Asian Studies

A tribute to the life and work of the acclaimed anthropologist, who passed away on 1 May 2017.

The 'Lazy Native' at 40 can’t speak English and is a gangster on wheels, writes  Masturah Alatas.

Podcast explores academia's disconnect with the public in a post-truth world.

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Popular and recommended reading on the Southeast Asian nation.

Former student Cam Hawker reflects on his time in Southeast Asia with acclaimed scholar Des Ball.

Nicholas Farrelly pays tribute to one of the world's leading strategic studies scholars.

New Mandala invites readers to celebrate the life and career of an extraordinary scholar.

Michael Wesley reflects on a new volume examining Myanmar’s path to peace and political transition.

Danielle Cave looks at how a viral mobile video game reflects regional tensions.

The crucial role that academics need to play in speaking truth to troubling political power.

Malaysia Update to examine what comes next for the Southeast Asian nation.

Why authoritarian rule remains resilient in the face of elections.

The ICTS13 organising committee responds to questions about their conference in July 2017 and academic freedom.

“Blogging has opened up academia to larger and more varied audiences.” James Giggacher reports on how a military coup led to a revolution in connecting academic insight with the wider world.

Andrew Selth looks at the hardships the country still faces today.

Should we recognise humanity in another species?

When it comes to urban planning, lines of exclusion and inclusion need to be redrawn.

Proposals due by 30 June 2016.

Examining the Universal Periodic Review of human rights in Southeast Asia.

New book provides eyewitness account of country's incredible reforms.

Anthony Milner pays tribute to the late John Legge.