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Kevin Rudd, Other Former Heads of State, Urge End
to U.S.-China Trade War in New York Times Op-Ed

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Asia Society Australia

'Hawker Ball' Marks Launch of Asia
Society's New Home in Melbourne

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Asia 21 Young Leaders

Afghanistan's Transformation Through
the Eyes of Its Young Leaders

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Asia 21 Young Leaders Class of 2019 - Asia Society

Asia Society Policy Institute

Asia's New Pivot
Evolving Ties Between Asia and the Middle East
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Asia Society Policy Institute

Kevin Rudd, Other Former Heads of State, Urge End
to U.S.-China Trade War in New York Times Op-Ed

Asia Society Australia

'Hawker Ball' Marks Launch of Asia
Society's New Home in Melbourne

Asia 21 Young Leaders

Afghanistan's Transformation Through
the Eyes of Its Young Leaders

Asia Society Policy Institute

Asia's New Pivot
Evolving Ties Between Asia and the Middle East
VIEW THE INTERACTIVE WEBSITE

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Asia Society Museum

Featuring exhibitions such as 'Xiaoze Xie: Objects of Evidence,' now on view in New York.

Asia Society Policy Institute

Tackling major policy challenges confronting the Asia-Pacific in security, prosperity, and sustainability.

Center for Global Education

Working to prepare all students for our shared global future.

Center on U.S.-China Relations

ChinaFile

Promoting an informed, nuanced, and vibrant public conversation about China, in the U.S. and around the world.

Asia 21 Young Leaders

Developing a network of dynamic individuals under the age of 40 who will impact global affairs over the coming decades.

Asia Game Changer Awards

Honoring true leaders who are making a positive contribution to the future of Asia.

Afghanistan's Transformation Through the Eyes of Its Young Leaders

In Afghanistan, an entire generation has been shaped by war. With the U.S. hinting at departure, Afghans reflect on how their country has changed since the October 2001 invasion.

As the Trade Dispute Ratchets Up, the Stakes Couldn't Be Higher

At a briefing at Asia Society New York, ASPI Vice President Wendy Cutler, one of the world’s most experienced and respected trade negotiators, discussed the current state of play in the U.S-China trade negotiations.

A Brave New World in Kashmir?

For the first time in years, all eyes are on Kashmir. What do India’s actions mean for Jammu and Kashmir and its people? And what does Narendra Modi hope to accomplish?

Hong Kong Legislator: 'All Hong Kong's People Want Is Democracy'

Alvin Yeung and Dennis Kwok discussed Hong Kong's protests and described how the 'One Country, Two Systems' framework is fraying.

Asia Inside Out Podcast: India's Middle East Tilt

In the latest episode, Anubhav Gupta speaks to C Raja Mohan about India's growing ties with the Middle East.

China and California: A Transpacific Experiment

An interview with journalist Matt Sheehan, whose new book probes the relationship between China and America's largest state.

Academy Award Winner Billy Bob Thornton Joins U.S.-China Entertainment Summit

He will partake in a conversation with this year’s honoree, acclaimed Chinese actor, writer, director and producer Xu Zheng.

New Report Assesses Corporate Governance in China’s State-owned Enterprises

The report outlines concrete steps forward to advance reform and identifies the obstacles that these efforts face.

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Asia Society Japan Center Names First Executive Director

Asia Society Japan Center Names First Executive Director
Experienced Executive Sawako Hidaka Tapped to Head Organization

ISSN Summer Institute Emphasizes the Importance of Connection, Collaboration, and Student Voice

The 2018 International Studies Schools Network brought nearly 80 educators from across the United States to Austin, Texas, for a week of connection, collaboration, and fun.

Asia Society Will Have a Home in Melbourne

Victorian Premier, Daniel Andrews announced that Asia Society will soon have a home in Melbourne.

Asia Society and the College Board Hold the 11th National Chinese Language Conference

At a time when communication between Chinese and Americans is more important than ever, more than 1,300 educators from across the globe received a warm Utah welcome at the 11th annual National Chinese Language Conference.

Upcoming Events

Class

/ Texas

Korean Language Class: Level I

26 Aug 2019

6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Asia Society Texas Center, in partnership with the Houston Korean Education Center, is pleased to offer Korean Language classes for adults who would like to learn the Korean language at a beginner level.

Class

/ Texas

Chinese Language and Culture Class

09 Sep 2019

6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Through hands-on activities, cooking demonstrations, games, and technology, adult language learners will explore Chinese culture and language in a fun, supportive, and engaging way.

Special Event

/ Hong Kong

Joy of Art: Irene Chou Response Show 藝術的喜悅--周綠雲回應展

24 Sep 2019

12 - 6 p.m.

Inspired by artist Irene Chou? Come share with us your work inspired by her paintings to get featured on our upcoming response show! 讓我們從周綠雲的藝術吸取靈感，呈現你的內心世界。得獎及入圍作品將於《藝術的喜悅--周綠雲回應展》中展出。

Class

/ Texas

Qigong and Tai Chi with Henderson Smith: Level I (Fall II Session)

07 Oct 2019

6 - 7 p.m.

Looking to improve your health, focus, and flexibility? Ready to reduce stress? Experience a holistic approach for improving your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.

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Class

/ Texas

Qigong and Tai Chi with Henderson Smith: Level II (Fall II Session)

07 Oct 2019

7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Take your physical and mental health to the next level. Refine your movements, deepen your practice, sharpen your focus, and improve your Wu Dang Mountain Tai Chi form.

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Conference

/ Philippines

SparkUp Summit 2019

19 Oct 2019

8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Foster bayanihan spirit together and join the whole local startup community at SparkUp Summit 2019

Film

/ Hong Kong

The Walkers《行者》

19 Oct 2019

12:45 - 4 p.m.

《行者》以真摯迷人的影像詩，記錄國際級編舞家林麗珍的生活與創作。放映後，無垢舞蹈劇場藝術總監林麗珍，將與香港著名舞台劇演員暨教育工作者吳偉碩（梵谷）對談。兩位將分享他們關於「身體」的經驗與方法。 The Walker by Singing Chen documents Lin Lee-chen's creativity. Lin and theatre actor Andy Ng Wai-shek will discuss "the body"

Workshop

/ Hong Kong

水墨大師班：徐沛之

19 Oct 2019

2:30 - 5:30 p.m.

於這次的水墨大師班，邀請了香港著名書法家徐沛之於班上和大家一同探討周綠雲的多個技法，參加者可嘗試使用不同水墨和材枓，如把鹽、炭粉、麵粉，在不同紙質上做出的特別水墨效果。

Performance

/ Hong Kong

Legend Lin Dance Theatre: Poetry in Motion 無垢舞蹈劇場：緩行中的漫舞

20 Oct 2019

2:30 - 4:30 p.m.

《緩行中的漫舞》，觀眾將藉由近距離觀賞演出，以及親身體驗無垢藝術總監林麗珍老師獨創發展出的訓練方式，達到動靜皆宜的內化自在。Poetry in Motion provides an inside look at the world of Legend Lin Dance Theatre, founded by Lin Lee-chen.

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Meet the Author

/ Southern California

Positive Nationalism: New Models for the U.S.-China Relationship

21 Oct 2019

6 - 8 p.m.

Join Nicolas Berggruen with Asia Society Southern California Chairman Dick Drobnick for a thought-provoking conversation.

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Meet the Author

/ New York

Azra Raza In Conversation With Siddhartha Mukherjee [SOLD OUT]

21 Oct 2019

6:30 - 8 p.m.

Oncologist and professor of medicine Azra Raza appears in conversation with Siddhartha Mukherjee ("The Emperor of All Maladies") about her book, "The First Cell: And the Human Costs Pursuing Cancer to the Last," forthcoming October 2019.

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Briefing

/ Switzerland

Talk at the Library: The Corporate Social Credit System

22 Oct 2019

12 - 1:30 p.m.

A conversation with Markus Herrmann of Sinolytics about the Corporate Social Credit System (企业社会信用体系) and what role it plays in the major shift in China's market access regime.

Discussion

/ Texas

The Iran Crisis: Economic Sanctions, Escalating Tensions, and the Nuclear Deal

22 Oct 2019

6:15 - 7:30 p.m.

The volatility of U.S.–Iran relations has become a leading concern not only in the respective countries but across the globe. Join Asia Society Texas Center as Suzanne Maloney of the Brookings Institution discusses the ongoing Iran crisis.

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Film

/ Switzerland

Movie Night: «Dragonfly Eyes» by Xu Bing

22 Oct 2019

6:30 - 9 p.m.

The first feature film by the celebrated Chinese artist Xu Bing, constructed entirely from footage of surveillance cameras and live-streaming sites in China into a disturbing narrative of the 21st century.

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Panel Discussion

/ Australia

Disruptive Asia Debate | Values vs Interests (Canberra)

23 Oct 2019

6:30 - 8 p.m.

How do our values intersect with our interests when it comes to Australia's economic engagement with China?

Special Event

/ New York

Meet the 2019 Asia Game Changers

24 Oct 2019

1:30 - 3 p.m.

Boundary-breaking, stereotype-defying women make up the class of 2019 Asia Game Changers. This special preview event includes conversations with these remarkable individuals and a martial arts demonstration by honorees the Kung Fu Nuns.

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Meet the Author

/ Texas

What Makes An American?: A Story of Global Migration and Its Impact on Houston

24 Oct 2019

5:45 - 7:30 p.m.

A conversation with "New York Times" reporter Jason DeParle and Ali Noorani, executive director of the National Immigration Forum, for a discussion on how global migration has impacted and contributed to the Greater Houston area.

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Special Event

/ New York

2019 Asia Game Changer Awards and Dinner

24 Oct 2019

6 - 9 p.m.

Asia Society celebrates the sixth year of this impactful event by recognizing seven extraordinary female honorees.

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Performance

/ Texas

Concert: Grand Tapestry

25 Oct 2019

7:30 - 10 p.m.

Rock out on the hill and experience a dynamic new sound where rap and world music collide in this concert by Grand Tapestry at Miller Outdoor Theatre.

Workshop

/ Hong Kong