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“My culture is not your costume”: The cultural appropriation of South Asian fashion

South Asian fashion, with its vibrant colours and intricate embroidery, has made a significant mark on the global runway and has been a subject of interest for major fashion brands for years. However, it has also been a subject of news headlines as many Western fashion brands have released fashion lines closely resembling South Asian pieces. Such cases have created online discourse about the cultural appropriation of South Asian fashion in the fashion industry and drawn parallels to specific historical practices during the colonial era. … Continue reading“My culture is not your costume”: The cultural appropriation of South Asian fashion

Asia’s Energy Crisis: Ramifications of the Iran War and Fossil Fuel Dependency

The energy crisis across Asia due to the Iran war has exposed the region’s fossil fuel dependency and vulnerability to geopolitical shocks, and should serve as a wakeup call for countries to transition towards renewable energy. Renewable energy is the self-sufficient and sustainable solution that strengthens Asia’s energy security and shock resilience by reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels. … Continue readingAsia’s Energy Crisis: Ramifications of the Iran War and Fossil Fuel Dependency

Posted on by Leroy Sio

From the Streets to the State: How South Asia’s Youth Are Rewriting Politics

South Asia has been seeing a rise in youth populism, an anti-elite sentiment amongst Gen-Z, which generally stems from triggers such as corruption or misrepresentation.  Though increasingly prevalent in recent years, young people have long been at the centre of political protests, from student activism during the Vietnam War to the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War. Today, this continues through Gen Z-led movements determined to challenge governments and defy aging elites. In the age of social media, mass mobilisation has become easier than ever. … Continue readingFrom the Streets to the State: How South Asia’s Youth Are Rewriting Politics

Posted on by Joan Lim

Signal of Opportunity: What the EU-India Free Trade Agreement means for Australia    

After almost a decade of stalled talks, India and the European Union have pledged to establish a free trade agreement (FTA) by the end of this year. The new deal aims to remove domestic market barriers and encourage foreign domestic investment, while maintaining protections around geographical indications to ensure respective agricultural markets are not misused in the name of economic growth. The path to finalising this FTA has not been straightforward, and more roadblocks remain as leaders from both sides face diplomatic delays, increasing tariffs and protectionist challenges from other great powers. … Continue readingSignal of Opportunity: What the EU-India Free Trade Agreement means for Australia    

The Future in the Rear View Mirror: What’s happening in South Asia?

Bangladesh is now facing an uncertain future after months of political unrest led to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wazed fleeing the country, leaving her government leaderless. While an interim government was quickly established in an attempt to restore unity, Bangladesh is not out of the woods yet. … Continue readingThe Future in the Rear View Mirror: What’s happening in South Asia?