Proceedings of the International Seminar on Border Region (INTSOB 2023)

Conference: Proceedings of the International Seminar on Border Region (INTSOB 2023)
Date: 20-23 February 2023
Location: Selangor, Malaysia (Hybrid)
Website: https://intsob.com

The editorial team is honored and thrilled to introduce this lavish volume, which serves as both a creative representation of scholarly wisdom and a testament to the proceedings of “The 7th International Seminar on Border Region Border Sustainability: Community Empowerment in the Post-COVID-19 Era.” The era of globalization as the inspiration for this seminar has, in numerous ways, reshaped the conversation surrounding border. While some countries advocate for state centrism, which views the functionality of borders as barriers to the entrance of “others,” some countries view borders as bridges for closer human connectivity, a functional tool for combating racism. Globalization created a balance between; borders now act as filters that permit significant connections between people while keeping threats out. However, the novel COVID-19 disease has unprecedentedly triggered border closures worldwide; humanity, logistics, governance, security, and public health-related issues have redefined borders. This seminar enhances the development of the COVID-19 disease situation and the resulting impact on borders and advocates for the sustainability of the open borders system post-COVID-19.

Within this esteemed volume, a splendid tapestry of interdisciplinary knowledge and ideas unfolds, encompassing a wealth of dynamic subjects ready to ignite and captivate the intellectual imagination, including Humanity, International Studies, Law, Social Work, Education, Women’s Studies, Hospitality, Tourism, Governance: Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, Local government, Urban and City Planning, Environment.

As the editorial team, we have taken great care in selecting and assembling this collection of scholarly works, aiming for a comprehensive, intellectually stimulating, and insightful compilation. We are confident that you, our esteemed readers, will find a source of intellectual enrichment within these pages, offering inspiration for your creative pursuits. We would like to express our deep appreciation to the contributors, reviewers, and organizers whose unwavering commitment and collaborative efforts have breathed life into this publication, shedding light on our collective comprehension of the challenges facing business and public administration in the post-pandemic world. We invite you to embark on an exciting voyage of exploration and enlightenment within this invaluable collection of wisdom and knowledge from the international conference. We are confident that the rich tapestry of expertise herein will illuminate your path, spark your curiosity, and satiate your thirst for knowledge in our constantly evolving world. With our warmest and most sincere regards, we welcome you to join us on this intellectual journey.

Mohd Kamarulnizam bin Abdullah
Mohd Zakhiri bin Md. Nor
Irma Rachmawati Maruf