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Melbourne Asia Review is a research-based publication of the Asia Institute, University of Melbourne.
Is democracy at risk in India?
Just how robust is the nation’s democracy? How does India reconcile its membership in coalitions of democracies, such as the Quad, with criticism at home over the erosion of religious and media freedoms?
Framing and shaming body size in Japan
In Japan, slender bodies are prized and body size is regarded as a personal responsibility. In this social milieu, how do those with non-conforming body sizes feel about themselves?
Who’s fighting for the environment in China?
Despite the Chinese government’s aversion to collective action, there are NGOs working hard to save the environment. So how do NGOs operate in this context?
Caste and the corporation, in India and abroad
India’s caste system remains alive and thriving, both in India and in its global diaspora.
How seriously does Australia take the learning of Asian languages?
Does Australia possess the linguistic skills for deep engagement with the region? And what will it take to get more Australians to take up Asian languages?