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Asia In-Depth: How To Avoid a U.S.-China War

Kevin Rudd and Ian Bremmer

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‘Afghan Women’ Have Something to Tell You
by LIMA HALIMA-AHMAD

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Introducing the Center for China Analysis

Asia Society Magazine

‘Afghan Women’ Have Something to Tell You
by LIMA HALIMA-AHMAD

Aerial view of the lagoons of Kiritimati, also known as Christmas Island, part of the Republic of Kiribati in the central Pacific Ocean.

U.S., China in Fight for 'Blue Continent'

The U.S. and China both have grand ambitions in the Pacific — but what do Pacific leaders want and need? Asia Society Policy Institute's Richard Maude explains in an Asia Society Magazine essay.

Tianzhuo Chen. Trance, 2019 (video still).

A Transformation of Chinese Identity

'Mirror Image: A Transformation of Chinese Identity,' now on view at Asia Society Museum in New York, presents 19 artworks by seven artists born in mainland China in the 1980s.

Xi Jinping’s Annus Horribilis?

Chris Johnson, senior fellow at the Asia Society Policy Institute's Center for China Analysis, on the Chinese leaders challenging 2022 — and how he is still predicted to hold on to power after the 20th Party Congress.

U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry (R) speaks with Special Climate Envoy of China Xie Zhenhua (C) and COP26 President Alok Sharma ahead of the stocktake plenary on day 14 of COP26 at SECC on November 13, 2021 in Glasgow, Scotland.

Will China Meet Its Climate Goals?

This virtual Asia Society Policy Institute event will take stock of China's climate action in the lead-up to COP27, to be held in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, in November. Tune in 9/27 at 10 a.m. (New York).

Finally, the South Asian Superhero

With ‘Ms. Marvel,’ Oscar winning director Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy makes the jump to the small screen — to tell a big story. "Visual representation is so important," she tells Asia Society Magazine.

Meet Our 2022 Young Leaders

40 inspiring individuals form the newest class of Asia 21 Young Leaders, joining an unparalleled network of over 1,000 leaders in politics, business, arts, education, sustainability, and tech.

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Briefing
/ Australia
China Executive Briefing | Chinese Investment: Where To From Here?
27 Sep 2022
2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
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What are the future prospects for Chinese investment into Australia?
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Discussion
/ Japan
Japan Macro Salon with Jesper and Bill #2
27 Sep 2022
8 - 9 p.m.
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Second session of the quarterly webinar series with Bill Emmott and Jesper Koll that discusses what’s new in the Japanese economy, business, financial markets, and more.
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Texas
Cultural Bridges With AARP: Teas of Asia
28 Sep 2022
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Through this partnership with AARP, adult learners are invited to learn about different teas and related traditions across China, India, and Japan.
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Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Investment in India: Naren Gupta Legacy Series
28 Sep 2022
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Join us in-person in San Francisco as part of our Naren Gupta Legacy Program Series
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Asia 21 Trailblazers' Conversations
28 Sep 2022
6 - 7 p.m.
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A new two-part series by Asia Society Philippines featuring Filipino Asia 21 Young Leaders in casual and unmoderated conversations

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Switzerland
Book Salon: Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982
28 Sep 2022
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In the Asia Society Switzerland Book Salon we read and discuss fiction from or about Asia in an informal setting.
This time we will read "Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982" by Cho Nam-Joo.

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Exchange Across Borders: The Beijing Music Festival at 25
28 Sep 2022
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A short performance and panel discussion celebrate the Beijing Music Festival at 25
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Discussion
/ Northern California
Executive Roundtable on Global Risks and Opportunities in Restructured Asian Supply Chains
29 Sep 2022
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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Join us in-person in Silicon Valley for Program 3 of 8 in our Seeking Truth Through Facts U.S.-China Program Series
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Panel Discussion
/ Korea
Tales from the DMZ: A Soldier's Life on the Fenceline
29 Sep 2022
12 - 2 p.m.
Lieutenant Colonel (Ret) Stephen M. Tharp and General In Bum Chun shares their thoughts on experiences at the DMZ with Asia Society Korea’s senior correspondent Mason Richey.

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Briefing
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Executive Briefing | The Business of Climate Change in the Indo-Pacific
29 Sep 2022
12 - 2 p.m.
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MEMBERS ONLY Join an exclusive lunch briefing on how Australian businesses can take advantage of the green energy shift across the Indo-Pacific.

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Tour
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Castle Mauensee and the Sigg Collection
29 Sep 2022
4:30 - 9 p.m.
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Join us for an exclusive Art Tour With Uli Sigg at his magnificent home, Castle Mauensee.

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Asia Society x GVw Cocktail Reception | Women in Trade and Regional Connections
29 Sep 2022
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INVITE ONLY Join us at the Asia Trade and Innovation Hub to celebrate women in trade

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Discussion
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Chinese 20th Congress with Prof Anthony Saich
29 Sep 2022
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
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Join Anthony Saich, Director of the Rajawali Foundation Institute for Asia and Daewoo Professor of International Affairs at Harvard Kennedy School, moderated by Philippe Le Corre on Thursday, September 29th at 6.30 PM CET

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Texas
Opening Reception for 'Yōkai: Scenes of the Supernatural in Japanese Woodblock Prints'
30 Sep 2022
6:30 - 8 p.m.
Join Asia Society Texas to celebrate our newest exhibition 'Yōkai: Scenes of the Supernatural in Japanese Woodblock Prints' at our free reception.
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Performance
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Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan: '13 Tongues'
01 Oct 2022
7:30 - 9 p.m.
The world-renowned Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan returns to Houston to present their acclaimed production '13 Tongues.'
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Texas
A Conversation With Cloud Gate Dance Theatre's Cheng Tsung-lung
02 Oct 2022
3 - 4 p.m.
In conjunction with the world-renowned Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan’s Houston performance of ’13 Tongues,’ artistic director and choreographer Cheng Tsung-lung shares insight into the production’s history and artistry.
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China's Future: What it Means for Asia and the World
03 Oct 2022
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Join us in-person or virtually for high-profile speakers, expert discussions, and innovative analysis as we formally inaugurate the Asia Society Policy Institute’s new Center for China Analysis.
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How Asia's Cities Bounce Back From Sudden Disasters
04 Oct 2022
8:30 - 11 a.m.
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Asia's fast-growing cities need to prepare for sudden disasters in order to bounce back quicker. We look at how these cities build resilience.
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Climate Change 2022 | Delivering a Climate Resilient Future
04 Oct 2022
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Chatham House will hold its annual Climate change conference in Chatham House, located in the heart of London, and will also welcome an online audience through its LIVE virtual event platform.
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Executive Roundtable on the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework with Wendy Cutler
04 Oct 2022
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Join us in-person in Silicon Valley for an Innovator, Groundbreaker, Advisory Council and Board Member Event on IPEF with Wendy Cutler
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