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Melbourne Asia Review is a research-based publication of the Asia Institute, University of Melbourne.
Can ethnic minority languages co-exist with Mandarin in China?
While Mandarin has long been China’s official language, recent policies have accelerated its dominance — often at the expense of minority languages.
The risks and rewards of engaging with Afghanistan’s Taliban government
Can engagement compel the Taliban to genuinely improve human rights and counter-terrorism efforts?
Why Central Asia is key to unlocking China’s global ambitions
Could success in Central Asia tip the scales in China’s global rivalry with the United States?
The Chinese Civil War’s lingering shadow over modern China
Why does the legacy of the Chinese Civil War still drive geopolitical tension between the People’s Republic and Taiwan?
The Korean language abroad: Who’s learning it and why?
The Korean language is experiencing a dramatic surge in global popularity due to the rise of K-pop, Korean dramas, and films. Meanwhile, for the Korean diaspora worldwide, maintaining their linguistic heritage poses difficulties. So who’s committing to learning the Korean language and what motivates them?