Rebranding a Nation: Japan’s Erasure of their Imperialist History

Japan’s image has transformed significantly from the World War II era. How this radical change came about was not simply the product of Japan’s affinity in such sectors, but rather also a deliberate enforcement of propaganda by the Japanese government in order to reimagine Japan’s hostile history.

Ashvini Prem

Indonesia’s New Man-Made Capital City: A Wrong Step in the Right Direction?

Indonesian President Joko Widodo aims to successfully shift Indonesia’s capital Jakarta, to a new, artificially created city, in the hope that the new city marks the beginning of Indonesia’s more sustainable future – but it may not be as simple as it seems.

Ashvini Prem

Malaysia’s 2023 Budget Breakdown

Prime Minister and Finance Minister of Malaysia Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, recently delivered a speech regarding the re-tabling of the budget for the incoming fiscal year, titled “Budget 2023: Belanjawan MADANI“. Pillar 1: Inclusive and Sustainable Economy Taxes and Subsidies‌‌In efforts to eradicate extreme poverty, the new budget proposes increased tax rates and electricity tariffs […]

Ashvini Prem