Recent genomic research across diverse Asian populations has unveiled an intricate web of ancestral lineages, highlighting the continent’s role as a pivotal crossroads for human migration. By analyzing thousands of genetic samples, scientists have identified multiple waves of migration that contributed to the current genetic mosaic, challenging long-held assumptions about isolated population histories. These findings emphasize that Asia’s genetic diversity is the result of both ancient interconnections and more recent demographic shifts, shaped by geography, culture, and environmental changes.

Key discoveries include:

  • Evidence of prehistoric contact between East Asian and South Asian groups, suggesting early trade or human movement across vast distances.
  • Identification…