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Security forces tend to enjoy a monopoly over violence within any given state. In some states, such as Thailand, they are also leading political and economic actors. Thus, military finance or “khaki capital” is of paramount importance. Using the framework of Historical Institutionalism, this study scrutinizes the path-dependent evolution of khaki capital over time in Thailand.

This lecture examines how the Labour Party's attempt to appease both anti-racist and nationalist critiques has failed, fueling a surge in grassroots anti-racism and radical nationalism, and shaping the future of British politics.

This seminar examines the history behind the author’s new historical novel on Majapahit.

Two months after Akira Toriyama’s death, this event celebrates his legacy by bringing together experts in Japanese Studies to discuss his work and its cultural impact.

Dr Nathan F. Batto gives an online talk about his recent book 'Making Punches Count: The Individual Logic of Legislative Brawls'.

Robert Lee Suettinger's recent biography of Hu Yaobang, 'The Conscience of the Party', informs this discussion on political struggle among CCP elites and the legacy of 'reform and opening'.

The Centre of Taiwan Studies is delighted to organise The Global Taiwan—Literature and Translation Workshop, bringing together writers, translators, and scholars to explore Taiwanese literature.