The Asiatic Journal

The Asiatic Journal, published from 1816 to 1845, was a British periodical that provided news, reports, and insights about Asia, particularly India, China, and the surrounding regions. It aimed to inform European readers about current events, political developments, trade, culture, and society in Asia during the colonial era. The journal served as a key source of information for merchants, diplomats, and scholars interested in Asian affairs, helping to shape British understanding and policies related to the region. Its reports contributed significantly to Western knowledge about Asia during the early 19th century.