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Contesting Shenzhen’s Modernity: State-legitimisation and public resistance in the People’s Republic of China
Fynn explains how Shenzhen is used as a tool for political legitimisation and explores what the city reveals about the power of the state and its ideology.
The Dispute over Taiwan — A Historical Insight
Aryaman Srivastava analyses the contemporary issue of Taiwan through an insightful, historical lens.
Common Wealth VS. Neoliberalism: A comparison between Chinese and Western Capitalism — a historical perspective
Jacqueline Yi traces the origins of capitalism in Western civilisations and socialism in the East, illuminating how historical perspectives bridge gaps in our understanding of contrasting societies.
Tracing the Amalgamation of British and Chinese Influences in the Hong Kong Education System
Sunnie Chan looks into traces of British influence in Hong Kong’s education system in an exploration of Western influences in the Asian financial center.
Selective political memories and the justification of South Korean government
Callie Yoo explores how political memories and history are utilised by the South Korean government in power-making and regime justification.
The Quad: An Asiatic NATO?
Baran Agyuven reviews the past, present, and future of one of Asia’s most important inter-governmental groups.
United in Greed: Will the Pandora Papers Change Anything About Corruption in Asia?
It's the largest data leak of its type in history - but do the Pandora Papers really tell us the full story about Asian corruption? Omar Khan investigates.
Suicide Rates in Japan and South Korea: COVID-19’s Global Consequences on Mental Health
Crystel Saraie analyses the increasing suicide rates of Japan and South Korea, and its global implications.
Resurgence of Violence in Kashmir - A Conflict in the Works?
Violence is brewing once again in Kashmir, but what exactly is happening, and will we see an escalation?
Refugees and Migrant Workers in Asia – the forgotten victims of Covid-19?
From migrant workers in India, Rohingya refugees and their deportation from Malaysian shores, to the apparent systematic indifference and discrimination in Singapore’s handling of covid-19 amongst its migrant worker community. ‘Covid-19 has not only caused a global public health crisis, but also a humanitarian emergency.’