Shan Sonthra is a Research Associate at the Centre for Asian Philanthropy & Society (CAPS), where he supports the organization’s research agenda across Asia.
Shan’s expertise spans public policy and economic development, with experience in mixed-methods research and policy communication. He is a published writer on topics of public policy and economics in outlets such as Nikkei Asia and the South China Morning Post.
Before joining CAPS, Shan worked as a research assistant at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), supporting policy research and industry analysis. As a public relations professional, he contributed to communications and thought leadership for financial-sector clients. He also worked as a research consultant, including one for HKUST regarding their newly established medical school.
Shan holds a BSc in social sciences and an MPP from HKUST, where he was the recipient of the Academic Excellence Scholarship. He is a 2023-2025 Targeted Taught Postgraduate Programmes Fellow.