Nationalism in the Border Zone

Sebatik Island in North Kalimantan is at the forefront directly bordering Malaysia. This island is divided into two parts with its borders between Malaysia and Indonesia.

KOMPAS/RADITYA HELABUMI (RAD)

Haji Abu Ubaedah

Haji Abu Ubaedah, 67, has faithfully preserved the spirit of nationalism in his Muslim students. With the Mutiara Bangsa Islamic Boarding School in Nunukan regency, North Kalimantan, he strives to nurture patriotism and tolerance among his students, who are mostly children of migrant workers.