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In Washington on Oct. 7, 2010, Admiral Raja Menon addresses India's rising strategic importance in Asia. (Asia Society Washington Center)

In Asia's Future, a Higher Profile for India

A retired Indian admiral and other experts assess the country's status as a player in 21st century Asian affairs. more
His Excellency Bekhbat Khasbazar speaking in Washington on the state of U.S.-Mongolia relations on Oct. 12, 2010.

Envoy: US is Mongolia's "Most Important Third Neighbor"

With help from the West, Ambassador says, Mongolia is meeting its development goals. more
Christina Lamb told stories and lessons from her life as a female war correspondent.

Christina Lamb Recounts Death-Defying Encounters as War Correspondent

The U.S. editor of London's Sunday Times spoke at a gathering at Asia Society Washington Center. more
Through the Patina by Anjolie Ela Menon

The Creative Journey of Artist Anjolie Ela Menon

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US Ambassador to Fiji Steve McGann speaking in Washington on Oct. 5, 2010. (Asia Society Washington Center)

US Ambassador to Fiji Discusses Pacific Threats, Opportunities

Speaking in DC, Steve McGann underscores the need for secure relations with the Pacific Island region. more
Author Gurcharan Das

Das Take Cues from Indian Epic in Search For Dharma

In his new book, the author applies Dharma to the worlds of politics and business. more
70 percent of Sudan's oil product from the past decade was exported to China.

In Africa, China Hedges Its Bets

Mindful of its energy supply, China stays pragmatic about a potential breakaway state in southern Sudan. more
Countdown to Zero panelists speaking in Washington, DC on July 30, 2010. (Szuhan Chen)

'Countdown to Zero' Renews Attention on Nuclear Non-Proliferation

Experts on nuclear weapons tell DC audience that it's time for a new framework for approaching arms control. more

Asia Society Washington 2009-2010 Events

A comprehensive listing of the year's events in five categories. more
Isobel Coleman speaking in Washington, DC on July 27, 2010. (Linda Cook/Asia Society Washington Center)

Paradise Beneath Her Feet: Women Transforming Islamic Societies

CFR scholar Isobel Coleman posits a way forward for women in traditional, patriarchal cultures. more