opposed to quarantines and lockdowns, which are detrimental to commercial banks' operations and other businesses, ultimately leading to a decline in income for commercial banks. Moreover, since capital acts as a shock absorber for banks, Kenyan commercial banks should strive to achieve and maintain the minimum capital adequacy ratios set by the Central Bank of Kenya. This will ensure that commercial banks in Kenya cushion themselves against economic shocks generated by pandemics such as COVID-19.

 

JEL: E44, E58, G01, G21, G28, G32

 

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THE IMPACT OF FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT ON THE CHANGE IN THAILAND'S INDUSTRIAL STRUCTURE
Authors: Xuchong Yan
Published: May 2024

Foreign direct investment (FDI) has played a significant role in Thailand's economic development. This study utilizes the Vector Error Correction Model (VECM) to analyse the impact of FDI on the change in Thailand's industrial structure. Based on the analysis results of the VECM model, it is evident that the impact of FDI on these changes is slightly smaller than that of the industrial structure itself; it is also positive. Both the industrial structure itself and FDI have long-term positive promoting effects on the change in Thailand's industrial structure. Furthermore, the impact of GDP per capita, imports and exports on changes in the industrial structure is subject to volatility. Initially, GDP per capita, imports, and exports had a short-term positive promoting effect on Thailand's industrial structure change. However, in the long term, the growth of these two economic factors constrains the change in Thailand's industrial structure.

 

JEL: F21; O14; O53; C32; L52

 

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THE DETERMINANTS AND IMPACT OF FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT ON THE ECONOMIC GROWTH OF SIERRA LEONE
Authors: Abu Abdul-Majid , Jalloh Hassan , Abu Mohamed Mustapha
Published: May 2024

This article aims to examine the factors that influence foreign direct investment (FDI) and its effects on Sierra Leone's economic expansion. Understanding the elements that draw foreign direct investment (FDI) and its overall effects on the recipient country's economy is crucial as FDI has long been acknowledged as a driver for economic development in developing nations. This study used a mixed-methods approach to examine the factors influencing foreign direct investment (FDI) in Sierra Leone by analyzing both qualitative and quantitative data. Interviews with important stakeholders, including government officials, foreign investors, and industry experts, are used to analyze factors such as political stability, institutional quality, market size, natural resources, and infrastructure. Secondary data are statistically analyzed to determine the importance of these determinants. In addition, the study evaluates how FDI affects Sierra Leone's economic expansion. Analyzing macroeconomic data like GDP growth, employment rates, trade patterns, and technology transfer are necessary for this research. The research offers a thorough understanding of the direct and indirect effects of FDI on the nation's economy by utilizing both descriptive and econometric methodologies. The results of this study have added to the body of information already available on foreign direct investment (FDI) and its effects on economic growth in developing nations, with a particular emphasis on Sierra Leone. Policymakers, government organizations, and investors will be able to create focused strategies to draw in and maximize the advantages of FDI for sustainable economic development with the help of the results, which offers insightful information.

 

JEL: F21, F23, O55, O11, C83, C18, P48

 

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INTERNAL CONTROL SYSTEMS AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF COMPANIES LISTED IN NAIROBI SECURITIES EXCHANGE
Authors: Muriithi Jane Gathigia , Muigai Robert Gitau
Published: May 2024

Internal control systems involve various methods and measures the organisation takes to safeguard assets, accurately check financial reports, enhance operational efficiency and execute managerial policies to achieve their financial objectives. The study sought to determine how internal control systems influence the financial performance of Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) listed companies in Kenya. Specifically, the study sought to assess the effect of risk assessment, internal control environment and information and communication systems on the financial performance of the listed companies in NSE. The study adopted a descriptive research design. The target population comprised 63 listed companies in NSE as of 30th June 2023. A sample of 39 companies was drawn from the target population using a stratified random sampling technique. The study used primary data collected using structured questionnaires. Data analysis was carried out using descriptive and inferential statistical methods. The results were presented using tables and charts. The study found that internal control systems positively and significantly influenced the financial performance of the listed companies in NSE. The study recommended that to improve the financial performance of these firms, the management needs to determine and implement the optimal combination of effective and efficient internal control mechanisms.

 

JEL: G20; L10; L20; M10

 

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Liquidity, Leverage, and Company Size on Earnings Quality with Profitability as a Moderating Variable
Authors: Pratama Sandyka David Yudha , Alfatihah Najwa , Audistya Syevina , Neliana Tri
Published: May 2024

Research Aims: The aim of this research is to test and analyze the influence of liquidity, leverage and company size on earnings quality using profitability as a moderating variable.
Design/methodology/approach: The population in this study are transportation companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the 2020-2022 period. The sampling technique using purposive sampling technique resulted in 51 company observations. The analysis techniques used are Descriptive Statistical Analysis and Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA) as moderated regression analysis. The data analysis technique uses IBM SPSS Statistics 25 software.).
Research Findings: The results of hypothesis testing show that liquidity and leverage have an effect on earnings quality, while company size has no effect on earnings quality. Profitability moderates the influence of leverage and company size on earnings quality, but is unable to moderate the positive influence of liquidity on earnings quality.
Theoretical Contribution/Originality: The findings of this study may also have implications for further research and policy-making related to financial disclosure and corporate regulation.
Keywords: Liquidity, leverage , company size, profitability, earnings quality
Decision Making to Choose Communication Network System for Teleremote Dozer Operation Using Analytic Hierarchy Process
Authors:   School of Business and Management, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Ichsan Lazuardi , Hermawan Pri ,   School of Business and Management, Institut Teknologi Bandung
Published: May 2024

One type of heavy equipment is a mining material pushing tool called a dozer. Dozers generally work in areas near cliffs that are prone to landslides, where these areas can be classified as dangerous areas. New technology is needed to increase the safety of dozer operators from the threat of danger when operating a dozer. Teleremote dozers are one method that can reduce the risk of accidents that can happen to dozer operators. Instead of operating the dozer from inside the cabin, the operator operates the dozer via a remote control device. There is an important aspect in operating a teleremote dozer, namely the need for a signal that will transmit data and commands from the remote control to the dozer unit operating in the field. Good and uninterrupted signal quality is the main key to good teleremote dozer operations with minimal risk. The wireless signal network system currently used by companies will enter its obsolete period. However, the old system was tough and not easily damaged. There are strategic options for supporting the signal network for teleremote dozer operations: maintaining the old network system, replacing it with a new one, or using the old and new systems in a hybrid manner. Because there will only be one strategy chosen, a decision must be made. The SWOT AHP method is used for decision making regarding the strategy to be taken. The results of the AHP SWOT will produce a strategy, which will become a benchmark for making subsequent alternatives. Determining alternative types of network systems to support teleremote dozer operations will use the AHP method.
Effect of Stock Market Development on Financial Savings in Tanzania: An Empirical Investigation (1999-2023)
Authors:   Instructor–The Mwalimu Nyerere Memorial Academy–Pemba Campus, P.O. Box 306, Pemba, Zanzibar, Ngofilo Lugwisha Komanya
Published: May 2024

The performance of the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE) since its inception in 1998 followed liberalization of the financial sector in 1991 has been very positive and has also demonstrated that there is huge untapped potential financial capital within the country. For this reason, this study aimed at investigating the impact of stock market development on financial savings in Tanzania from 1999 to 2023 period using quarterly time series data. The study employs econometric analysis in which the error correction model (ECM) is applied to analyze the financial savings function. The overall significant determinants of financial savings included in the model were statistically significant. The results indicated that real GDP in both long run and short run estimation is relevant variable for explaining the variations in the financial savings in Tanzania whereas stock market in terms market capitalization is relevant variable both in the short-run and long run estimation. There is significant evidence that stock market development in Tanzania has negative effect and that it reduces financial savings function in both short run and long-run via market capitalization. The negative effect of stock market development on financial savings might poses problems to the conduct of monetary policy in Tanzania, by failing to correctly target monetary growth in the economy.
The Effect of Financial Information on Decision Making to Purchase Shares Using the TOPSIS Method (Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution)
Authors:   Department of Accounting, Faculty of Economic and Business, Syiahkuala University, Mutia Riezha , Diantimala Yossi ,   Department of Accounting, Faculty of Economic and Business, Syiahkuala University, Yusmita Fifi ,   Department of Accounting, Faculty of Economic and Business, Syiahkuala University
Published: May 2024

In making stock investment decisions, it is important for investors to perform certain calculations and analyzes in order to be able to assess how well the performance of the issuer (company), with the aim of getting the expected rate of return and being able to minimize investment risk. This study was conducted to find out how the decisions that will be made by investors on buying shares on the Indonesia Stock Exchange using fundamental analysis. The difference between this study and previous research is that it adds a Positive Ideal Solution (PIS) and a Negative Ideal Solution (NIS) from financial information indicators ( Dept to Equity Ratio, Return on Equity, Net Profit Margin, Return On Assets, Earning Per Share, Price Earning Ratio). , and Price Book Value ) using the TOPSIS method. The sample in this study uses securities listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange as many as 94 securities. The results showed that the Dept to Equity Ratio, Return On Assets, Earning Per Share, Price Earning Ratio, and Price Book Value had a significant effect on stock purchase decisions, while Return on Equity and Net Profit Margin had no effect on stock purchase decisions.
Implementation of Preventive Maintenance Management on Multiline Wrapping Machines to Squirt the Production Process at PT Yili Indonesia Diary
Authors:   Industrial Engineering Study Program, Faculty of Engineering Pelita Bangsa University, Roni Dede , Arsanti Atika Dwi ,   Industrial Engineering Study Program, Faculty of Engineering Pelita Bangsa University, Bulqis Elaeys Mulia ,   Industrial Engineering Study Program, Faculty of Engineering Pelita Bangsa University, Alfaridzi Revryand ,   Industrial Engineering Study Program, Faculty of Engineering Pelita Bangsa University, Wiyatno Tri Ngudi ,   Industrial Engineering Study Program, Faculty of Engineering Pelita Bangsa University
Published: May 2024

PT. Yili Indonesia Diary is a manufacturing company that produces ice cream under the Joyday brand. The problem that occurs is that there are packaging defects resulting from the packaging machine, namely Multiline Wrapping. Maintenance management is interpreted as an appropriate strategy to manage when maintenance must be carried out on machines. Therefore, the production process in the factory will not be hampered as long as the machine runs smoothly. Preventative maintenance needs to be carried out as the first step so that the machine is always ready to use and can avoid significant damage. The aim of this research is to analyze the implementation of preventive maintenance management on Multiline Wrapping machines. Qualitative research methods were adopted in this research and data were collected through observation, documentation and literature study. The research results explain that the machine maintenance strategy, especially for Multiline Wrapping machines at PT Yili Indonesia Diary, includes, among other things, Preventive Maintenance, Machine Repair, Replacement, and Opportunity Maintenance. Machine maintenance is very important because it can speed up the production process.
Evaluation of Sensory Characteristics of Rubber Tree (Hevea Brasiliensis) Sawdust and Leaves as Alternative Biofuels
Authors:   STEM students, MBHTE-Concepcion National High School, Ramos Adrian R. , S. Acuña Hazel Ann ,   STEM students, MBHTE-Concepcion National High School, P. Ramirez Jayka Vielenar ,   STEM students, MBHTE-Concepcion National High School, Palmes Regine B. ,   STEM students, MBHTE-Concepcion National High School, Kolong Anwar I. ,   SST-I, MBTE- Concepcion National High School
Published: May 2024

In the face of rising fuel costs and environmental concerns, the need for alternate energy sources is growing. Charcoal, generated from animal and vegetable sources, has emerged as a viable alternative fuel. Briquetting, which compresses organic materials into compact briquettes, offers an environmentally responsible solution for waste management and energy production in the Philippines. Basilan, noted for its agricultural methods, generates a substantial amount of agricultural waste, including rubberwood sawdust (RBS) and Rubber Tree Leaves which is perfect for briquette production due to its lignocellulose content. Charcoal briquettes, made of charcoal fines and binder, are an economical, smokeless, and long-lasting fuel option which may poses sustainable solution as the conventional method of charcoal manufacture, which involves tree felling, poses ecological concerns. This exploratory experimental design study investigates the viability and possibility of utilizing biocharcoal from dried leaves of rubber trees and rubberwood sawdust (Hevea brasiliensis) as an environmentally benign and cost-effective option. This study intends to create a sustainable cooking fuel alternative to standard charcoal by reusing agricultural trash. The study aims to developed briquettes and assesses their physical characteristics such durability, efficiency, kindling time, burning time, and heating quality to three identified evaluators. Overall, the positive responses from those who were interviewed shed light on the promising potential of rubber sawdust charcoal briquettes (x̄=4.8 (liked very much)) and rubber tree leaves (x̄=4.23 (liked very much)) as a viable and environmentally friendly energy source for applications involving heating and cooking. Due to limited laboratory apparatuses, researchers recommended for a further evaluation of the developed briquettes such doing proximate analysis (e.g. measuring the moisture and ash content) established strong data to support the existing data.
The Role of Brand Loyalty in The Relationship Between Marketing Through Social Media to Purchase Intentions of Cosmetic Products: The Perspective of Female College Students in Makassar City, Indonesia
Authors:   Department of Digital Business, Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia, Ashdaq Muhammad , Alam Syamsu ,   Department of Digital Business, Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia, Aris Valentino ,   Department of Digital Business, Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia, Mandasari Nur Fitriayu ,   Department of Management, Universitas Sulawesi Barat, Indonesia
Published: May 2024

Female College Students are a interesting market for the cosmetic industry in marketing their products. This study aims to identify the effect of social media marketing activity on the purchase intention of cosmetic through brand loyalty. The respondents of this study were female university students in Makassar City, South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia, who were followers of cosmetic brand social media accounts. The research hypothesis was analysed using Structural Equation Modelling using SPSS_AMOS 23 program. The results based on 288 samples showed that social media marketing directly had a significant effect on cosmetic brand loyalty, brand loyalty directly had a significant impact on purchase intentions of cosmetic products, marketing through Social media does not have a substantial effect on the purchase intention of cosmetic products, marketing through social media has a significant impact on the purchase intention of cosmetic products through brand loyalty. These results indicate that although marketing through social media does not substantially impact female college students' purchase intentions, this effect will be significantly mediated by loyalty to cosmetic brands. Therefore, brand loyalty needs to be appropriately managed to increase the purchase intention of cosmetic products among female college students in Makassar City, Indonesia.
The Impact of The Use of Sukuk as A Financing Tool on Small and Micro Projects in Egypt
Authors: Y. Ghouname Mohamed Akmal , M. Elseify Prof. Dr. Elsayed , Elsherif prof.Dr.Marwa
Published: May 2024

The research aims to investigate and study the impact of using sukuk as a financing tool on small and micro projects in Egypt by testing the hypothesis that there is a statistically significant impact of the value of Egyptian sukuk on the loans to small and micro enterprises during the period (2011-2022). The data were collected from the Central Bank of Egypt, Central Agency for Public Mobilization, World Bank, Economic Reports for Egypt and Statistics of annual reports during the period, and were subsequently analyzed using descriptive analytical method. Accordingly, the findings indicated that the impact of the independent variable of the value of the Egyptian sukuk on the dependent variable of loans to small and micro enterprises was significant at the level of 0.01.and It was found that whenever the value of Egyptian sukuk increased by 1%. The loans to small and micro projects increased by 0.006392%.
English Language Policy in Cyprus under the British Empire Period and it is Impact on Current Sustainable Education Policies
Authors:   English Language Teaching, Faculty of Educational Sciences, Final International University, Girne, Mersin/Türkiye ORCID ID: 0000-0003-3430-0194., Uysal Merve
Published: May 2024

In this research, the foreign language education policy of Cyprus, which was under British rule between 1878 and 1960, with a special reference to the English Language and its reflection on the present day were examined. The study on the period in question is based on a qualitative analysis of British archival documents and domestic sources. As the history of Cyprus, it is still possible to see especially traces of the education policy formulated by the British who ruled the island in the 19th and 20th centuries. In the early years, relatively minor attempts at colonialism were made compared to other British colonies, as the British gave the colonies the autonomy to govern their own languages and educational systems. The influence of the colonial power’s language, particularly in the Cypriot education system, started to be noticed after the 1930s when the political agenda changed and the British attitude changed. As a result, during the colonial period of the United Kingdom in Cyprus, the British tried to bring the education of the society, which was obtained as a result of education, to a common point by gathering it in a central structure.
Reconstruction of Investigation Regulations in Absentia Criminal Corruption Cases in Indonesia Based on Justice Values
Authors:   Faculty of Law, Sultan Agung Islamic University, Semarang, Wahyuningsih Sri Endah , Wibowo Adi ,   Doctoral Program, Faculty of Law, Sultan Agung Islamic University, Semarang, Bawono Bambang Tri ,   Faculty of Law, Sultan Agung Islamic University, Semarang, H. R. Mahmutarom ,   Faculty of Law, Wahid Hasyim University, Semarang
Published: May 2024

Regulations for eradicating Corruption Crimes in Indonesia have regulated the examination of cases without the presence of the defendant in Court, however examinations at the investigation stage are not regulated, thus having an impact on the effectiveness of eradicating criminal acts of corruption. The aim of this research is to analyze the regulations for investigating cases of corruption crimes that have not been fair and to explore the weaknesses in the rules for investigating in absentia cases of criminal acts of corruption in Indonesia which are based on the value of justice. The paradigm used in this research is the Constructivism Paradigm, a type of normative juridical research and the research approach used is a statutory approach, a case approach, using primary and secondary data. The research results were analyzed using qualitative descriptive methods. The results of research into in absentia investigations into cases of criminal acts of corruption can give rise to differences in interpretation among law enforcement officials ranging from Investigators, Public Prosecutors to Judges, each of whom has inherent authority in examining cases of criminal acts of corruption, especially in examining cases involving prospective witnesses. suspects, suspects and defendants are not present even though they have been legally summoned without giving a proper and reasonable reason, the legal vacuum regulating in absentia investigations of corruption cases can be used by perpetrators of corruption crimes to evade the law enforcement process by running away and can be used as an excuse not to continue the investigation and transfer the case from the investigator to the public prosecutor and can be used as a reason to refuse prosecution by the Public Prosecutor. To realize the eradication of criminal acts of corruption based on the value of justice, it is necessary to reconstruct the regulations for investigations in absentia in the Law on the Eradication of Corruption Crimes by regulating 1) the exclusion of examining witnesses before being named as suspects with conditions; 2) waiver of examination of the suspect with conditions; 3) procedures/mechanisms for examining cases without the presence of the suspect; 4) waiver of handover of responsibility for the case from the investigator to the public prosecutor without the presence of the suspect with conditions; and 5) restrictions on case examinations that can be carried out without the presence of the suspect.
Prospects for Multicultural Encounters and Identification Processes - Insights from Case Studies among Migrants in Brazil
Authors:   Tutor at Public Policy Analysis online course for LSE- the London School of Economics and Political Science, through GetSmarter Education, Khoury Dr Aline
Published: May 2024

This paper analyses how multicultural encounters have shaped groupism processes and notions of identities among migrants in contemporary Brazil. To do that, the paper contextualises the particular sense of hybridity built in the Brazilian multiculturalism approach, and how it enabled certain encounters and senses of belonging beyond nationhood-oriented groupism and sometimes beyond ethnicity-oriented groupism. The paper brings insights from a fieldwork study held among a hundred migrants living in the two main charity shelters in Sao Paulo-Brazil, demonstrating how these individuals operate different senses of belonging through encounters according to different aims. It explains how they operate their belonging to migrant categories (and the vulnerabilities associated with it) for claiming for dignity, rights and access to basic services in Brazil. The paper also explains how these migrants operate other belongings beyond such migrant status and nationality categories (such as belongings related to gender, age, language, profession, religion, etc.) in other encounters with different aims and dynamics. Overall, the paper also aims to contribute to scrutinising the reified concept of 'group' which dominates mainstream literature, indicating how the perspective of encounters might allow us to identify more fluid and spontaneous categories which seem to better comprehend contemporary multicultural relations.
A Effective Parenting Techniques for Nurturing Children's Emotional Readiness for School
Authors:   Early Childhood Education Undergraduate Study Program, Mataram University, Mataram, Indonesia (1), Habibi MA Muazar
Published: May 2024

Parenting is a fascinating topic due to the variety of approaches used by parents. Each parenting style has unique characteristics and impacts. This paper aims to highlight the importance of effective parenting in fostering children's emotional readiness for school. The research employs a literature review method, examining sources such as books and scholarly journal articles relevant to the topic. Findings indicate that while various parenting styles can be applied, some are more effective in developing children's emotional intelligence.
Pragmatic Choice of Diction and Deictic Elements in Select Covid-19 Media Discourse in Nigeria
Authors:   Department of Languages and Communication Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti Nigeria, Ayokunle Osakinle, Patrick , Ibitoye Ibitoye ,   Department of Languages and Communication Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti Nigeria, Folasade Anthonia ,   Department of Languages and Communication Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti Nigeria, Abolarin-Egbebiola AF ,   Department of Languages and Communication Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti Nigeria
Published: May 2024

Recent scholarly works on Covid-19 media discourse and medical discourse have only focused on the use of neologisms within the context of the Covid-19 pandemic and language use that investigates communication and exchange of shared background knowledge as important factors between doctors and their patients. This paper investigates the pragmatic choice of words and the various contexts in which deictic elements have been employed by members of Nigeria's Presidential Task Force on Covid-19 to convey meaning with the public. As a pragmatic study, attention is given to the mood aspect, using Halliday's Systemic Functional Linguistics (SFL) to elicit the potential motivations behind the pragmatic choice of words of the speakers. This paper analyses a total of 92 utterances from four speeches of the Nigeria's Presidential Task Force on Covid-19 members delivered at one of their live telecast press briefings on Tuesday, 27th April 2020, were taped and transcribed for analysis. The utterances were analysed with antconc software, which provided a frequency tally of the specific deictic elements used in the speeches. The findings of this study on the one hand, indicate that speakers at the press briefing used person deixis such as I, We, and Us in both inclusive and exclusive contexts to demonstrate pity for the public and to pragmatically connect with the public as if both the speech producers and the public are engaged in a serious battle against Covid-19. On the other hand, our grammatical analysis revealed the use of military diction, leading the researcher to conclude that the members of the Nigerian Presidential Task Force on Covid-19 assume State authority for themselves.
Analysis of Transformational Leadership on Employee Performance with Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) as an Intervening Variable
Authors:   Master of Business Administration Study Program, FISIP, Diponegoro University, Semarang – Indonesia, Sutanto Yos , Dewi Reni Shinta ,   Department of Business Administration, FISIP, Diponegoro University, Semarang – Indonesia, . Ngatno ,   Department of Business Administration, FISIP, Diponegoro University, Semarang – Indonesia
Published: May 2024

Employee performance is an important factor in the success of a company. Transformational leadership is a leadership style that is effective in improving employee performance. Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB), which includes voluntary behavior that contributes to organizational effectiveness, is also considered important in the context of organizational functioning. This research was conducted to analyze the influence of transformational leadership on OCB, analyze the influence of transformational leadership on employee performance, analyze the influence of OCB on employee performance, and analyze the influence of transformational leadership on employee performance through OCB. This type of research is quantitative with a survey method. The sample in this research involved 100 employees as respondents. Data analysis technique uses smartPLS. The results of the analysis show that transformational leadership influences OCB, which means that the transformational leadership style encourages employees to behave voluntarily and exceed formal tasks. Transformational leadership influences employee performance, emphasizing the importance of the role of leaders who can inspire and motivate their subordinates to achieve better results. OCB influences employee performance, indicating that employee voluntary behavior makes a positive contribution to achieving organizational goals. OCB mediates the influence of transformational leadership on employee performance. Suggestions that can be given in this research are that in order to increase OCB, employees should provide each other with information about work with members of other teams, so that employee performance will increase.
Determining Factors of Bank Profitability in Indonesia and Malaysia
Authors:   Student, Faculty of Economics, Gunadarma University, West Java, Indonesia, Laras Citra , Medyawati Henny ,   Lecturer, Faculty of Economics, Gunadarma University, West Java, Indonesia
Published: May 2024

This stutdy analyzes the influence of financial technology on profitability in banks Indonesia and Malaysia for the 2017-2022. The influence of financial technology in this research is measured by the frequency of ATM, internet banking, mobile banking and E-Money transactions as independent variables, while bank profitability is measured by return on assets as the dependent variable. The type of data used is quantitative data. The data source used in this research is secondary data in the form of financial reports published on the banking company’s official website. Purposive sampling was used to select five banks in Indonesia as samples. The analysis technique in this research uses Smart PLS 3.0 by analysing the inner model such as the coefficient of determination and hypothesis testing. The research result show that partially, ATM transactions have no effect on ROA in banks Indonesia and Malaysia, internet banking transactions have a positive effect on ROA in banks Indonesia but have no effect on banks in Malaysia, mobile banking transactions have a negative effect on ROA in banks Indonesia and Malaysia, E- Money transactions have no effect on ROA in banks Indonesia but have a significant positive effect on banks in Malaysia. Simultaneously, ATM transactions, internet banking, mobile banking and E-Money influence ROA in banking Indonesia and Malaysia
A Study on the Impacts of ‘Youtube’ as an Earning Platform on the Motivation Factors of Generation Z in the Workplace
Authors:   School of Management & Business MILA University, 71800 Putera Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, Thiagararan Komathi
Published: May 2024

Motivation’ has been proposed as one of the significant and effective methods for handling employee related issues in an organization since the 18th century, when Industrial Revolution (IR) 1.0 transformed the livelihood of people. Human resource practitioners and scholars, through their past studies and research from different eras of time, have identified various factors that motivate the employees. As humans are complex, various motivation theories have been developed by the researchers to understand people’s motivation better from different perspectives including their needs. Studies have indicated that various employee-related issues including employee turnover, organizational commitment, employee retention have been resolved through implementing the recommended motivation factors. This whole scenario was effective enough for the prevailing generations including Baby boomers, Gen X and Gen Y, as in most of the cases, issues arise from either the employees or the management where there was a gap of expectation fulfillment between these two parties only. The key question is, apart from these two parties, how if an external environment factor (refers to social media – YouTube in this study), leave an impact on the motivation factors of employees, especially the Gen Z, who is the first generation stepped onto the globally connected world. The focus of this study is centered on exploring the impacts of ‘YouTube’ as an earning platform on the motivation factors of Gen Z in their workplace.
Changes in Countermovement Vertical Jump Force-Time Metrics Across Different Competitive Levels in Women’s Volleyball
Authors: Cabarkapa Damjana , Cabarkapa Dimitrije , Bankovic Vanja , Long Haiying , Philipp Nicolas , Fry Andrew
Published: May 2024

As one of the most fundamental skills in volleyball, the countermovement vertical jump (CVJ) has been commonly implemented as a non-invasive and time-efficient method for the assessment of lower-body neuromuscular function. The purpose of the present study was to examine differences in CVJ performance between three different competitive levels in female volleyball players (i.e., national team [n=20], professional league [n=16], collegiate [n=16]). While standing on a uni-axial force plate system sampling at 1000 Hz, athletes performed three maximal-effort CVJs with no arm swing (i.e., hands on the hips during the entire movement). Each jump was separated by a 10-15 second rest interval to minimize the possible influence of fatigue. Significantly greater eccentric braking impulse, peak velocity, peak force, mean and peak power, vertical jump height, reactive strength index-modified, countermovement depth, and shorter braking phase, eccentric duration, and contraction times were observed for the national team and professional players when compared to collegiate athletes. Also, national team players demonstrated significantly greater eccentric braking impulse, peak velocity, mean and peak power, reactive strength index-modified, and countermovement depth than professional volleyball players. However, during the concentric phase of the CVJ, the only significant differences observed were between national team players and collegiate athletes, where national team players exhibited significantly greater peak velocity, impulse, and mean and peak power. Thus, it can be concluded that higher-level players may be more capable of effectively utilizing the eccentric phase of the CVJ and executing the stretch-shortening action more rapidly, which contributes to better CVJ height.
A visualidade no ensino de Geometria no Ensino Médio
Authors: Maciel Clara de Mello , Grützmann Thaís Philipsen
Published: May 2024

A pesquisa aqui apresentada é uma síntese da dissertação defendida no Programa de Pós-Graduação em Educação Matemática do Instituto de Física e Matemática da Universidade Federal de Pelotas. É uma pesquisa qualitativa e possui como objetivo geral investigar a potencialidade da visualidade na aprendizagem da Geometria, a partir de uma sequência de atividades. A fundamentação teórica está alicerçada nas ideias de Boaler sobre Mentalidades Matemáticas e os aspectos visuais. O público-alvo foi uma turma do 3º ano do Ensino Médio, de uma escola pública na cidade de Ijuí-RS. As atividades foram aplicadas nos meses de agosto e setembro de 2021, a partir de uma sequência didática com oito questões. Os dados foram produzidos e coletados por intermédio do Google Formulário e foram analisados a partir da Análise de Conteúdo. A partir das questões definiram-se três categorias: “Imagem necessária”; “Imagem desnecessária” e “Sem imagem”. Como resultados, obteve-se que é necessário trabalhar mais com abordagens da matemática visual, instigando os alunos a um pensamento visual e que a escola é um local potencializador para este tipo de abordagem. Ainda, que é preciso estimular e incentivar os estudantes a desenvolveram uma mentalidade de crescimento em relação a Matemática. Conclui-se que esta abordagem ainda é recente na área do ensino da Matemática, carecendo de novas pesquisas.
Perlindungan Hukum Terhadap Perempuan Dan Anak Di Tinjau Dari Hukum Humaniter Internasional
Authors: Latubual Godlief Niclas Wenetama , Wattimena Josina Augustina Yvonne , Hanafi Irma Halimah
Published: May 2024

Introduction: As a result of the prolonged conflict between Israel and Palestine, many children and women who have been affected by this conflict have suffered and even died as a result of this war. This unresolved conflict has resulted in a large number of victims from civil society from year to year and is increasing, especially children. Children who should have the right to grow and develop naturally when the war rages all their rights become victims of war, children's rights to grow up are violated without any mercy towards them, whatever the reason for the conflict, this act is a crime against humanity. and violations of children's rights.Purposes of the Research: This writing aims to analyze and find out the legal arrangements for women and children in armed conflicts in terms of international humanitarian law, to analyze and find out the forms of legal protection for women and children in armed conflicts, and as one of the requirements in completing studies at the University Law Faculty Pattimura.Methods of the Research: Normative research method with the type of research is qualitative analysis. The problem approach used is the statute approach, the conceptual approach and the case approach. The sources of legal materials used are Primary legal materials, Secondary legal materials, and Tertiary legal materials and are used as a technique for collecting legal materials, then processing and analyzing legal materials through methods of interpretation, harmonization, systematic and legal discovery.Results of the Research: The results of the study indicate that the legal arrangements for women and children in armed conflict are reviewed from international humanitarian law, namely Additional Protocol II of 1977 concerning the Protection of Victims of Non-International Armed Conflicts, which in Article 4 stipulates that everyone is not directly involved or is no longer involved. in a non-international armed conflict must be treated humanely and no distinction should be made that is detrimental to them. Provisions of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) Article 4 which requires that even in a precarious public situation, fundamental non-derogable rights must still be respected.