South Korea’s foreign policy in its efforts toward reunification with North Korea is carried out through a peaceful and reconciliatory approach. The Panmunjom Declaration in 2018 marked a significant milestone in reviving peace efforts on the Korean Peninsula. The series of subsequent events reflected a positive perception of one another between the two countries. This study will examine how South Korea has constructed its image of North Korea through the Panmunjom Declaration, as part of its efforts to pursue peace and reunification on the Korean Peninsula. The declaration was followed by several high-level meetings between national leaders, which were expected to lead to positive outcomes. However, by the end of President Moon Jae-in’s term, these efforts toward peace and unity had not been achieved. This research employs Image Theory to examine how South Korea built its image of North Korea. Image Theory will be analyzed using a qualitative method. Both primary and secondary data will be examined through triangulation and causal process tracing (CPT). CPT will be applied to trace the causal mechanisms of policies and political decisions during Moon Jae-in’s administration, and to understand how these sequences of events shaped or altered South Korea’s perceptions of North Korea. This study argues that while South Korea perceives North Korea as a partner or ally, North Korea’s nuclear program continues to be viewed as a threat.

The Kepulauan Riau Province, despite its significant industrial potential, faces economic disparity between regions due to its archipelagic geography. This study aims to identify strategies for establishing new industrial growth centers that can attract investment and reduce regional disparities. The approach employed includes the analysis of Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP) and the application of several analytical methods, namely Shift-Share, Location Quotient (LQ), and Multiplier Effect. The results of the analysis indicate that establishing an industrial growth center in Natuna Regency, which possesses abundant natural resources, particularly in the fisheries and energy sectors, is a strategic step to stimulate economic growth and reduce regional disparities. The selection of this growth center location also aligns with the principles outlined by François Perroux regarding the characteristics of growth poles

The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP) of Semarang State University (UNNES) has sent students in the MBKM program to various partners, including government agencies, schools, companies, and other partner institutions. The success of the MBKM program is not only measured from an academic perspective, but also from the level of partner satisfaction with the performance of the students involved. This study aims to evaluate partner satisfaction with the performance of MBKM FISIP UNNES students in 2025. This descriptive study aims to evaluate partner satisfaction with the performance of MBKM students. This study uses mixed methods, namely using quantitative and qualitative approaches. The quantitative approach used is descriptive statistical analysis to measure the level of satisfaction from partner answers through frequency distribution. The qualitative approach uses thematic analysis techniques to identify patterns, themes, or insights from partner answers related to their experiences with MBKM students. The results of the study conclude that the implementation of MBKM FISIP UNNES in 2025 achieved a fairly good level of success, especially in efforts to prepare students for the world of work.

This study is intended to analyze the effect of correspondence management with manual disposition on the performance of administrative services at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang. The focus of the study is on correspondence management and instructions on manual disposition sheets implemented at Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang. The urgency of this study is to be able to identify and overcome problems related to correspondence management with instructions on manual disposition sheets in administrative services at Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang. This study uses a quantitative approach by testing the formulated hypothesis. The data used in this study are primary data obtained from a survey by distributing questionnaires to all administrative employees at Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang. Determination of the sample based on Hair's suggestion, namely, 5-10 times the number of research indicators (Hair, 2009). In this study there are 11 indicators, so in this study the sample used was 55 people. The results of the study indicate that correspondence management with manual disposition has an impact on the performance of administrative services at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang, namely the better the correspondence management with manual disposition applied, the performance of administrative services at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang will also increase. Conversely, if the worse the correspondence management with manual disposition applied, the performance of administrative services at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Negeri Semarang will also decrease

Abstrak This study aims to analyze the self-development competency of apparatus in providing local tax and retribution services at the Regional Revenue Agency of Gorontalo Regency. Apparatus competence is a strategic factor for realizing high-quality public services, increasing taxpayer compliance, and supporting the achievement of Local Own-Source Revenue (PAD). This research employed a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation involving 15 informants consisting of apparatus and taxpayers, and analyzed through data reduction, presentation, and conclusion drawing using source triangulation. The findings show that: (1) in terms of training and self-development, training activities have improved knowledge and skills in tax administration and public service, although their implementation remains uneven and unsustainable; (2) regarding the ability to adapt to technological and system changes, apparatus demonstrate strong readiness and willingness to operate digital systems such as SIPADA, SIPENDA, and TE RANO despite limited facilities and capability gaps; and (3) in terms of self-evaluation, apparatus are beginning to build reflective work habits through the implementation of SKP and the ASN e-Performance system, which positively impacts discipline and service accuracy, although integration into institutional policy remains limited.

The need for clothing continues to increase in line with the number ofhpopulation. Meeting clothing needs is linked to the existence of garment companies and industries that produce clothing. Small industries play a crucial role in driving economic growth, such as providing employment opportunities. One small industry operating in the garment sector is the Troso Ikat Weaving Small Industry.In the weaving production process, there are three production flows starting from input, process, and output. This study aims to determine the knowledge of the millennial generation in the weaving industry activities in Troso Village, Pecangaan District, Jepara Regency. This study uses a quantitative approach. The population in this study was 428 and the sample size was 90 millennial ikat weaving artisans. The sample collection method used was proportional area random sampling. The variable in this study was the level of knowledge of weaving artisans. The level of knowledge of weaving artisans in Troso Village is included in the high category of 78.89%. The high level of knowledge of small ikat weaving industry artisans is influenced by their level of education, age, and experience. Therefore, knowledge in small ikat weaving industry activities needs to be improved by participating in job training and empowerment held by the Jepara Regency Government.

Women face challenges to enter the realm of power as long as the concept of power continues to be associated with masculine traits. The phenomenon of limited space for women in political party structures cannot be interpreted simply as a quantitative issue of the number of representation, but rather a manifestation of more fundamental power relations in the Indonesian political system. This research uses a qualitative approach with descriptive research methods to seek deeper information about affirmative action, political representation and the politics of presence, as well as the obstacles and constraints of women in the Gerindra Party Faction Central Java. The results shows that Gerindra Party has implemented a number of policies and strategic steps that encourage women to be active in politics. However, although Gerindra Party provides equal opportunities for women, there are still challenges that need to be overcome. While there are still challenges that need to be overcome, the party’s efforts should be applauded as part of a broader struggle to create a system of gender equality in.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology has become increasingly widespread in the field of education to support the learning process, including in enhancing students’ learning motivation. This study aims to analyze the effect of ChatGPT usage on the learning motivation of students in the Social Studies Education Program at Universitas Negeri Semarang. This research employs a quantitative method with a survey design and simple linear regression analysis. The findings reveal that the use of ChatGPT has a positive and significant effect on students’ learning motivation, with a contribution of 56.9%. The analysis is grounded in Self-Determination Theory and Expectancy-Value Theory, which emphasize that ChatGPT contributes to fulfilling basic psychological needs and enhancing expectancy for success and perceived task value. Thus, ChatGPT has proven to be an effective learning support tool that enhances students’ learning motivation. However, its use should be accompanied by sufficient digital literacy and academic guidance to optimize its benefits and minimize the risk of dependency.

The Soerakarta Walking Tour (SWT) is an innovative urban tourism initiative that integrates cultural preservation, environmental sustainability, and inclusivity. This study examines how SWT's promotes green tourism through a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews with participants. The quantitative findings reveal high levels of participant satisfaction, including understanding green tourism principles and satisfaction with cultural storytelling. Qualitative data complement these results, highlighting participants’ appreciation for Muslim-friendly facilities, opportunities for cultural learning, and the promotion of local economic and environmental sustainability. The study applies the frameworks of Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC) and Social Marketing to analyze how SWT delivers consistent and engaging messages while fostering behavioral change. The findings show that SWT successfully inspires participants to adopt sustainable practices, though some variability in the visibility of green tourism principles suggests room for improvement.