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International Partner Supports CESASS in Public Hearing on the Rector’s Regulation on Research Centers
07 April 2026
Yogyakarta, March 31, 2026 — Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) convened a public hearing on the draft Rector’s Regulation on Research Centers, bringing together representatives from 21 study centers across the university to gather input on the proposed policy. Among the ...
Yogyakarta, March 17, 2026 — Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) is reinforcing the strategic role of its research centers in advancing the university’s Tridharma—education, research, and community service—by strengthening their contributions to regional and global studies. This commitment was highlighted by ...
Yogyakarta, March 12, 2026 — Researchers from Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) are strengthening collaboration with industry partners to advance the development of green skills and green jobs in Indonesia and across Southeast Asia. Through an initiative led by the Center ...
Yogyakarta, February 27 & March 9, 2026 — Multidisciplinary dialogue is more important today because the challenges we face are indeed complex, interconnected, and global in scope. Issues such as climate change, artificial intelligence, public health, socio-cultural and environmental justice, ...
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Behind the Scene: How Film Shapes Tourism in Southeast Asia
08 December 2025
Photo: Instagram post by @oatjo (2023, November 29) Introduction Because of the growing influence of entertainment, more tourists are flocking to visit destinations featured in various media, notably films. Reflecting on this, Iwashita (2003) pointed out that film, television, ...
Making the Air Breathable in Southeast Asia: Assessing the Impact and Challenges of Thailand’s Clean Air Act on Addressing Choking Air Pollution
25 November 2025
Photo: Chalinee Thirasupa / Reuters (February 2, 2023) Abstract Southeast Asia faces a serious air pollution crisis due to rapid urbanization, industrial growth, and unsustainable farming practices. The proposed Clean Air Act in Thailand represents a crucial step in ...
Marine Infrastructure as a Security Dilemma: The Evolving Dimension of Subsea Cable Projects in Southeast Asia
19 August 2025
Information has become a crucial asset in a globalised world order, speed and consistent transmission of information have become vital for a thriving digital economy. To facilitate this global flow of information, subsea communication cables connect every continent in a ...
The Movement of Restoring Film Industry in Cambodia
29 January 2024
Introduction Film, as a source of entertainment and escapism, has played a crucial role throughout history. It serves beyond mere enjoyment, aiding in reconciling with the past, preserving traditions, and expressing national identity. During the twentieth century, the introduction of ...
