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Photos: Kissinger, Bloomberg, C.H. Tung Join Notables Examining Future of US-China Relations
A slideshow captures speakers, panelists, and special guests at an event centered on potential collaboration between the U.S. and China.
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Video: Mohammad Khazaee, Thomas Pickering Discuss Future of US-Iran Relations
Iran's Ambassador to the United Nations Mohammad Khazaee, and former U.S. Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Thomas Pickering discuss Iran’s nuclear program, Syria, Afghanistan, and the future of U.S.-Iran relations.
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Book Excerpt: 'China Goes Global' by David Shambaugh
A veteran China-watcher describes what it was like to witness Beijing's unfettered display of military might on China's National Day in 2009.
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With Latest Nuclear Test, North Korea Chooses Guns Over Google
Kim Jong Un's most recent provocation perpetuates North Korea's policy of favoring a military-first policy over the needs of its people.
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A Former US Ambassador's Advice on How to Work With Pakistan
Cameron Munter, U.S. envoy to Pakistan from 2010-12, says, "Now is not the time to turn away from Pakistan, despite the frustrations of recent years."
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Mahbubani: China Not Prepared to Be World #1, US Not Ready to Be #2
Singapore's Kishore Mahbubani finds a disturbing reluctance among senior U.S. officials to acknowledge a future where America is no longer Number One.
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Five Ways John Kerry Can Transform US Foreign Policy Toward Asia
As John Kerry begins his first week as U.S. Secretary of State, he faces numerous opportunities to reshape American foreign policy in Asia.
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Ian Bremmer: Obama Should Team With China on 'Joint Clean Energy Push'
Three questions for political scientist Ian Bremmer, who appears in conversation with Kishore Mahbubani on Wednesday, February 6, at Asia Society in New York. Tune in at 6:30pm ET for the free live webcast.
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The 'Bleak' State of Rule of Law in Sri Lanka
Asia Society Young Leader Bhavani Fonseka says recent events, including the impeachment of the country's first female chief justice, could "have a chilling effect on hopes for a functioning democracy and sustainable peace in Sri Lanka."
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Video: PBS Tackles Iran, Myanmar and Other Thorny Issues in 'Great Decisions'
The eight-part series, produced by the Foreign Policy Association, includes interviews with Asia Society Vice President of Global Policy Programs Suzanne DiMaggio and other foreign policy experts.
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Philippines' UN Suit Against China More About Honor Than Action
Asia Society's Andrew Billo says the Philippines filing of legal claims against China over the South China Sea does not mean the country will risk jeopardizing economic relations with its powerful neighbor.
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