Hybrid Governance: The Role of Non-State Actors in the Resolution of the Indonesia-Timor Leste Border Conflict in Oepoli

Abstract

This study discusses the role of non-state actors in resolving border conflicts between Indonesia and Timor Leste. Non-state actors have significant influence in border communities, both through social, political, and economic networks. They often act as mediators in conflict negotiations, bridging the interests of local communities and governments of both countries. This study focuses on first, what is the role of non-state actors in the process of resolving the Indonesia-Timor Leste border conflict? Second, What is the relationship between state and non-state actors in the context of conflict resolution? The theoretical framework used in this study is conflict resolution theory to see how the relationship between state and non-state actors in managing conflicts at the border both efforts to resolve and maintain peace at the border. This study uses a qualitative method by utilizing a case study on the role of Non-State Actors in the resolution of the border conflict between Indonesia and Timor Leste in Oepoli. This study found that conflict resolution efforts by non-state actors actually have a significant contribution and are more accepted by the community/actors in conflict, conflict resolution sought by non-state actors also contributes to maintaining peace and is a new pattern of approaches in conflict resolution at the border.