ASEF Culture360 | Connecting Asia and Europe through arts and culture


Get in-depth perspectives through commissioned articles, interviews and reports on current topics for Asia-Europe cultural relations.


By Lidija Pisker

14 Mar 2023

The source of artisanal creativity is a click away

King Houndekpinkou is an artist from Paris, France, who uses ceramics to express his inner self and connect artists from different continents.

The Homo Faber Guide is a digital platform that places the world of superb craftsmanship at the fingertips of art collectors, travellers, and craft lovers.

By Tola SAY

02 Mar 2023

Why Internationalisation Matters and How It Can Be Done

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Supported as part of the Arts Journalism Matters Fellowship, Tola Say reports on the key topics and trends from the ENCATC Congress that took place in Brussels last October.

By Claire Rosslyn Wilson

20 Feb 2023

Looking back at 2022: Bridging gaps between Asia and Europe

Looking back over the content published in 2022, ASEF culture360 takes stock of the major trends from the past year.

By Sharbendu De

10 Jan 2023

Visual Storytelling for Climate Change

Sharbendu De explores the initiatives taken by South-Asian photographers to deal with climate change through their artistic responses.

By Sumaira Malik

05 Jan 2023

The future of Asian Folk regional music and its feasibility for Digitization

Digital technologies are now re-shaping popular culture around the world but as a developing country Pakistan is still far behind in terms of digital reach and infrastructure.

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06 Dec 2022

Recalibrating the Compass: Rethinking Cultural Diplomacy in Times of Global Crisis

In 2022, on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF) and following the global impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, ASEF has launched a series of online …

By culture360

01 Dec 2022

Asia-Europe Cultural Festival in Brussels - Highlights

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An annual arts festival showcasing Asian and European arts held on 26 & 27 November 2022 in Brussels, Belgium.

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29 Nov 2022

What Future for Asia-Europe Cultural Relations? Key findings from ASEF Roundtable Series 2022

ASEF culture360 is delighted to share key findings and recommendations from the Roundtable Series Recalibrating the Compass that was developed between May and November 2022. Engaging with over 60 experts …

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26 Oct 2022

Stop. Look Back. Look Ahead. Proceed. | Artists' projects revealed

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After 8 weeks of collaborative work 5 artists from Spain, Indonesia, India, and China revealed their projects.

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21 Sep 2022

Recalibrating the Compass: Cultural Heritage and Tourism in Post-pandemic International Cooperation – Roundtable #4 - Report

In 2022, on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF) and following the global impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, ASEF has launched a series of online …

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11 Aug 2022

Recalibrating the Compass: Sustainable and Ethical Practices in the Cultural Sector – Roundtable #3 - Report

In 2022, on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF) and following the global impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, ASEF has launched a series of online …

By Magali An Berthon

10 Aug 2022

Crafts in Asia: Pathways to Sustainability | Publication launched!

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culture360 is delighted to present Crafts in Asia: Pathways to Sustainability, a new Guide on sustainable textile practices in Asia addressing climate change, pollution and waste.

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28 Jul 2022

Recalibrating the Compass: Culture’s Role in Addressing the Climate Crisis – Roundtable #2 - Report

In 2022, on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF) and following the global impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, ASEF has launched a series of online …

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08 Jun 2022

Recalibrating the Compass: Empowering the Creative Ecosystem – Roundtable #1 - Report

In 2022, on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF) and following the global impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, ASEF has launched a series of online …

By Dwirahmi Suryandari

21 Dec 2021

Reinterpreting Museum Objects through Rituals: Stories from Yogyakarta and Surakarta

As part of ASEF’s Call for Articles: Latest Trends in the Museum Sector in Asia and Europe, Dwirahmi Suryandari's article seeks to explore the rituals and tradition around objects and …