Singapore’s National Day, observed annually on 9th August, is a significant occasion that unites the nation in a shared sense of pride and patriotism. This day commemorates Singapore’s independence from Malaysia in 1965, marking the birth of a sovereign nation. National Day celebrations are a […]
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Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with renowned art expert and cultural commentator Michael Goedhuis, as he explores the relevance of Chinese and contemporary culture in today’s geopolitical landscape. It has always been the case that the West has found it difficult to truly understand
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On 13 May 2025, the Asia Scotland Institute was honoured to host Haruko Fukuda OBE – former Joint Chair of The Japan Society and a distinguished figure in international finance – for a special evening at The New Club in Edinburgh, held in collaboration with The
An Evening with Haruko Fukuda OBE: Reflections on ‘My Families and Other Samurai’ Read More
We are very grateful to Giles Chance for sharing his incredible story and insights with us during a wonderful evening dedicated to his latest book, ‘Living with Dragons‘. It was an inspiring event filled with rich narratives of China’s journey from 1985 to 2010—from post-Mao
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Discover how research into a collection of photographs at Broughton House in 2015 has developed into a partnership with tangible value for students, universities and communities in Sri Lanka. In this highly illustrated talk, Antonia Laurence Allen will take you through her trip to Sri
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The Asia Scotland Institute is joined by Michael Goedhuis as we discuss why Chinese ink artists are important for representing the link between China’s great past and the galloping pace towards her future. Chinese ink artists are profoundly relevant to contemporary Chinese society, but until
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