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A high school student studies Chinese, a language spoken by one-fifth of the world's population.

Improving Students’ Capacity in Foreign Languages

Why foreign language instruction is important, and practical tips on how to build successful programs. more
Kent Kedl, greater China and north Asia managing director for global risk consultancy Control Risks.

Video: The Five Biggest Challenges to Doing Business in China

"As business people, our goal is to reduce complexity," said Kent Kedl, greater China and north Asia managing director for global risk consultancy Control Risks. "China resists that at every turn." more
Yale professor Stephen Roach talks at Asia Society in New York on March 27, 2013. (Elsa Ruiz/Asia Society)

Video: Stephen Roach's 5 Keys to Maintaining China's Economy

In a lively discussion with China bear Jim Chanos, economist (and China bull) Stephen Roach notes the key areas of reform he thinks China will implement to continue on a succesful path for growth. more

'Amazing' Interactive Map Shows China is Only One Part of Apple Supply Chain

Produced by Asia Society's ChinaFile website, the map allows readers to view the global scope of Apple's suppliers in "a more tangible, real way." more
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How Schools Can Successfully Partner with Local Businesses

One school network raised graduation rates to 97% through smart partnerships. Learn how. more
Orville Schell's remarks at the launch event in San Francisco on Oct. 10, 2012. (2 min., 33 sec.)

Chinese Direct Investment in California

Asia Society report focuses on opportunities for Chinese investment in California. more
Highlights from the 'Jugaad Innovation' panel in Mumbai on June 4, 2012. (7 min., 54 sec.)

Jugaad Innovation: Lessons from the Developing World for Business Worldwide

Speakers relate how creative ingenuity and innovation from developing countries can be incorporated into business innovation strategy anywhere. more

US Ambassador: Downgrade Would Set Back India's Hopes

Standard & Poor's possible downgrade of India's investment status "reflects some of the current problems India is having," said Ambassador Nancy Powell. more

US Ambassador: Downgrade Would Set Back India's Hopes

Standard & Poor's possible downgrade of India's investment status "reflects some of the current problems India is having," said Ambassador Nancy Powell. more

US Ambassador: Downgrade Would be 'Setback to India's Hopes to Grow'

Standard & Poor's possible downgrade of India's investment status "reflects some of the current problems India is having," U.S. Ambassador to India Nancy Powell said Friday at Asia Society Studios in New York. more