Diplomacy Model of Riau Malay Kingdoms
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2016-11-07
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This paper is based on research which conducted in 2012. The research is a part of diplomacy study
that focused on diplomacy history of Riau Malay Kingdoms. The main objective of this research is
traced diplomacy model wich had been practiced in Riau Malay Kingdoms since 14th century until 19th
century. The study area is Riau Province with sample locations are Pekanbaru City, Kampar,
Pelalawan, and Siak Sri Inderapura. This research is based on documents and in-depth interviews on
several key informants from the sample locations who are well versed about Riau Malay Kingdoms
history. Result of this research shows that diplomacy model which developed in Riau Kingdoms are not
based on treaty with other countries, but tend more to diplomatical contact based on political-security,
ecconomic or trade, and cultural interest. This diplomatic model than push Riau Malay Kingdoms in to
cooperative, accomodative, and conflict relationship with other countries surounding them.