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Video: Election Ushers in 'New Model' of Democracy for Pakistan

Asia Society Senior Advisor Hassan Abbas tells CNN that although Nawaz Sharif won the prime ministership for the third time in his career, the election showed progress in Pakistan's democratic system. more
Expert: Pakistan Election Outcome Hinges on Voter Turnout, Safety

Asia Society Senior Advisor Hassan Abbas says former Pakistan cricket star Imran Khan could win this weekend's election if voters come out in large numbers. more
Video: Evan Osnos on the 'High Bar' of the New 'Chinese Dream'

The New Yorker's China correspondent on the meaning behind Chinese President Xi Jinping's political slogan, and the obstacles in its way. more
For Pakistan's Elite, Facebook Turns Into a Political Battleground Ahead of Election

Facebook is turning into an unlikely virtual platform that allows Pakistan’s elite to remain engaged in political campaigning. more
Video: Nandan Nilekani on How Technology Can Transform India

Nadan Nilekani, the billionaire entrepreneur from India, appears at Asia Society in New York on Thursday, April 25 to discuss how India can leverage "leapfrog" technology to spur development. more
The Pope and China's Communist Party: More Similar Than You Think

A decision, cloaked in secrecy, that would affect more than a billion people. Speculation on whether the chosen one would be a "conservative" or a "reformer." Which leadership change are we talking about? more
Book Excerpt: How Japan's 'National Nightmare' Became Part of Normal Politics

Did the 3/11 quake, tsunami, and nuclear meltdown lead to any fundamental change in how Japan is run? more
Hassan Abbas: Sectarian Violence in Pakistan Result of 'Bigotry, Ignorance'

In an interview with World Politics Review, Asia Society Senior Advisor Hassan Abbas discusses the reasons behind the recent wave of ethnic violence in Pakistan. more
South Korea's New President Promises Era of 'Trustpolitik'

The first female president of South Korea, Park Geun-hye, took the oath of office today during a time of opportunities and critical challenges for South Korea. more
Economic Reform in Myanmar: The Long Road Ahead

Despite some promising reforms, economic conditions remain dire for the majority of people in Myanmar, cautions Asia Society Senior Advisor Sean Turnell. more
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