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Dedication & Ribbon-Cutting Mark Asia Society Texas Center Opening
16 April
Grand Opening Ceremony of the Asia Society Texas Center, Saturday April 14, 2012.
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Baker: US Should Not Fear 'Asian Century'
12 April
Former Secretary of State James A. Baker III discussed policy hotspots before an Asia Society audience in Houston on Thursday, April 12, 2012.
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Celebrated Artist Lee Ufan Installs New Sculpture at Texas Center
5 March
Fresh from installing the inaugural piece in Asia Society Texas Center's Sculpture Garden, artist Lee Ufan voiced the hope that "Relatum — signal" spurs dialogue about creating a more harmonious relationship between nature and civilization.
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Chandran Nair: Unrestrained Consumerism Can't Be Asia's Future
17 November
Think tank founder and author Chandran Nair urged Asia’s political leadership to face hard truths and reject economic growth based on limitless consumption in favor of providing such basics as clean water, safe food, and sanitation.
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Asia Society Texas Center Hosts Its Largest Gala, Honors James Baker III
24 March
On the eve of opening the Asia Society Texas Center's new building, over 600 guests attended the Tiger Ball to revel in a celebration of Asia.
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A Balancing Act: Resources, Livelihoods, and Indonesia's Environment
15 February
Indonesia's Komodo National Park exemplifies how hard it is to implement environmentally-friendly industry in underdeveloped regions.
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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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