Institute of Asian Research

Founded in 1978, the Institute of Asian Research (IAR) is the premier Asia-focused research institute and think tank in Canada, serving as an active hub for research, teaching, policy support, and community engagement. From its home in the C. K. Choi Building on the University of British Columbia’s Vancouver campus, the Institute seeks to build knowledge and networks to support effective policy action on a wide range of domestic, regional, and global issues centred on Asia.

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A Foundation of Korean Studies, Centre of Korean Research 2025-2026: Year in Review

Five installments of the Centre of Korean Research talk series with numerous leading experts, read about the CKR's Year-in-Review here. The post A Foundation of Korean Studies, Centre of Korean Research 2025-2026: Year in Review appeared first on School of Public Policy and Global Affairs.

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Reflecting on a Year at the Centre for Japanese Research: 2025-26 

This year, the Centre for Japanese Research brought together experts to navigate Japan's role in the ever-changing regional and global landscape. Read more about it here. The post Reflecting on a Year at the Centre for Japanese Research: 2025-26  appeared first on School of Public Policy and…

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Rethinking the role of Chineseness in an Era of Uncertainty, Chinese Centre of Research 2025-2026: Year in Review

This year, the Centre for Chinese Research hosted a series of workshops and seminars to foster communication across the centre. Read more here. The post Rethinking the role of Chineseness in an Era of Uncertainty, Chinese Centre of Research 2025-2026: Year in Review appeared first on School…

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The Centre for Southeast Asia Research 2025-2026: A Year In Review

Key themes this year were decolonization, diaspora, displacement, and resistance. Read more about Year-in-Review of the Centre of Southeast Asia Research here. The post The Centre for Southeast Asia Research 2025-2026: A Year In Review appeared first on School of Public Policy and Global Affairs.

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A Look Back at the Centre for India and South Asia Research 2025-2026: Year in Review

This year, the Centre for India and South Asia Research brought students and professionals together to reflect on identity and belonging. Read more here. The post A Look Back at the Centre for India and South Asia Research 2025-2026: Year in Review appeared first on School of Public Policy and…

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Himalaya Program 2025-2026: A Year In Review

With a focus on Nepal's political upheaval amid the most recent protests, the Himalaya Program focused on Gen Z participation and political identity. Read more here. The post Himalaya Program 2025-2026: A Year In Review appeared first on School of Public Policy and Global Affairs.

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