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Melbourne Asia Review is a research-based publication of the Asia Institute, University of Melbourne.
‘Statelessness in Asia’ edited by Michelle Foster, Jaclyn Neo & Christoph Sperfeldt
This book addresses a significant research gap—that statelessness exists in contexts devoid of forced migration and prolonged refugee situations.
Colonial borders and the production of statelessness in Myanmar, India, Bangladesh & Sri Lanka
Statelessness in Myanmar, India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka is rooted in the impact of British colonialism.
Foundlings at risk of statelessness in the Philippines: Progress and challenges
Deserted or abandoned children in the Philippines have citizenship rights, but there are still problems with implementation.
Understanding the climate change-statelessness nexus in the Asia Pacific and what to do about it
Climate change is intensifying statelessness in the Asia-Pacific. But there are simple, practical steps that countries in the region can take.
Recognition without sovereignty: Statehood and the fragmentation of Palestine
The recent wave of State recognition of Palestine allows States to claim alignment with international law but may exclude Palestinians from statelessness protection.