25 March 2008
Islamist publishing industry
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Media stories about the spread of extremist groups tend to focus on the role of the internet as a propaganda tool. Books may seem a rather old-fashioned medium for these globalised networks, but in Indonesia the Islamist publishing industry is booming. Some profitable publishing houses are close to Jemaah Islamiah, Indonesia's most prominent extremist organisation, and some of the texts are translated from Arabic by captured JI members currently in Indonesian prisons. Sidney Jones, senior adviser for the International Crisis Group's Asia Program, has been investigating this publishing industry.
Guests
Sidney Jones
Senior Adviser, Asia Program
International Crisis Group
Further Information
Presenter
Peter Mares
Producer
Sarah L'Estrange
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