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Assessing The Level Of Participation Of Small Stakeholders In International Water Management Projects For Food Security In Lower Mekong Basin: The Case Of Rice Production In The Khong-Loei-Chi-Mun Project, Pauline Essouri
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
The Khong-Chi-Mun was a partially realized irrigation project in Northeast Thailand under the “Greening Isaan” plan of development. Afterward, the Thai government revived it in 2012 under the new name “Khong-Loei-Chi-Mun” (KLCM) This new mega-project aimed to improve water access to the region to increase agricultural rice production and answer to a rising worldwide food demand. However, the suitability of such a plan for the region was criticized for the lack of integration of local context and knowledge, a situation that could be avoided with the participation of local representation in the decision-making process. This study aimed to assess if …
Unity In Diversity: Exploring Central Thai Speaker’S Attitudes Towards Thai Dialects Through A Linguistic Approach, Tristan Aidan Pennell
Unity In Diversity: Exploring Central Thai Speaker’S Attitudes Towards Thai Dialects Through A Linguistic Approach, Tristan Aidan Pennell
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
At least 60.9% of people in Thailand speak a minority language natively. Despite a history of political nationalism suppressing dialects and minority languages, Thais seem to accept this linguistic diversity. This study explored attitudes of Central Thai speakers towards the main dialects, generally and by comparing two age groups: 18-30 and 45+. A Verbal-Guise technique-based survey gaining 145 respondents was conducted, with 76 of the younger age group and 69 of the older age group. The survey asked Central Thai people to evaluate recordings of three Thai dialects: Northern, North-eastern and Southern. Using Symbolic Domination, a theory analysing power relations …
Exploring The Barriers To Education And Employment For Hmong Women In Sapa, Vietnam, Connor John Kidd
Exploring The Barriers To Education And Employment For Hmong Women In Sapa, Vietnam, Connor John Kidd
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
In the mountainous region of Sapa, Vietnam, the Hmong community navigates the complex interplay of preserving their cultural identity amidst immense pressure to modernize. This thesis, centered on Hmong women, delves into their selective adaptation to contemporary challenges, particularly in education and employment. Using document research, a survey, and fieldwork this study draws from both historical data and firsthand accounts. These findings highlight significant disparities in educational attainment and employment opportunities when compared to the national average. Notably, issues of linguistic barriers, cultural priorities, and systemic underrepresentation emerge as primary obstacles. This research illuminates the unique socio-economic dynamics faced by …
The Popularity Of Thai Y Series In Japan, Taiki Yamamoto
The Popularity Of Thai Y Series In Japan, Taiki Yamamoto
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
The burgeoning popularity of the Thai Y series within Japan presents a captivating case study of cultural diffusion and media influence in the contemporary era. This paper explores the underlying dynamics behind this phenomenon, focusing on the interplay between social media's role in content propagation, the narrative appeal of the series to Japanese audiences, and the unique charm of Thai actors that captivates the same demographic. The research employs a multifaceted approach which incorporates examination of key media platforms, storytelling analysis, interview, and analysis of actors’ appeal. The findings reveal insights into the cultural, and social impact of the Thai …
Research On The Economic And Trade Relations Between China And Asean Rcep, Meng Li
Research On The Economic And Trade Relations Between China And Asean Rcep, Meng Li
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
The trade cooperation between China and ASEAN has endured for nearly three decades, coinciding with a period of rapid global economic development and significant transformations among nations. Despite encountering numerous challenges, the collaboration between China and ASEAN has remained unwavering, leading to remarkable growth in both economies. Meanwhile,the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership(RCEP) signed by China and ASEAN can also more effectively promote bilateral economic and trade cooperation. However, with the changes in the international geopolitical situation, the acceleration of the reconstruction of the global value chain, and the intensification of the strategic game between major powers, there are more uncertainties …
The Asean Way : A Study Of Its Evolution And Contemporary Relevance, Yanmei Zhou
The Asean Way : A Study Of Its Evolution And Contemporary Relevance, Yanmei Zhou
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
The "ASEAN way" does not have a unified definition; it can be seen as a series of codes of conduct formulated by ASEAN to adjust intra-regional conflicts and cooperation. The "ASEAN way" takes the principle of non-interference as its core, and as a process it is based on consultation and consensus. Its main features are informality, weak institutionalization and non-confrontation. This paper attempts to use a long-term historical perspective to study the development and changes of the"ASEAN Way". Through a general review of the history of ASEAN, the paper identifies some typical cases that are more relevant to the "ASEAN …
Study On China-Myanmar Relations After The Myanmar’S Democratic Transformation, Yingting Guo
Study On China-Myanmar Relations After The Myanmar’S Democratic Transformation, Yingting Guo
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Myanmar has a special geographical location, connecting East Asia, Southeast Asia and South Asia. It is located at the intersection of China, India and ASEAN,facing the Andaman Sea (Indian Ocean) in the west and the South China Sea (Pacific Ocean) in the east, which has significant geostrategic significance. For China,Myanmar is an vital part of its neighborhood diplomacy and an essential country along the Belt and Road Initiative. Therefore, in the context of Myanmar's"democratic" reform, it is of great significance to analyze Myanmar's policy towards China and the test of changes and unchanging relations between China and Myanmar. Since the …
China's Influence On Laos' Infrastructure Investment And Lao People's Views On It - The Case Study Of China-Laos Railway, Ziying Cheng
China's Influence On Laos' Infrastructure Investment And Lao People's Views On It - The Case Study Of China-Laos Railway, Ziying Cheng
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
This paper addresses the following question: "Given that China's economic contribution to the China-Laos Railway project is greater than Laos', will China have greater influence in the project than Laos?" In recent years, China and Laos have developed increasingly close relations. In addition, the China-Laos railway has been completed by the end of 2021 as a result of China's continued implementation of its "One Belt, One Road" policy. In the first section of the article, this context is described in detail. Laos has always been the only landlocked nation on the Indo-China Peninsula, and the construction of railways within its …
The Emergence Of The Non-Aligned Foreign Policy Of Burma From The End Of The Second World War To Bandung Conference, Aung Kyaw Min
The Emergence Of The Non-Aligned Foreign Policy Of Burma From The End Of The Second World War To Bandung Conference, Aung Kyaw Min
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Burma has been practicing non-aligned foreign policy since its independence. Most of the literature studied on Burma's foreign policy argued that Burma's non-aligned foreign policy was initiated around 1950. As Burma became a colony under the British Empire from 1886 to 1948, the experience of colonialism might also play an essential role in foreign relations in Burma. After independence, Burma also faced numerous challenges, such as insurgency problems. Therefore, the primary objective of this study is to examine the emergence of the ideological foundation of the non-aligned foreign policy of Burma after the Second World War. Moreover, this study will …
Examining The New Asean Regional Order Shaped By Us-Chinese Strategic Competition-Through The Lens Of Health Security, Yichao Yang
Examining The New Asean Regional Order Shaped By Us-Chinese Strategic Competition-Through The Lens Of Health Security, Yichao Yang
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
The strategic competition between China and the United States in the 21st century has changed the regional order in Asia, and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), as an important region in Asia, has also been affected. Since the end of the Cold War, global politics has begun to consider non-traditional security, including security issues related to the environment, public health, and culture. To understand how US-China competition affects ASEAN, this article will focus on public health security, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. This paper analyzes some ways in which China and the United States cooperate and confront the …
The Chinese Association In Thailand And Its Development From 1907 To 1963, Daniel Jiang
The Chinese Association In Thailand And Its Development From 1907 To 1963, Daniel Jiang
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
This research argues the history of the Chinese Association in Thailand (CAT) is strongly connected to the transformation of self-identity among the pro-Republic of China Thai Chinese. Since the foundation of CAT in 1907 by the Tongmenghui members, the association itself represents the rise of Chinese nationalism amongst ethnic Chinese in Siam. The Chinese nationalism in Thailand was challenged by several major factors during the following periods: first was the rise of Siamese nationalism that clashed with the Chinese nationalism since the reign of Rama VI in the 1910s; second was the anti-Chinese policies during the second World War, as …
East Asia’S Soft Power Competition In Southeast Asia: A Case Study Of Public Diplomacy Efforts In Promoting Japanese, Chinese, And Korean Language Learning In Thailand Since The 2000s, Nala Han
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Japan and China are major superpowers in Asia with historically and economically close relations to Southeast Asia, while Korea remained relatively invisible until the 19th century. The different historical ties of these three countries with Southeast Asia have resulted in different approaches to the region. This study examines how Japan, China, and Korea have expanded their presence in Southeast Asia, focusing on their use of soft power. Soft power, a concept introduced by Joseph Nye Jr. in the 1990s, has become essential in understanding the power dynamics of the international community. The research specifically looks at the efforts of the …
Glocalization Of Bronze Drums In Southeast Asia: The Case Of Bronze Drums In State Ceremonies Of Thailand, Taixing Li
Glocalization Of Bronze Drums In Southeast Asia: The Case Of Bronze Drums In State Ceremonies Of Thailand, Taixing Li
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
The Bronze Drum is a living specimen of Southeast Asian culture and a testimony to the development of Southeast Asian societies for more than 2,000 years. The Bronze Drum has been inherited dynamically hitherto, and the Thai state ceremonies still adopt it. However, current scholarship on Bronze Drums is confined chiefly to static studies, which caused the omission of the essence of glocalization. This thesis adopts the theory of glocalization, namely that the Bronze Drum is the result of the interpenetration of the global and the local, resulting in unique outcomes in a specific geographic location, and then applies an …
Digital Nomadism In Southeast Asia: Its Cultural Identities And The New Labor Model, Wenjue Zhong
Digital Nomadism In Southeast Asia: Its Cultural Identities And The New Labor Model, Wenjue Zhong
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
This thesis examines the cultural identity of digital nomads in Southeast Asia and its impact on their evolving labor model. Employing qualitative interviews and document research, the study investigates the lifestyles of these contemporary nomads. The research reveals a finding: despite roaming abroad, digital nomads maintain a strong connection to their national identity. This intriguing phenomenon demonstrates the persistence of cultural heritage in shaping their self-identity. Unlike traditional global nomads, digital nomads display a more utility-oriented approach, where their nomadic lifestyle is deeply interwoven with their work status. Consequently, digital nomadism emerges as a unique labor model, reflecting the transformative …
Street Protests In Thailand During 2019 To 2022, Wending Zhang
Street Protests In Thailand During 2019 To 2022, Wending Zhang
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
The Covid-19 pandemic was adversely affecting Thailand amidst strong attacks especially by the youth groups on the government. The main force of Thai youth protests has made street protests in Thailand different from those of the past. By problematizing this emerging phenomenon, this paper proposes to tackle two research questions. How are the protests in Thailand during the Covid-19 pandemic different from those the past? How does the massive outbreak of protests generate implications for present and future Thailand? Therefore, this paper combines the theories of Radical Politics, Digital Activism and Contentious Politics, adopts qualitative research and quantitative research, mainly …
Chinese Cultural Symbols In Thailand : A Study Of Mazu Belief In The Chinese Community In Bangkok Chinatown, Tongtong Xu
Chinese Cultural Symbols In Thailand : A Study Of Mazu Belief In The Chinese Community In Bangkok Chinatown, Tongtong Xu
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
The overseas Chinese living around the world constitute a unique and far-reaching social group in the development of modern human history. While seeking survival and development in foreign lands, they also spread Chinese culture to the world, creatively integrating Chinese culture, territorial culture, and other cultures, forming a distinctive culture of overseas Chinese. Due to the historical environment, geographical conditions, and background factors of transportation, Southeast Asia now has the largest number of overseas Chinese in the world. Among them, overseas Chinese living in Thailand have long been integrated into the mainstream of their economy, politics, and culture. Many Chinese …
Folk Beliefs, Religions And Cultural Tourism In Modern Vietnamese Society: A Case Study Of Perfume Temple Festival, Xuan Wang
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
This thesis presents an analysis of the folk beliefs and cultural tourism in modern Vietnam through a case study of the Perfume Temple Festival. It is presumed that folk beliefs and traditional folklore have always constituted the spiritual foundation of Vietnamese people in present day society. It is found that the introduction of religions from outside Vietnam does not affect traditional folk beliefs. These religious beliefs have been integrated into Vietnamese beliefs and traditional culture. This integration contributes to the stability and harmony of modern Vietnamese society. The Perfume Temple Festival, as one of the biggest national temple festivals, embodies …
Public Perception On Privacy And Acceptance Of Contact Tracing Application For Controlling The Spread Of Covid-19 In Quang Ninh, Vietnam, Hung Gia Do
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Since personal data has become valuable resources in the digital age, the concern of people on privacy turns to be more sensitive and significant among Vietnamese young adults. However, when the government introduced contact tracing application (Bluezone) in April 2020 to trace the movement of people with the aim in controlling the spread of COVID-19, the public attitude changed significantly. As time goes by, many comments on social networks and reviews on the Bluezone app had shown positive attitudes when people gradually accepted Bluezone and recommended others to download the app on their phone. With a case study in Quang …
Rohingya Refugee Assimilation In Bangladesh : A Case Study Of Cox’S Bazar, Safen Roy
Rohingya Refugee Assimilation In Bangladesh : A Case Study Of Cox’S Bazar, Safen Roy
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Refugees and forced migration are recurrent tragedies in today's world. Despite the efforts of international organizations and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to address the global refugee crisis, there are obstacles to overcome and a negative attitude toward refugees among host nations. In most situations involving developing countries, host towns struggle to manage their populations and the influx of refugees. This thesis aims to look at the Rohingya refugee surge in Bangladesh. Bangladesh is a developing country reliant on international assistance to deal with the Rohingya influx in 2017. With the influx of Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh, this paper demonstrates that the …
The Comparative Study Of U.S.-China Soft Power Diplomacy To Asean, Hui Ma
The Comparative Study Of U.S.-China Soft Power Diplomacy To Asean, Hui Ma
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
This paper addresses the following question: “How have China and the U.S. Used soft power diplomacy differently in ASEAN countries in recent times?” Soft power has been a key topic of global interest for more than thirty years. Joseph Nye has defined soft power as “the ability [of states] to obtain preferred outcomes by attraction rather than coercion or payment.”[1] It is something embodied in a country's "cultural values, social system, development model, way of life, and ideology" and an important component of a country's comprehensive national power. A key way to generate “attraction” is through culture, especially cultural diplomacy. …
The Cultural Assimilation Of The Hakka Communities In Southeast Asia : The Case Of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia And Bangkok, Thailand, Douglas Philip Labadin
The Cultural Assimilation Of The Hakka Communities In Southeast Asia : The Case Of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia And Bangkok, Thailand, Douglas Philip Labadin
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Since migrating from China, the Hakka communities have continued to spread all around the world, especially in the Southeast Asian region. This research puts focus on the cultural assimilation of the Hakka communities in Malaysia and Thailand, with special reference to Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok. The aspects of culture here is referring to the festivals and ceremonies, religion and worship, the Hakka association, the use of the Hakka dialect, the Hakka cuisines and delicacies, as well as the art and culture that remains until today. The aim is to compare the similarities and differences of the Hakka communities in these …
Vietnam-India Security Relations: Extrapolating India’S Potential Role In The Maintenance Of Balance Of Power In Aasen, Felix Jonas Jantz
Vietnam-India Security Relations: Extrapolating India’S Potential Role In The Maintenance Of Balance Of Power In Aasen, Felix Jonas Jantz
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
The thesis examines why and how Vietnam-India security relations have deepened significantly in reaction to the shifting geopolitical landscape of the Indo-Pacific. As Vietnam has to date been the ASEAN state that has engaged most deeply with India’s potential to be a regional security partner, the thesis focusses on ascertaining the factors that have led these two countries to develop a deeper security relationship than other states in the region. Following the analysis of the big geopolitical shifts that drive the two partners’ willingness to cooperate more deeply, the progression of bilateral security arrangements is analyzed, both in terms of …
Sino-Burmese Overland Trade Under Dual-Overlordship System In Qing Dynasty With Special Focus On Tea Trade In Sipsong Panna, Jingli Bai
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Overland trade had played a significant role in the interactions among China, Southeast Asia and South Asia for centuries. Though maritime trading raised in fifteenth century overwhelmingly attracts more attention from scholars, overland route was far from inconsiderable. Continental commercial intercourse essentially affected the demography, politics and also modernization process of Southern China and mainland Southeast Asia to a large range. During 17th to early 20th century, represented by several Shan states, Sino-Burmese frontier trade reached another peak. Enormous commodities carried by caravans shuttled on Tai leaders’ domains. By tributing to both China and Myanmar courts, Tai leaders received recognition …
Bribes And Merits: Exchange Mechanisms In Thai Society, Enrico Bargnani
Bribes And Merits: Exchange Mechanisms In Thai Society, Enrico Bargnani
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Animist beliefs continue to play an important role for Thai people in the 21st century, forged by sacred yet intermittent interactions in everyday life. The appeal of spirits’ power, and perhaps the fear of them, appears to offer benefits with a worldly-focus that sometimes exceeds or at least complement the more other-worldly scope of Theravada Buddhism. Joining animism and Buddhism, seems to be the idea of an exchange taking place with something to be given and something to be received. Scholars have long debated on the matter of Thai faith, formulating various academic theories to account for the co-existence of …
Chinese Media's Stance On Thailand's 2014 Coup D'État By Prayut Chan-O-Cha, Han Shih
Chinese Media's Stance On Thailand's 2014 Coup D'État By Prayut Chan-O-Cha, Han Shih
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Due to political unstableness, Thailand has faced coup d’état for more than 20 times since 1932 Revolution. After the political system has been changed to constitutional monarchy, Thailand’s citizens expected to live within democratic system. However, what they have experienced after 1932 is purely repetitive coups. In the scope of the most recent coup in 2014, initiated by General Prayut Chan-o-Cha, this paper explores how Chinese state-owned/pro-state medias, including China’s Global Times, Hong Kong’s South China Morning Post, Taiwan’s Central News Agency & Singapore’s Straits Times, reported on Thailand’s 2014 coup. From the viewpoint of ownership and news reportage, this …
Taiwan As A Norm Entrepreneur : Advocating People-Centred Values In Southeast Asia, Ssu-Yu Chou
Taiwan As A Norm Entrepreneur : Advocating People-Centred Values In Southeast Asia, Ssu-Yu Chou
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
This research looks at the relations between Taiwan and Southeast Asia under President Tsai Ing-wen's first term (2016-2020) as her administration launched the people-centred New Southbound policy by analysing Taiwan's political discourse and interviewing shareholders in the policy projects. It argues that Taiwan acts as a norm entrepreneur framing its initiative and persuading targeted countries to join hands in development matters for people's well-being in the region. In turn, the people-centred rebranding is expected to justify and normalise cooperation at non- and semi-governmental levels with Taiwan without violating the one-China policy since the policy mainly aims to forge socio-economic partnerships. …
The Popularity Of K-Pop In North East India: Case On The Increasing Fame Of Bts Between 14-29 Age Group, Eshani Bora
The Popularity Of K-Pop In North East India: Case On The Increasing Fame Of Bts Between 14-29 Age Group, Eshani Bora
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
Hallyu Wave or Korean Wave in North East India began in the late 1990s pirated CDs, DVDs, and the Korean TV channel in Manipur due the Revolutionary People's Front ordered a ban on Hindi films and TV channels. The popularity of the Hallyu Wave has been present in the North East ever since due to many physical and cultural similarities. Today, due to the popularity of BTS, a seven-member boy group from South Korea who are the biggest boy group in the world have immensely popularized K-POP to the youth. Due to limited studies on K-POP in North East India, …
The Study Of Women Leaders In Southeast Asia, Jin Meichen
The Study Of Women Leaders In Southeast Asia, Jin Meichen
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
In a patriarchal society, the subjection of women to men is a universal custom, so any departure from it appears unnatural. However, since the very early time in Southeast Asia, females enjoyed a relatively high status and independence. They also took important roles no matter in the family or the society. As a result, there were many outstanding women leaders and elite women throughout history. However, the concept of patriarchy still affects Southeast Asia society. It is more common for a man to hold the position of leader in society. This article studied female leaders of Southeast Asia during the …
A Comparative Study Of B-Class Culture And Kawaii Culture: A Case Study Of Pengsoo And Kumamon, Cai Wantong
A Comparative Study Of B-Class Culture And Kawaii Culture: A Case Study Of Pengsoo And Kumamon, Cai Wantong
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
B-class culture is a unique type of South Korean culture, growing in popularity among the young Korean generation. Kawaii culture is the culture of cuteness in Japan, which has become an essential part of modern Japanese culture. In 2020, B-class representative- Pengsoo was accused of copying the Kawaii mascot- Kumamon. Most people compare them in terms of their appearance and PR strategies instead of their cultures. This thesis compares B-class culture and Kawaii culture based on the stratification, production, and consumption function theories. Through document information and sentiment analysis, B-class culture and Kawaii culture share similar generational stratification between the …
Sky Castle: A Reflection Of Challenges Of Family Institution In Korean Society Through Tv Drama, Kittiwat Jongchalermchai
Sky Castle: A Reflection Of Challenges Of Family Institution In Korean Society Through Tv Drama, Kittiwat Jongchalermchai
Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)
The purpose of this research is to investigate the existence of family institution in the context of changes in Korean society, as well as the societal reflections that come from them and the impact of education on family institutions. The methodology of this study is documentary research, which entails locating papers on current social issues in Korea, as well as content analysis, which examines scenes and dialogue in the series "Sky Castle". According to the study, Korean society places a high priority on scholastic achievement that it puts children under pressure and stress. All of these are represented through the …