ASEF Culture360 | Connecting Asia and Europe through arts and culture


Get in-depth perspectives through commissioned articles, interviews and reports on current topics for Asia-Europe cultural relations.


By culture360

26 Mar 2025

Podcast | A conversation on cultural mobility in India

Podcast | A conversation on cultural mobility in India

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In this episode of 'Opportunities for Mobility & More', ASEF culture360 touches on the growth of cultural mobility in India and how mobility funders are shaping the landscape of cross-cultural …

By Maria Elena De Matteo

25 Feb 2025

Driving Sustainability in the Dance Music Industry: ADE Green 2024

Driving Sustainability in the Dance Music Industry: ADE Green 2024

As a leading electronic music festival part of Amsterdam Dance Event, what can we learn from ADE Green in inspiring change for a more sustainable and equitable music industry?

By Kapil Paharia

18 Feb 2025

Podcast | Why Puppetry is Always at the Periphery?

Podcast | Why Puppetry is Always at the Periphery?

Explore the marginalisation of puppetry as an art form, despite its strong cultural roots.

By Sumaira Malik

11 Feb 2025

Pakistan's Climate Crisis: Beyond Environmental Concerns to Economic, Social, and Cultural Resilience

Pakistan's Climate Crisis: Beyond Environmental Concerns to Economic, Social, and Cultural Resilience

Following devastating natural disasters in Pakistan, Sumaira Malik highlights how the country's creative and cultural industries play a crucial role in climate adaptation and promoting environmental sustainability.

By culture360

06 Feb 2025

Media Partnership | Interview with Krack! Printmaking Collective

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As part of culture360's Media Partnership with Krack! Printmaking Collective, we speak to Sukma Smita, Artistic Director of the TRILOGIA Printmaking Festival, to uncover the festival's journey and their aspirations …

By Roli Mahajan

04 Feb 2025

Beyond Exhibitions: Forging a Sustainable and Inclusive Visual Arts Ecosystem

Beyond Exhibitions: Forging a Sustainable and Inclusive Visual Arts Ecosystem

Explore how the Chennai Photo Biennial (CPB) Foundation integrates sustainability into its programmes, from making more environmentally conscious exhibition choices to embracing inclusive curatorial practices.

By culture360

27 Jan 2025

Media Partnership | Interview with Guwahati Asian Film Festival 2025

Media Partnership | Interview with Guwahati Asian Film Festival 2025

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As part of culture360's Media Partnership with Guwahati Asian Film Festival (GAFF), we speak to Himjyoti Talukdar, GAFF's Creative Director, on the conception of the festival and the state of …

By Quỳnh Nguyễn

21 Jan 2025

Is performance art a sustainable approach in the contemporary art scene in Viet Nam?

Is performance art a sustainable approach in the contemporary art scene in Viet Nam?

Quỳnh Nguyễn explores the sustainability of performance art in Viet Nam, highlighting its evolution, challenges, and the unique role it plays in a society with limitations on expression.

By Madhura Dutta

13 Jan 2025

Principles of Sustainability within the Traditional Creative Industries of India

Principles of Sustainability within the Traditional Creative Industries of India

Rooted in natural resources and local craftsmanship, find out how India's traditional creative industry embodies the principles of sustainability.

By culture360

10 Dec 2024

Podcast | The sustainability edition with Theodora Agni

Podcast | The sustainability edition with Theodora Agni

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In this episode of 'Opportunities for Mobility & More', ASEF culture360 discusses the intersection of environmental sustainability, cultural mobility and the challenges Indonesia faces in navigating these issues with Theodora …

By culture360

04 Dec 2024

Podcast | A conversation on cultural mobility with Theodora Agni

Podcast | A conversation on cultural mobility with Theodora Agni

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In this episode of 'Opportunities for Mobility & More', ASEF culture360 speaks with Theodora Agni, touching on the growth of Indonesia's arts and cultural scene and cultural mobility after COVID-19.

By culture360

26 Nov 2024

Podcast | The sustainability edition with Liu Xiaoyi

Podcast | The sustainability edition with Liu Xiaoyi

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ASEF culture360 speaks with Liu Xiaoyi in our podcast 'Opportunities for Mobility & More' about sustainable and slow travel in China, staying longer and building lasting connections.

By culture360

20 Nov 2024

Rethinking Cultural Diplomacy: Insights from ASEF LinkUp webinar

Rethinking Cultural Diplomacy: Insights from ASEF LinkUp webinar

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What were the main insights from ‘Rethinking Cultural Diplomacy: Innovative Approaches and Collaborative Strategies’? Find out about the evolving role of cultural diplomacy, what it means and its future possibilities.

By culture360

14 Nov 2024

Podcast | A conversation on cultural mobility with Liu Xiaoyi

Podcast | A conversation on cultural mobility with Liu Xiaoyi

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ASEF culture360 speaks with Liu Xiaoyi, in episode 2 of our podcast 'Opportunities for Mobility & More', who shares about the complexities and opportunities of working in China.

By culture360

06 Nov 2024

Media Partnership | Interview with Tom Tandio, Art Jakarta Fair Director

Media Partnership | Interview with Tom Tandio, Art Jakarta Fair Director

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As part of culture360's Media Partnership with Art Jakarta, we speak to Fair Director, Tom Tandio, who shares insights on the contemporary art scene of Southeast Asia.