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Solutions for Breaking the Bamboo Ceiling
15 December
Corporate consultant Jane Hyun emphasizes "knowledge, sensitivity, and interpersonal astuteness" to overcome diversity challenges in the workplace.
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Nicholas Platt on 'Bicycle Diplomacy'
6 December
Ambassador Nicholas Platt spoke about his time as young diplomat in China in the 1970's, chronicled in his latest book, 'China Boys.'
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Urban Planning Challenges in Asian Cities
9 November
Architect Jeffrey Heller addressed urban planning disasters and successes in Asia.
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Musharraf Outlines Election Strategy
20 October
Pervez Musharraf addressed US responsibility for Pakistan's instability, the threat of terrorism, and his plans to remedy the situation if he returns to political power.
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The Meaning of "Frenemies"
12 October
China expert Harry Harding addresses the U.S.-China relationship and the limits of the English language to describe the complicated alliance adequately.
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Awakening Giants, Feet of Clay
4 October
UC Berkeley Professor of Economics Pranab Bardhan spoke to the myths surrounding the rise of two fast-emerging powers an an Asia Society luncheon in Houston.
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Kurosawa in the 21st Century
14 September
Film scholar Daisuke Miyao discussed the genius of Akira Kurosawa as part of a retrospective on the director held at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
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From Peasant Boy to Ballet Star
4 August
Li Cunxin, "Mao's Last Dancer," recounts his extraordinary story prior to the launch of a new film based on his life.
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From Singapore, an Optimistic Forecast
12 July
Prime Minister of Singapore Lee Hsien Loong predicts growth, champions China's growing role in the global arena.
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Photos: Asia Society Texas Center Honors Australia at 2010 Tiger Ball
10 June
Some 500 guests, including Houston Mayor Annise Parker and Houston Rockets star Yao Ming, toasted to Australia at the 2010 Tiger Ball in Houston, Texas.
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