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Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif
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2019 Diversity and Marketing Leadership Summit

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2019 Diversity & Marketing Leadership Summit
May 15-16 · New York City
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What To Expect From a Nuclear North Korea
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Olympic Medalists Maia and Alex Shibutani Among
Honorees at Glamorous Los Angeles Gala
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Asia Society Policy Institute

Strength in Numbers: How a Collaborative Approach
Can Help Address China's Economic Model
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Asia Society Northern California

Asia Game Changers Receive Awards at
Inspiring San Francisco Celebration
PHOTOS

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2019 Asia Arts Game Changer Awards in Hong Kong

Asia Society Museum

Pioneering Artists Feted at Asia Arts
Game Changer Awards in Hong Kong
PHOTOS

Current Affairs

Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif
on the United States' Iran 'Obsession'
WATCH

Global Talent Initiatives

2019 Diversity & Marketing Leadership Summit
May 15-16 · New York City
LEARN MORE

Asia Society Policy Institute

What To Expect From a Nuclear North Korea
ISSUE PAPER

Asia Society Southern California

Olympic Medalists Maia and Alex Shibutani Among
Honorees at Glamorous Los Angeles Gala
PHOTOS

Asia Society Policy Institute

Strength in Numbers: How a Collaborative Approach
Can Help Address China's Economic Model
ISSUE PAPER

Asia Society Northern California

Asia Game Changers Receive Awards at
Inspiring San Francisco Celebration
PHOTOS

Asia Society Museum

Pioneering Artists Feted at Asia Arts
Game Changer Awards in Hong Kong
PHOTOS

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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.

4 Questions About the Indian Election

As the world's largest election moves forward, here’s everything you need to know about the vote and its potential impact.

Excerpt: 'The Revolutionary Barons of the Sea'

An excerpt from author Steven Ujifusa's book 'Barons of the Sea: And Their Race to Build the World's Fastest Clipper Ship.'

Asia Inside Out Podcast: Examining Modi's Foreign Policy

On the eve of India's election, Daniel Russel spoke to S. Jaishankar, India's former foreign secretary, about the Modi government's foreign policy.

Asia Abridged Podcast: Japan's Unheralded Opportunities

Economist Jesper Koll explains his counterintuitive take on Japan's prospects, which he insists are improving — particularly for its youth.

The Crisis of Thailand’s Junta Rule

With the deck stacked against it, the post-election government is almost certain to be weak and ineffective. Will that lead to another constitutional crisis?

Asia Abridged Podcast: How Will 'Crazy Rich Asians' Change the Entertainment Industry?

Whether it’s on the silver screen, a television screen or your computer screen, Asian and Asian American talent have reached mainstream status in Hollywood.

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

AsiaStore Event

/ New York

Woven Silks of Laos with Carol Cassidy

24 Apr 2019

12 - 3:30 p.m.

Lao Textiles founder Carol Cassidy creates magnificent silk weavings that preserve traditional techniques while incorporating modern sensibilities.

Performance

/ India

Cultural Diplomacy & Chiragh - A Light in the Dark

25 Apr 2019

11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

A conversation on cultural diplomacy and music as a unifying medium with Nirupama Rao, Dr. Ahmad Sarmast, Viswa Subbaraman and Mini Menon; followed by a special perfomance by an ensemble of SASO musicians

Meet the Artist

/ Hong Kong

From Hong Kong to the Oscars: a discussion with Ruby Yang 從香港到奥斯卡：和楊紫燁對談

25 Apr 2019

5:30 - 7 p.m.

Meet Ruby Yang, Oscar-winning filmmaker and listen to her interesting stories making her documentaries. 了解楊紫燁導成為製片人的心路歷程，獲頒奧斯卡獎項的想法，以及製作紀錄片過程中的有趣故事事。大家萬物錯過！

Special Event

/ Hong Kong

Asia Society x Kita Yoga: Vinyasa Flow with Nikita

25 Apr 2019

6 - 7 p.m.

Immerse yourself in a meditative light installation while doing a meditation and vinyasa yoga flow with Kita Yoga founder Nikita Ramchandani.

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Tour

/ Switzerland

Space in Time

26 Apr 2019

12 - 1:15 p.m.

Asia Society Switzerland invites you to a guided art tour with Gabriela Blumer Kamp on contemporary miniature paintings from Pakistan at the Rietberg Museum, Zurich.

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Performance

/ New York

Zila Khan's Rumi Yatra

26 Apr 2019

8 - 9:30 p.m.

Indian classical singer Zila Khan's Rumi Yatra takes audiences on a journey through India’s treasured musical landscape, through the prism of Rumi’s philosophy.

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Special Event

/ Hong Kong

Teaching Night by Elie Wiesel: A One-day Workshop for Educators

27 Apr 2019

8:45 a.m. - 4 p.m.

This workshop prepares teachers to interweave a literary analysis of Elie Wiesel’s powerful and poignant memoir with an exploration of the relevant historical context underlying Wiesel’s experience.

Class

/ Texas

Compassion Week: A Yoga Nidra Compassion Meditation

28 Apr 2019

2 - 3:30 p.m.

Yoga Nidra, an ancient guided meditation technique originating in India approximately 1,000 B.C.E., effortlessly quiets the mind and allows the body deep restoration, balance, and improved well-being.

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Briefing

/ Northern California

Roundtable: Asia 21 Young Leader Anam Zakaria

29 Apr 2019

4 - 6 p.m.

Apr 29: For members only, including President's Circle and Asia 21 Alumni

Meet the Author

/ New York

Mappillai: An Italian son-in-law in India

29 Apr 2019

6 - 8 p.m.

Join us for a book talk and signing with author Carlo Pizzati, appearing in conversation with creative writing professor Eli Gottlieb. Featuring opening remarks by Consul General of Italy in New York Francesco Genuardi.

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Meet the Author

/ Southern California

Asia's Global Influence in the 21st Century

30 Apr 2019

8 - 9:30 a.m.

Parag Khanna will address the irrepressible global Asianization taking place and its impact on economy, society, and governance at a Global Café Breakfast on April 30.

Panel Discussion

/ Texas

Vietnam Travelogue: A Journey Through Food and Photography

30 Apr 2019

6:15 - 7:30 p.m.

Join renowned Houston chef Nicole Routhier and world-traveling "National Geographic" photographer Catherine Karnow for a conversation about their respective journeys through Vietnam and what they found most unforgettable.

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Panel Discussion

/ New York

Asian Americans and Higher Education

30 Apr 2019

6:30 - 8 p.m.

Join us for a timely discussion on the high-profile affirmative action lawsuit brought against Harvard, moderated by Asian American Bar Association and Asian American Federation's Chris Kwok.

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Performance

/ Hong Kong

音樂遇上韓志勳 Music x Hon Chi-fun Showcase

01 May 2019

12 - 12 a.m.

歡迎對音樂有興趣人仕，以展覽「光的故事：韓志勳」啟發創作靈感，提交音樂作品。挑選出的作品將於亞洲協會香港中心的音樂活動，由專業樂手公開演奏。You are invited to submit your work that is inspired by the exhibition A Story of Light: Hon Chi-fun. Works will be selected to perform by professional musicians at ASHK

Discussion

/ New York

Indonesia’s Elections: The World’s Third Largest Democracy Votes

01 May 2019

8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

Amb. Cameron Hume, former U.S. Ambassador, the Hon. Mari Elka Pangestu, former Trade Minister, and Dr. Robert Hefner discuss the 2019 election results. Moderated by Dr. Ann Marie Murphy.

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Discussion

/ Southern California

Asia Financial Forum in LA

01 May 2019

8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

Asia Society Southern California is pleased to support the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco's Asia Financial Forum series.

AsiaStore Event

/ New York

Asian American Designer Showcase: Rosena Sammi

01 May 2019

12 - 3 p.m.

Designer Rosena Sammi’s socially conscious accessories collection features up-cycled saris, made with the help of the women of the anti-trafficking organization Apne Aap.

Discussion

/ New York

Threading the Contemporary: Visualizing Gender and Tradition

01 May 2019

6:30 - 8 p.m.

Contemporary Malaysian artist Anne Samat talks about the role of gender and traditional art-making practices in her work.

Discussion

/ New York

Asian American Women Driving Innovation

02 May 2019

6 - 7:30 p.m.

Join Yale's Center for Innovative Thinking's Director, Andrew McLaughlin for a conversation with two influential, barrier-breaking Asian American women, Girls Who Code Founder and CEO Reshma Saujani and women’s advocate Nina Davuluri.

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Networking Event

/ Hong Kong

Globalization: A New Beginning with Education at its Core

03 May 2019

12:15 - 2 p.m.

Nicholas Dirks, Professor University of California, Berkley and Vice Chairman and Chancellor, will share his view how it is only with reform in our education system that globalization can emerge in a more equitable and sustainable form.

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