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By Bikash K. Bhattacharya

25 Apr 2023

Poets as Keepers of Buddhist Tradition: The Zare Culture of Myanmar, Thailand and Yunnan

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In Theravada Shan communities of upper Myanmar, northern Thailand, and the Yunnan province of China, a unique poetic tradition is the primary means of transmission of the teachings of Buddhism …

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By Madhura Dutta

13 Apr 2023

Festivals - a powerful vehicle of cultural diplomacy

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Festivals forge intercultural dialogues and transnational cooperation, that result in inclusive societies. The article delves into experiences of harnessing the power of festivals for cultural diplomacy in India.

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By Grey Yeoh

10 Apr 2023

Asia-Europe Cultural Festival Podcast Series: #2 Vignesh Melwani

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The Asia-Europe Cultural Festival is a public arts festival organised by ASEF since 2018 to celebrate the artistic diversity of Asia and Europe and to promote dialogue and exchange amongst …

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By Ghulam Shabir Arain

28 Mar 2023

Fostering Creativity and Innovation: The Role of Cultural Policy in Pakistan's Cultural Sector

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Pakistan’s cultural heritage is a wealthy inventory of ancient monuments, literary masterpieces, and traditional crafts. However, despite its rich cultural heritage, Pakistan's cultural sector has faced many challenges, especially during …

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By Grey Yeoh

27 Mar 2023

Asia-Europe Cultural Festival Podcast Series: #1 Kamini Ramachandran

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The Asia-Europe Cultural Festival is a public arts festival organised by ASEF since 2018 to celebrate the artistic diversity of Asia and Europe and to promote dialogue and exchange amongst …

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By Lidija Pisker

14 Mar 2023

The source of artisanal creativity is a click away

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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.

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By Claire Rosslyn Wilson

20 Feb 2023

Looking back at 2022: Bridging gaps between Asia and Europe

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

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By Sharbendu De

10 Jan 2023

Visual Storytelling for Climate Change

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

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By Sumaira Malik

05 Jan 2023

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

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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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By Sarah Zia

19 Dec 2022

Taking Cultural Diplomacy to the Masses in Times of Covid

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Sarah Zia explores how online campaigns were used innovatively to bridge and create cultural diplomacy digitally in South Asia.

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By Savitri Sastrawan

13 Dec 2022

Creating new narratives to address colonial heritage in museum collections

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Savitri Sastrawan explores through case studies how heritage and post-colonialism issues are related today.

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By Yasen Vasilev

08 Dec 2022

A Healthy Ecosystem for the Arts in Bulgaria

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Ideal conditions for a national ecosystem of the independent performing arts scene in Bulgaria.

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By Madhura Dutta

30 Nov 2022

The Intersection of Art, Life and Nature in Indigenous Cultures

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Uncover traditional loin loom weaving of Arunachal Pradesh, a famous cultural tradition from India.

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By Minji Chun

23 Nov 2022

Sustainable and Inclusive for All: Rethinking the Concept of "Cultural Mobility"

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Minji Chun rethinks the concept of "cultural mobility" from perspectives of sustainability, equality, and inclusivity.

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By Hugh Davies

15 Feb 2022

Videogames in the Museum, The Museum in Videogames

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Videogames are important cultural artifacts. Not only are they expressive instances of contemporary culture, they also represent the latest chapter in humanity’s ancient obsession with games and play.

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