25 October 2024, 7-8 pm

In this talk, William D. James offers an alternative explanation on the timing and motives for the drawdown of Britain from its major military bases in Singapore, Malaysia, and the Arabian Peninsula midway through the Cold War based on on extensive archival research.

11 October 2024, 7-9pm

This two-part talk features the Hendromartono sisters and Muhammad Sahlan in conversation with Dr Alan Chong.

Tuesday, 8 October 2024, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM SGT

This talk delves into the rich cultural tapestry surrounding Chinese pagodas, focusing on the stories, symbols, and images they have inspired throughout history.

5–6 Oct 2024

Join us as we explore how diverse cultures present flora and fauna through art. Discover traditional knowledge, sacred rituals, and timeless practices that reveal the rich connections between people and nature.

Saturday, 28 September 2024, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

This symposium celebrates the careers of Professors Leonard and Barbara Andaya - preeminent figures in the fields of Southeast Asian and Asian history.

27 September 2024, 7-8 pm

Tim Winter answers questions that help explain the strange but fascinating pathway the Silk Road took towards global fame, a century after the first evidence of contact between China and Rome was unearthed in the remote regions of Central Asia.