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International Journal of Public Policy

International Journal of Public Policy (IJPP)

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International Journal of Public Policy (2 papers in press)

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  • Local Politics and Expenditure Allocation: The Case of Indonesia in the Period 2012-2016   Order a copy of this article
    by Hefrizal Handra, Raden Yudi Prawira Anjaya, Efa Yonnedi 
    Abstract: Local political variables are one of the factors that influence local government expenditure allocations. This study aims to analyze how local political dynamics, represented by two key variables the political closeness (executive-legislative alignment) and the term in office of the local head affect local government expenditure. This research uses panel data analysis comprising 456 districts in Indonesia during the period of 20122016. The results show that political closeness significantly affects the budget allocation for capital expenditures, but not for personnel expenditures or for social assistance. Meanwhile, the term in office has a significant effect on changes in personnel expenditure, but not on changes in capital expenditure or social assistance.
    Keywords: public finance; government expenditure; budgeting; expenditure allocation; local politics; local government.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJPP.2025.10077440
     
  • International Humanitarian Law and the Application of Customary Rules   Order a copy of this article
    by Besnik Murati, Arta Dauti 
    Abstract: Objectives: This scientific paper examines international humanitarian law and the application of customary rules applicable within international law, with particular emphasis on their significance during periods of war and armed conflicts, in which civilian populations are the most affected. Purpose: The primary aim of this study is to analyses the role of international humanitarian law in the protection of human rights, especially the rights of civilian populations, during wars and armed conflicts. Results: The findings of this study are elaborated within the context of the function and role of international humanitarian law, particularly in situations where wars and armed conflicts exceed the human dimension. In such circumstances, the importance of customary law and international humanitarian law proves to be indispensable. Conclusions: International humanitarian law and customary law constitute a fundamental basis for the legal regulation of armed conflicts, particularly in cases where conventional norms are absent or insufficient.
    Keywords: international humanitarian law; customary law; armed conflicts; civilian population; implementation of rules.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJPP.2026.10079435
     

 

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