January THE BLUE EDITION AG No . 164 Issue 1 / 2024 Our colour-themed collection would not be complete without The Blue Edition , our salute to all things water . This vital resource powers Asia ’ s cities through the planet ’ s biggest hydroelectricity facilities and drives a vibrant tourism industry reliant on peerless marine biodiversity . And with water lying at the heart of the sustainability crisis in the region , we consider how much longer Asia ’ s vast blue-collar workforce can continue manufacturing the world ’ s goods . |
March THE RED EDITION AG No . 165 Issue 2 / 2024 With its symbolism of luck , happiness , fertility , energy and wealth in Chinese culture , red has a special significance in Asia . Marking the importance of the colour across the region , The Red Edition not only looks at its cultural and religious power , but also at its strong associations with politics , authoritarianism , and conflict , and the consequences for Asia ’ s oppressed minority groups . |
May THE RAINBOW EDITION AG No . 166 Issue 3 / 2024 As the world observes Pride Month in June , Asia ’ s growing LGBTQ scene is ready for a party , with rainbowcoloured marches , drag shows , live cabaret , comedy performances , and more taking place all over the region . We join in the celebrations , taking a critical look at how LGBTQ communities are being embraced , tolerated , and marginalised across Asia . |
July SILVER ANNIVERSARY EDITION AG No . 167 Issue 4 / 2024 In September 1999 , ASIAN Geographic , an exciting new magazine dedicated to Asia hit newsstands , and a quarter of a century later , we ’ re still going strong , uncovering the region ’ s most captivating cultures , landscapes , and wildlife . Our celebration of that milestone achievement , this collectible Silver Anniversary Edition looks back at those amazing 25 years , examines how Asia has changed , and considers the challenges our region faces in the future . |
September KALEIDOSCOPIC ADVENTURES AGP No . 168 Issue 5 / 2024 Paint the town red with us as we journey across the continent to discover the vibrant hues that define travel in the region . Whether it ’ s the orange-tinged temples of Bagan in Myanmar , the earthy tones of the Chocolate Hills in the Philippines , or the verdant tea plantations of Sri Lanka ’ s high country , we ’ re revelling in all of Asia ’ s colours ! |
Nov / Dec THE BLACK AND WHITE EDITION AG No . 169 Issue 6 / 2024 Steeped in cultural and religious practices that have been kept alive for centuries , Asia is among the most historically rich continents on Earth . In The Black and White Edition , a special issue that embraces the monochrome and sepia shades of history , we travel the region in search of forgotten customs , age-old culinary traditions , and ancient architecture . |