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Melbourne Asia Review is a research-based publication of the Asia Institute, University of Melbourne.
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?
What growing China-Russia ties mean for the world order
China and Russia are arguably closer than they’ve ever been, with rapidly growing military and economic cooperation.