On January 24, 2025, Col DPK Pillay, a Research Fellow at Manohar Parrikar IDSA, delivered a Keynote Address at the International Conference on ‘Asia’s Maritime History and Identity at Cultural Crossroads’. The event took place on January 23-24, 2025, and was organized by Kristu Jayanti College Bangalore in collaboration with the University of Auckland, New Zealand.
During the conference, attendees had the opportunity to delve into discussions surrounding Asia’s maritime history and its influence on cultural crossroads. Col DPK Pillay’s Keynote Address shed light on the significance of this topic and its implications for the region. The event aimed to foster a deeper understanding of Asia’s maritime past and how it continues to shape identities and interactions in the present day.
Images from the conference capture the essence of the discussions and presentations that took place. The visual documentation provides a glimpse into the diverse perspectives and insights shared by participants. Through these images, the vibrant and engaging atmosphere of the conference is brought to life, showcasing the exchange of ideas and knowledge that occurred during the event.
