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Kueh lapis is a layered glutinous steamed cake that is abundant all over Singapore. (multheme/Flickr)

Slideshow: What's On the Ramadan Iftar Menu in Asia?

During the Islamic month of Ramadan, Muslims break the fast with Iftar, an evening meal taken after sunset. We take a look at some of the dishes typically served in different parts of Asia. more
Participants and performers in the 2012 "Unification" event at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe in New York City take a collective bow on August 12, 2012. (Neha Gautam)

South Asian Americans Find a Shared Space, and Solidarity, Onstage in New York City

With music, dance, and quite a lot of laughs, Unification commemorates the 65th anniversary of partition. more
An old man in patriotic garb at the Wagah border. (Imtiaz Ahmed/Flickr)

Slideshow: A Glimpse of Pakistan on its 65th Birthday

As the country celebrates its 65th Independence Day on August 14, we take a brief look at the places and people from around Pakistan that make up the Land of the Pure. more

Hassan Abbas Discusses Police Reform in Pakistan

At the launch of the Asia Society report Stabilizing Pakistan Through Police Reform, Hassan Abbas discusses how police reform will set a better model for governance in Pakistan. more

Hassan Abbas Discusses Police Reform in Pakistan

At the launch of the Asia Society report Stabilizing Pakistan Through Police Reform, Hassan Abbas discusses how police reform will set a better model for governance in Pakistan. more

Pakistan: Law, Legitimacy and the Abuse of Power

Hassan Abbas, Aitzaz Ahsan and Arif Alikhan discuss Pakistan's police force and social attitudes toward law enforcement. more

Pakistan: Law, Legitimacy and the Abuse of Power

Hassan Abbas, Aitzaz Ahsan and Arif Alikhan discuss Pakistan's police force and social attitudes toward law enforcement. more

Police Reform in Pakistan (Complete)

Hassan Abbas, Aitzaz Ahsan and Arif Alikhan discuss Pakistan's police force and offer recommendations to improve its ability to check the growth of organized crime and combat terrorism. more

Police Reform in Pakistan (Complete)

Hassan Abbas, Aitzaz Ahsan and Arif Alikhan discuss Pakistan's police force and offer recommendations to improve its ability to check the growth of organized crime and combat terrorism. more
Highlights from Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy's talk with Kiran Rao in Mumbai on July 25, 2012. (8 min., 49 sec.)

India Premiere of 'Saving Face'

Asia Society hosts screenings and discussions with film's co-director. more