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Chang-Yau Hoon

Chang-Yau Hoon is a Visiting Senior Fellow at ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute and is Professor of Anthropology at the Institute of Asian Studies, Universiti Brunei Darussalam. He was formerly Director of Centre for Advanced Research, UBD.

Articles by Chang-Yau Hoon (6)

Strengthening Southeast Asian Studies in China

Chang-Yau Hoon

The discipline of Southeast Asian Studies in China is enjoying a second wind.

Brunei’s Strategic Role in Enhancing China-BIMP-EAGA Cooperation

Chang-Yau Hoon|Hafiizh Hashim

Brunei has the potential to drive economic growth in the eastern periphery of ASEAN. Thus far, however, the actualised gains from BIMP-EAGA have lagged behind its potential.

Mandarin Learning in Brunei’s Chinese Schools: Practical Considerations

Chang-Yau Hoon|Hannah M.Y. Ho

The learning of Mandarin in Chinese schools in Brunei is driven less by the projection of Chinese soft power but more by practical considerations.

China's President Xi Jinping (R) meets with Brunei's Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah on the sidelines of the Belt and Road Forum in Beijing. (Photo by Andrea VERDELLI / POOL / AFP)

Mainland Chinese Workers in Brunei Darussalam: Living in a Bubble

Chang-Yau Hoon|Kaili Zhao

The relationship between China and Brunei has grown significantly, but the level of people-to-people exchanges leaves much to be desired.

A series of activities to promote traditional Chinese culture were held at the Confucius Temple in Qufu during the World Internet Conference Nishan Dialogue on Digital Civilization.

Reflections on China’s Latest Global Civilisation Agenda

Chang-Yau Hoon|Ying-kit Chan

China’s Global Civilisation Initiative claims to promote inclusivity and cultural diversity. A litmus test of its credibility would be how China has and will deal with variations of cultures and identities that exist within and outside the country.