On Monday, 4 May 2026, approximately 10 students from the Faculty of Law, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), commenced their academic activities at the Undergraduate Law Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia. The presence of the UKM students formed part of the Collaborative Offline International Learning (COIL) 2026 program, which was organized as an initiative to strengthen the international academic atmosphere within the Faculty of Law UII.

All participating students attended several courses offered under the International Program, including Community Advocacy taught by Mhd. Zaki’ul Fikri, S.H., M.A., LL.M., Constitutional Law taught by Rahadian Diffaul Barraq Suwartono, S.H., M.H., and International Law taught by Dodik Setiawan Nur H., S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D. All classes were conducted in English as part of the faculty’s commitment to strengthening students’ international academic competencies.

The Head of the Undergraduate Law Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Dodik Setiawan Nur H., S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., stated that the COIL program is not the first international collaborative initiative organized by the Faculty of Law UII. The program has consistently developed opportunities for cross-border academic interaction and broadened students’ learning experiences within an international environment. According to him, the presence of international students in UII law classes is expected to enhance students’ confidence in engaging in global academic settings while simultaneously strengthening institutional partnerships with foreign universities. Furthermore, he emphasized the importance of expanding future collaborations beyond teaching activities, particularly in the areas of research and community engagement.

The activity was also attended by Prof. Madya Dr. Mohammad Rizal bin Abd Rahman and Prof. Madya Dr. Mohd Zamre bin Mohd Zahir from the Faculty of Law, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, who accompanied the student delegation. In addition to accompanying the students, both academics were allowed to deliver lectures to students of the Faculty of Law UII. Prof. Madya Dr. Mohd. Zamre bin Mohd. Zahir delivered a lecture entitled “Medical Negligence from the Medical Law Perspective,” while Prof. Madya Dr. Mohammad Rizal bin Abd Rahman presented the topic “Regulating the Spread of Prohibited Content.”

The Dean of the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum., emphasized in his remarks that the Faculty of Law UII has demonstrated its readiness to compete at the global level. The international community’s growing trust in studying at the Faculty of Law UII reflects the institution’s increasing recognition within international legal education. According to him, innovative programs such as COIL 2026 serve as important instruments in strengthening the academic attractiveness of the Faculty of Law UII, particularly.

Meanwhile, the head of the delegation from the Faculty of Law, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Prof. Madya Dr. Mohd. Zamre bin Mohd. Zahir stated that the program provides an excellent platform for comparative legal studies between Indonesia and Malaysia. Through the collaborative learning approach, both students and lecturers are able to learn from the strengths and challenges of each legal system, thereby fostering constructive and sustainable academic exchange. In addition to the academic aspect, he also highlighted Yogyakarta’s strategic and cultural significance, which offers a unique experience for international students.

Waroeng Steak, Jalan Kaliurang, Yogyakarta, hosted the welcoming event for the participants of the Collaborative Offline International Learning (COIL) 2026 program. The event began with remarks from the dean of the Faculty of Law UII, followed by a response from the head of the UKM delegation, and concluded with a networking session. During the gathering, in-depth discussions were also conducted to explore potential academic collaborations beyond teaching activities.

 

On Monday, April 27, 2026, students of the International Program of the Undergraduate Law Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, conducted a field-based learning activity focusing on the practical aspects of legislative drafting at the Legal Division of the Batam City Government and the Regional House of Representatives (DPRD) of Batam City. 15 students from the International Program attended this activity.

In his opening remarks, the Head of the Legal Division of Batam City Government, Mr. Joko Satrio Sasongko, S.H., expressed his appreciation to the Faculty of Law UII for facilitating direct learning opportunities within the Batam City Government. He emphasized that Batam possesses distinct characteristics compared to other regions, both in terms of resource composition, economic structure and its designation as an industrial city as well as a free trade zone. Historically, Batam was designed by B.J. Habibie as a miniature of Indonesia, with a strategic orientation toward investment development as an alternative within the regional economic landscape, particularly in relation to Singapore. Batam is projected as a region with sustainable economic development potential.

At the initial stage of the visit, the students received an introductory presentation from Ms. Nur Asmi, S.H., M.H., regarding the structure and characteristics of the Batam City Government. It was explained that Batam covers an area of approximately 1,080 km² and is supported by around five thousand civil servants. The Batam Municipal Minimum Wage (UMK) is the highest in the Riau Islands Province, with the United States as the largest export destination. The institutional structure of governance in Batam reflects a dualism between the Batam City Government and the Batam Development Authority (BP Batam), particularly in the administration of regional management. Administratively, both institutions operate under the direct coordination of the mayor of Batam, where the head of BP Batam concurrently serves ex officio as the mayor. In the legislative domain, Batam adheres to the same regulatory framework as other regions; however, there are distinctions in authority concerning regulatory formation to support the development of the Batam area.

The team subsequently continued the field learning activity with a visit to the DPRD of Batam City. The Chairman of DPRD Batam City, Mr. Haji Muhammad Jamaludin, formally received the student delegation. In his presentation, he explained that Batam demonstrates unique normative and spatial characteristics, including regulatory zoning between industrial and residential areas. Geographically, Batam’s proximity to Singapore and its location along the strategic Malacca Strait position it as a critical node in international trade. This condition has driven Batam’s development as a transit city and as a strategic representation of Indonesia within the global context. Over the past two years, the central government has intensified its attention toward Batam, as evidenced by the issuance of four presidential regulations in early 2026 to reinforce Batam’s special status.

Furthermore, it was explained that the DPRD of Batam City performs three principal functions: legislative, budgeting, and supervisory (monitoring and evaluation). In executing its legislative function, there are notable differences compared to the national parliament (DPR RI), particularly because regional regulations (Peraturan Daerah) must align with and not contradict higher-level national legislation. Current policy orientation does not solely emphasize the quantity of regional regulations but also prioritizes regulatory effectiveness to avoid constraining the operational space of local government. The budgeting function is implemented through the formulation of the Regional Revenue and Expenditure Budget (APBD), its amendments, and periodic evaluations conducted every three months concerning governmental performance and financial reporting. In terms of supervision, the DPRD of Batam City also engages in cross-institutional coordination, including with the DPR RI, although certain authorities of the Batam Development Authority are directly coordinated with Commission VI of the DPR RI. Institutional synergy remains essential, facilitated through coordination with regional apparatuses and the Regional Leadership Coordination Forum (Forkopimda) to strengthen governance and promote Batam’s development.

During the visit, they also conveyed that the day coincided with the commemoration of Batam Authority Day. All elements of the Regional Leadership Forum, along with institutional leaders across Batam, held ceremonial observances in their respective institutions during the morning. The visit concluded with the presentation of tokens of appreciation and a guided tour of several facilities, including the Leadership Meeting Room and the Plenary Session Hall of the DPRD of Batam City.

On Monday, April 27, 2026, a joint public lecture was held in collaboration between the Undergraduate Law Study Program (S1) of the Faculty of Law, Batam International University, and the Undergraduate Law Study Program (S1) of the Faculty of Law, Islamic University of Indonesia. On this occasion, two lecturers from these long-standing partners collaborated to deliver the public lecture: Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, SH, MH, LLM, PhD, and Ninne Zahara Silviani, SH, MH. Both speakers share a common field of expertise in international law.

The public lecture took place in a classroom in the Faculty of Law Building, Batam International University, and was attended by students from both the Undergraduate Law Study Program (S1) of the Faculty of Law, Batam International University, and the Undergraduate Law Study Program (S1) of the Faculty of Law, Islamic University of Indonesia.

The public lecture addressed the issue of “The Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz under International Law.” Approximately 60 students, along with several lecturers and academic staff from both institutions, attended. “This collaborative public lecture is a very positive thing, and of course, students will gain comparative and comprehensive knowledge. We welcome this collaboration and hope to expand it to other specific legal fields. UII and UIB have been partners for quite a long time, and it is time for collaboration in the academic field to become part of this long-standing relationship,” said Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lu Sudirman, SH, MM, MHum, Dean of the Faculty of Law, UIB, while welcoming the students and lecturers from the Faculty of Law, UII.

“The topic of international legal developments in the Strait of Hormuz was chosen very appropriately, as this issue remains a hot topic. From the perspective of international maritime law, the strait should remain open, given that Article 37 of UNCLOS provides for the right of innocent passage through international straits. The Strait of Hormuz holds a strategic position as it contributes to international trade routes, particularly for the distribution of oil and gas,” explained Ninne Zahara Silviani, SH, MH, at the beginning of the lecture. Ninne Zahara Silviani, SH, MH, specializes in international maritime law.

“However, from a humanitarian law perspective, Iran has the right to defend itself. When Iran is attacked during the ongoing peace process in Oman, it has the right to retaliate. They must be prepared on land, sea, and air to retaliate against attacks by the United States and Israel. Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz is part of Iran’s strategy to strengthen its defenses. Of course, when war breaks out, all warring parties must respect and adhere to the written and unwritten principles of international humanitarian law, such as the principle of distinction, the principle of balance, and the principle of limitation,” stated Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, SH, MH, LLM, PhD, who also delivered the public lecture.

 

Following the presentation, students enthusiastically asked questions. Following the event, a souvenir exchange and a brief tour of several facilities at the UIB Faculty of Law were held.

On Sunday, April 26, 2026, an International Community Service Program was held in Tanjung Uma, Batam, involving Lecturers, Educational Staff, International Program Students, the Law Undergraduate Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, as well as children in Tanjung Uma, Batam. The children involved were approximately 40 (forty) children consisting of Elementary School students, Junior High School students, Senior High School students in Tanjung Uma Batam and students from the Faculty of Law, Universitas Internasional Batam. The activity lasted for 4 (four) hours with the discussion of materials Understanding Rights and Responsibilities and Legal Literacy for the Future.

This International Community Service activity was successfully organized thanks to the collaboration between the Law Undergraduate Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Internasional Batam and the Law Undergraduate Study Program, Faculty of Law UII. From the Faculty of Law, Universitas Internasional Batam was represented by Mrs. Emiliya Febriani, S.H., M.H. as the Head of the Law Undergraduate Study Program, along with her colleagues Mrs. Ninne Zahara Silfiani, Mrs. Nadia, Mr. Antoni, and the Chairman of the Al Muttaqin Mosque Takmir of Tanjung Uma, Ustadz Mulyadi.

“The material provided was regarding basic understanding of Human Rights, especially Children’s Rights, so that children in Tanjung Uma Village, Batam can understand what basic rights they receive from existing legal regulations both in Indonesia and International Law,” said Emiliya Febriani.

The presenters were Lecturers from UIB and UII. From the Faculty of Law UII was represented by Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., L.LM., Ph.D (Head of the Law Undergraduate Study Program), Dr. Aroma Elmina Martha, S.H., M.H. (Secretary of the Law Undergraduate International Program), Eko Rial Nugroho, S.H., M.H. (Permanent Lecturer of FH UII), Sri Achyuniwati, S.T. (Head of General and Household Division), and Desi Wulandari, S.SOS. (Head of Resource Affairs) as well as assisted by a Student Team from the International Program, Law Undergraduate Study Program, FH UII. In addition, this activity also involved Tom Oscar Burgess, who is an exchange student from Griffith University, Australia.

In the remarks delivered, the Head of the Law Undergraduate Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., L.LM., Ph.D, stated that “this International Community Service Program is a program expected to provide an understanding to the children in Tanjung Uma Village, Batam, particularly regarding the law. The children in this village were chosen because it is one of the oldest villages in Lubuk Baja, Batam, which is historically inhabited by Malay and Bugis communities of Riau Lingga Royal descent. Located on the coast near Singapore, this village was named Tanjung Uma because it is situated between Tanjung Pangkal Leppu and Tanjung Kubur. Although Batam has developed into an industrial center given the very close trade relations between this city and Singapore, Tanjung Uma Village still maintains its traditional characteristics to this day. Since the past, its people have lived as fishermen, although some have now worked in the industrial sector. Strengthening the understanding of the children here about the law is very important so that they are ready to develop themselves while remaining based on the laws and customs that exist in society.”

The material was provided by giving a basic understanding of legal patterns, especially the distinction between the types of laws existing in Indonesia and customary law. The presenter, Dr. Aroma Elmina Martha, S.H., M.H., who is also a criminal law expert, packaged the material attractively so that the children understood legal concepts, particularly regarding legal sanctions in criminal matters. “The hope is that children begin to know what is prohibited and what is permitted. For example, bullying is something that must not be done. This includes physical altercations or hitting, which can fall into the category of physical violence,” said Dr. Aroma.

Separately, Eko Rial Nugroho, S.H., M.H., also stated that as a community with high historical value, customary law can still be implemented even though the various buildings and economic foundations of the Tanjung Uma community have developed rapidly. “Customary law, especially Malay law, can also be maintained and transformed into modern law, considering there are many traditions that can still be preserved to serve as a characteristic and basic legal pattern in society,” he said.

During the event, students from the FH UII International Program distributed souvenirs in the form of books and stationery to the children and created small games as ice breaking so that the children could easily understand the material presented. Various games were chosen to suit the material delivered. Students from Australia, Tom Oscar Burgess, and from Nigeria, Adedoyin Yusuf Olatunji, became the center of attention during the event because they used Indonesian brokenly, although they still used a lot of English to improve the English language skills of the children in Tanjung Uma; even at the end of the event, the children enthusiastically invited them to take photos together to capture the beautiful memory that language barriers are not an obstacle to sharing laughter, while also serving as a reminder for the children of Tanjung Uma that the world is vast and their dreams can take them across national borders.

The event closed with a joint prayer, the presentation of mementos, and a group photo. After the event, the community directed and guided the lecturers, educational staff, and students to see the Tanjung Uma old village, which is geographically very close to the coast.

On Tuesday, April 22, 2026, the Faculty of Law at Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII) organized a Joint Lecture program in collaboration with the Islamic Criminal Law Study Program from the Faculty of Sharia and Law at UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung. The event was held at the Mini Auditorium, 4th Floor, Faculty of Law, UII Building, Yogyakarta. The joint lecture featured a strategic theme: “The Development of Islamic Criminal Law Studies within National and Global Legal Contexts,” delivered by the keynote speaker, Prof. Dr. H. Ali Abdurrahman, M.Ag., a professor from UIN Sunan Gunung Djati.

In his presentation, Prof. Ali Abdurrahman emphasized that the development of Islamic criminal law must transcend classical fiqh (jurisprudence) to become a legal instrument that is adaptive and capable of solving modern national and global legal challenges. He outlined strategies for harmonizing Jinayah principles—such as the concept of forgiveness (al-‘afw) and restorative justice—with the spirit of reform in the Indonesian National Penal Code (KUHP), as well as international human rights standards. “It is crucial to reconstruct Islamic legal thought to address the dynamics of modern crime. This positions Islamic law not as a rigid system but as an active contributor that enriches the development of a just national legal system that remains globally relevant,” stated Prof. Ali.

The Head of the Undergraduate Program in Law at Faculty of Law UII, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., noted in his welcoming remarks that the program holds significant strategic value as a platform for mutual knowledge sharing and academic enrichment between the two institutions. “The primary goal is for FH UII students to learn directly from experts at UIN Sunan Gunung Djati. Beyond academic strengthening, this activity is expected to serve as a medium for students to network, collaborate, and build new professional relationships. This agenda has become a routine academic tradition at Faculty of Law UII, reflecting our commitment to continuously enhancing the quality of education,” Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., explained.

The event was attended by approximately 50 Faculty of Law UII students, accompanied by Faculty of Law UII faculty members Ahmad Sadzali, Lc. M.H., and Ayu Izza Elvany, S.H.M.H. Meanwhile, the delegation from UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung consisted of nine representatives, including Prof. Dr. H. Ali Abdurrahman, M.Ag. (Professor), Dr. Muhamad Kholid, M.H. (Head of Department), Deden Najmudin, M.Sy. (Secretary of Department), Dr. H. Syahrul Anwar, M.Ag. (Lecturer), Dr. Enceng Arif Faisal, M.Ag. (Lecturer), Dr. Didi Sumardi, M.Ag. (Lecturer), Yusuf Azazy, M.A. (Lecturer), Dr. Yayan Muhammad Royani, M.H. (Lecturer), Mamduh Hilmi, L.C., M.A. (Lecturer). 

The program concluded with an exchange of tokens of appreciation between the two institutions as a symbol of their close partnership, followed by a group photo session with the speakers, lecturers, and all participating students.