There has always been an unwavering interest in the study of archaeological and ethnographic burial practices in Southeast Asia and the Pacific. Burial sites and practices throughout these regions can provide deep insights into complex human and community dynamics, including mortuary practices, rituals, and perceived identities, among others. Ethnographic observations can also provide new insights on archaeological perceptions of mortuary practice, possible belief systems and discernible identities. Surveys and publications of burial sites within Southeast Asia are frequently not reported in sufficient detail or make only passing reference to current ethnographic observations. This session aims to focus on current interpretations of burial practices, past and present, to provide fresh insights on both old and new documentations. We are interested in research that employs mortuary studies in both the ethnoarchaeological and archaeological context. These will ideally incorporate interdisciplinary methods such as bioarchaeology, material culture studies, ethnography, spatial analysis, and others, to assist in understanding burial contexts within Southeast Asia and the Pacific. We also encourage discussions on the praxis of mortuary analysis within the regions, whether through the lens of local perspectives, or through "bigger picture" understanding.