Social Capital and Politeness Strategies in Fostering Ethnic Relations in Malaysia and the Philippines

Authors

  • Maya Khemlani David University of Malaya, Malaysia
  • Francisco Perlas Dumanig University of Malaya, Malayasia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51611/iars.irj.v1i1.2011.3

Keywords:

Ethnic Relations, Nation Building, Regional Studies

Abstract

Social capital helps in developing relationships among people in a community or from one community to the other. The concept of social capital focuses on social relationships or individual relationship which is an important tool in building a united and progressive society. Social capital is essential for facilitating peaceful and effective relationships among people in a modern and progressive society.

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Published

2011-02-08

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How to Cite

David, M.K. and Dumanig, F.P. (2011) “Social Capital and Politeness Strategies in Fostering Ethnic Relations in Malaysia and the Philippines”, IARS’ International Research Journal, 1(1). doi:10.51611/iars.irj.v1i1.2011.3.

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