This research project seeks to understand perspectives from Asia on the dynamics, limits and possibilities of humanitarian action. This is against the background of increasing contributions to global governance from the region. The research project will also assess the current status of multilateral humanitarian settings, review bilateral humanitarian cooperation and discuss the evolving role of non-traditional humanitarian actors. This project reflects on the commitments made at the World Humanitarian Summit 2016 in which stakeholders from different sectors came together to identify ways in which to reform the global humanitarian system. The follow up conference will bring together these scholars to share their perspectives and contribute them to a special edition of a journal or edited volume.