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Asian Review (ASIAN)

Asian Review is a refereed journal, published since 1987, by Institute of Asian Studies, Chulalongkorn University. It is an interdisciplinary journal publishing research articles from a wide range of academic disciplines in the humanities and social sciences to promote an understanding of contemporary Asia. Areas of special concern include cultural studies, ethnicity, development, economics, foreign affairs, language, literature, migration, politics and religion.

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Asian Review (ASIAN)
Volume: 34, Issue: 2 (July - December 2021)

	Introduction: Human Rights As A Development Right
	Kalinga Seneviratne
	Page: 1 - 6
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	The Spiritual Basis of The Struggle for Alternative Societies
	Chandra Muzaffar
	Page: 7 - 15
	[Abstract] [PDF] There has never been a situation where humankind as a whole is faced with a multitude of challenges all at the same time in different spheres of life. This is partly because we are all being drawn — whatever our cultures and ideologies — into the same pattern of modernization which is supposed to signify progress. There are, in fact, two processes at work in this transformation of the entire globe into a certain pattern of existence. At the deeper level, there is a definite notion of the individual, the community, nature, and technology, which is embodied in that worldview associated with development and modernization. A spiritual vision of the human being and humanity is vital for the struggle of the alternatives as a whole. Alternative advocates also believe that it is only in small and medium-sized communities that the human being will be in a position to shape his destiny. This paper discusses the basis of this struggle for alternative societies to save humankind.

	Engaged Buddhist Community as a Human Right Response: A Case of Buddhist Participatory Communication
	Palphol Rodloytuk
	Page: 16 - 40
	[Abstract] [PDF] Religions have played very important roles in resolving conflicts and problems for mankind in addition to providing the paths to happiness and salvations based on their uniquely defined traditions and frameworks. In the past several decades, where world problems have become more complex, including peace and conflict resolution, requiring more complex international standards and frameworks, the declaration of human rights was announced, promulgated, and implemented into governance and development policies adopted by many countries worldwide, in order to facilitate the ways that problems, conflicts, and various causes of suffering could be solved, with clear international standards and guidelines.

	Authoritarianism and People-Centric Development in Asian Context
	Jayasri Priyalal Maggonage
	Page: 41 - 62
	[Abstract] [PDF] What are the successes and failures of the Asian authoritarian political systems, and how they have evolved over the centuries? Thus, Chinese history became a chapter of human civilization. The famous saying reminds us that; those who cannot cope with changes will never initiate changes. What are those changes, and how did the rulers, emperors, and party leaders in China adjust to the change is worth exploring academically from a historical point of view, The salient features of the code of conduct the rulers adopted presumably gave the numerous emperors a sense of direction to apply autocratic rule yet maintained a semblance of inclusive growth targeting their subjects. To what extent do those principles differ from the benchmarked guiding principles, explored to uncover the new learning points to make sustainable development goals a reality in this paper. Unique development models that enabled inclusive growth in the ancient Asian Empires are examined extensively. How did the rulers ensure continuity and connectivity of Authoritarianism critically analyzed, focusing on the Peoples Republic of China.

	Migrant Workers Rights from a Human Rights Perspective
	Padma Rani
	Page: 63 - 85
	[Abstract] [PDF] Migrant workers constitute 59% of the migrant population. Migrants contribute to growth and development in their place of destination, while the place of origin benefits from their remittances and the skills acquired. Migration is here to stay, it has multiple benefits, and it is a fundamental human right to work and move in freedom. The two main approaches to deal with migration-the migration management and the human rights approach. The human rights approach is based on international human rights law. Under international human rights law, all migrants are entitled to respect, protection, and full enjoyment of their human rights, regardless of their migration status. This paper will deal with the provisions for the protection of migrant labour's and examine the provisions by looking at cases of migrant labour. Also, examine the plight of migrant labour during Covid-19 in the light of travel restrictions, loss of employment and stigma.

	The COVID-19 Pandemic and Human Rights Limitation: The Role of Trust and Communication in Vietnam
	Van Thanh Vu
	Page: 86 - 104
	[Abstract] [PDF] The COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented health crisis in modern history, causing disruption and chaos to the usual way of life, and requiring radical measures. This study investigates how willingly Vietnamese people cooperate with their government’s anti-pandemic measures, which limit their right to assembly, privacy and freedom of movement during the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings show that the region of residence of the respondents influences their cooperation with government’s measures. It has also been found that the more the respondents have trust in the government as an important agency in pandemic management, the more they cooperate with the government’s measures.

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