Sonia Faleiro

Sonia Faleiro, an acclaimed nonfiction journalist, discusses her groundbreaking work on the rise of Buddhist extremism in modern Asia. She highlights how radical monks have weaponized spirituality, transforming peaceful traditions into tools of terror. Faleiro connects colonial legacies, ethnic tensions, and political alliances to the current violence. She also sheds light on the role of transnational networks, the targeting of Muslims, and the brave efforts of dissident monks resisting extremism. Her insights are crucial for understanding this troubling trend.