Dr Andrea Janku China, Social and Cultural History; The Early Press and the History of Communication; Environmental History
Plundering Security? The Evolution of Khaki Capital in Contemporary Thailand 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.
What do you see in this painting of Sir Richard Burton? Adventurer or Orientalist? The SOAS Gallery highlights a portrait of Sir Richard Burton, inviting reflection on how museums should deal with his legacy of exploration, discovery, and controversy.
Advice for SOAS graduates: “Don’t become contented, become determined" This year's SOAS Honorary Graduands share their life and career advice for graduates navigating the next chapter.
SOAS to launch new Research Centre: The Centre of AI Futures The new SOAS Centre for AI Futures will launch on 25 January 2023.
The Global Taiwan—Literature and Translation Workshop 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.
Professor Ayman Shihadeh Professor Ayman Shihadeh is an intellectual historian of the Islamic world, whose research focuses on the history of theology, philosophy and wider intellectual and religious culture.