ABOUT
Asia Centre is a research institute that aims to create social impact in the region. It was first established in Bangkok, Thailand in 2015 and in 2018 a second Centre was established in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. In 2021, Asia Centre was granted the UN ECOSOC Special Consultative Status. The Centre undertakes evidence-based research, convenes events and amplifies its work through media and social media engagement.
MEETING SPACE
Asia Centre manages a boutique meeting space for rent in central Bangkok, Thailand that is suitable for workshops and trainings. Well connected by public transport, it is 1 minute away from the Phayathai BTS and Airport Link.
Annual conference
7th International Conference – Freedom of Expression in Asia
Overview This conference will assess the state of freedom of expression in Asia in the aftermath of the onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic. On the back of rising autocracy, academic,
UPCOMING EVENTS
ASEAN-EU Relations in light of the War in Ukraine
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations and the European Union elevated their relationship to a “Strategic Partnership” in 2020. Since then, the Corona and other
7th International Conference – Freedom of Expression in Asia
Overview This conference will assess the state of freedom of expression in Asia in the aftermath of the onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic. On the
STOP: Crimes Against Female Journalists
In Asia, as elsewhere, crimes against female journalists include physical attacks, harassment, abuses, and other gender-based violence. However, often complaints into these crimes against female
Electoral Reforms Can Ensure Multiparty Democracy In Southeast Asia
A range of electoral reforms are needed if multiparty democracy is to take root in Southeast Asia. Reforms related to electoral laws, the media, independence
Asia Centre’s Steps Up its Engagement in Geneva
Giving effect to its 5-year strategic plan to 2027, to step up its engagement with UN human rights mechanisms and international organisations, Asia Centre undertook
Disinformation Winner of 2022 Philippines Presidential Election
Disinformation, and lots over it over social media, was the predicted winner of the 2022 Philippines Presidential Elections. This was the sentiment of speakers and
Analysing the direction of Thai press freedom on World Press Freedom Day
Reporters wait for the general election results in Bangkok, Thailand, March 24, 2019. REUTERS/Soe Zeya Tun Dr. James Gomez, Regional Director of Asia Centre, was
COVID-19 and Infodemic in Southeast Asia
Download Full Report In the academic article “COVID-19 and Infodemic in Southeast Asia” published in the first issue of Thai Media Fund Journal, Dr. James Gomez
Journalists Tell of Growing Asian Inequality
An op-ed based on the 2021-2022 Journalism for an Equitable Asia Award, jointly convened by Asia Centre and Oxfam International, was published in Cambodianess on
Contact Us
Phone: +662 129 3773
Email: info@asiacentre.org
We Are Here
ASIA CENTRE
128/183 Phayathai Plaza Building, 17st Fl. Phaya Thai Rd,
Thung Phaya Thai Sub-dictrict, Ratchathewi District,
Bangkok 10400 Thailand
Transport
BTS Phaya Thai Exit 1
Airport Rail Link Phaya Thai