Myanmar’s Natural Resources: Blessing or Curse? Published: 11 December 2013 Myanmar’s progress since the 2010 general elections has been astounding, with political transition greatly encouraging citizens and international diplomatic and investment communities. The diplomatic climate for Myanmar has changed dramatically as a result and sanctions have been eased progressively. David Allen, Rainer Einzenberger
Youth & Democracy in the Asia-Pacific Region Published: 21 October 2025 Dossier Dieses Dossier zielt darauf ab, die Rolle von jungen Menschen in pro-demokratischen Bewegungen im asiatischen Raum zu untersuchen und sie im Rahmen des Programms "Young Advocates For Democracy" (YA4D) zu unterstützen.
Rainbow Fields: Korean Farmers Reviving Native Rice Published: 9 October 2025 Background For thousands of years, rice has been more than food. It has been culture, memory, and survival. In South Korea, a few farmers are bringing back native rice varieties lost to history. Their rainbow-colored fields tell a story of a future rooted in the past. KIM Dong-gyu
Cambodia: Black Soldier Fly Turns Waste Into Agricultural Resources Published: 9 October 2025 Analysis Over-reliance on chemical inputs has left Cambodia’s agriculture vulnerable to environmental and economic pressures. The company Evola Cambodia illustrates how black soldier fly (BSF) technology can convert organic waste into sustainable fertilizer and feed. Valentin Hay
Seeds of Tradition: The Food Security of the Baduy People in Indonesia Published: 9 October 2025 Documentary In the mountains of West Java, Indonesia, the Baduy people live by ancient traditions centered on food, land, and nature. This documentary captures the everyday lives of Baduy families and shows how they protect their culture, land, and knowledge in the face of modern challenges.
Mekong Riverbank Gardeners Face Uncertainties Published: 9 October 2025 Background The Mekong riverbank gardening is a critical part of local livelihoods. It supports riverine communities through vital food production and additional income generation. However, changes to the river’s ecosystems threaten these ways of life. Tipakson Manpati, Daniel Abunales
Indonesia’s Gado-Gado Foreign Policy – A Look at Developments Under Prabowo Subianto’s Leadership Published: 22 September 2025 Analysis Indonesia, the largest economy in Southeast Asia, should have assumed a leadership role in the region. However, under President Prabowo Subianto’s leadership, its policies and agreements with the United States and China lack of direction, impacting the ASEAN as a whole. Tobias Basuki
Korean Masculinity Must Move From Endless Proof to Shared Care Published: 16 September 2025 Analysis South Korean men, trapped in the rigid ‘K-timeline’ from school to military to marriage, face endless pressure to prove their masculinity, fueling resentment toward women and radicalization. A transformation is needed, with care at its core. Taehwan Kim
Masculinities and the Making of the Indian Nation Published: 16 September 2025 Analysis From freedom struggle to today’s politics, the story of India is also a story of men, power, and women’s rights. Urvashi Butalia
Between Power and Oppression: Masculinity in Myanmar is a Trap Published: 15 September 2025 Analysis After the coup in Myanmar, the military junta has conscripted men as soldiers. Trapped between militarized power and unseen oppression, men struggle with trauma, fail their traditional provider roles, and are forced to replicate the unjustness they once resisted. Anonymous Author