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The Srivijayan Code: How Trade Law Shaped Southeast Asia
Before the modern nation-states of Indonesia and Malaysia existed, a maritime network governed by law held sway over the Strait of Malacca. This episode explores the legal architecture of the Srivijaya Empire, focusing on the Ligor inscription and the concept of mandala sovereignty. We examine how Srivijayan kings enforced safe passage for merchants through the Orang Laut naval forces and how their legal code influenced regional trade practices for centuries. By looking at stone inscriptions in Old Malay and Sanskrit, we uncover a sophisticated system of justice that protected both local…
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