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Inspiring Climate Action Through Art and Ideas
September 4-23 | San Francisco

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Events related to the 73rd session of the United Nations General Assembly at Asia Society New York, Fall 2018

2018 Asia Game Changer Awards Honorees - Asia Society

Center on U.S.-China Relations

COAL + ICE
Inspiring Climate Action Through Art and Ideas
September 4-23 | San Francisco

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Asia Society Museum

Presenting acclaimed exhibitions like 'The Progressive Revolution: Modern Art for a New India,' 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.

Asia Abridged Podcast: Hearing From America's Undocumented Asians

As the United States debates immigration, two undocumented Asians tell their stories of what it’s like living with an uncertain future.

4 Questions: Pakistan's Future Under Imran Khan

The controversial cricketer-turned-politician takes office at a turbulent time in his country's history.

Asia Abridged Podcast: Why China Could Win a Trade War

Wendy Cutler and Orville Schell explain why, contrary to President Trump's assertions, Beijing is well-positioned to compete in a trade conflict with the United States.

Meet The Woman Shattering Stereotypes in New York's Competitive Lion Dancing Scene

One of Chinatown's few female lion dancers, Sara Lai, discusses the often forgotten art of training to be a "lion head."

What's Next for U.S.-China Economic Relations?

Arthur Kroeber discusses why "reform" is no longer the correct lens through which to view China's economy — and what Beijing thinks about President Trump.

Asia Abridged Podcast: A 'Bonanza' for Kim Jong Un

Daniel Russel and Wendy Sherman explain how North Korea walked away as the big winner in Tuesday's summit with President Trump in Singapore.

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.

AsiaStore Wins Museum Store Association Award for ‘Singapore Design Now’

Retail Showcase at Asia Society Recognized by the Museum Store Association

Asia Society Announces Three Finalists for 2018 Osborn Elliott Journalism Prize

Teams from Associated Press, Reuters, and Rappler recognized for "shedding light on egregious behavior by people in power against people who were largely powerless."

Asia Society Japan Partners With International House of Japan

The partnership will involve collaboration in terms of programming, and office space for a first-ever Asia Society center in Japan.

Upcoming Events

Special Event

/ Northern California

Coal + Ice

04 Sep 2018

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Join ASNC for the U.S. premiere of Coal + Ice from September 4-23, 2018 at Fort Mason

Class

/ Texas

Tai Chi with Henderson Smith: Level I Wu Dang Mountain 18 Form

10 Sep 2018

6 - 7:30 p.m.

This Level I course provides a basic introduction to Tai Chi.

Class

/ Texas

Tai Chi with Henderson Smith: Level II Wu Dang Mountain 18 Form

10 Sep 2018

7:45 - 8:45 p.m.

This Level II course will help students make this form of Tai Chi their own.

Panel Discussion

/ Texas

Biotechnology and Medical Innovation: Developments in China's Greater Bay Area, Hong Kong, and the U.S.

18 Sep 2018

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Join Asia Society Texas Center for an engaging conversation on the intersection of medicine, biotechnology, and innovation in the relationship between China's Greater Bay Area and the U.S.

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Discussion

/ Hong Kong

Hank Willis Thomas — My Life is Ours

18 Sep 2018

6:30 - 8 p.m.

Come delve inside of New York-based artist Hank Willis Thomas's new series of retro-reflective works.

Meet the Author

/ Hong Kong

Song of Praise for a Flower

18 Sep 2018

6:30 - 8 p.m.

In this evening presentation, co-author Charlene Chu describes her family history from World War II and beyond the Cultural Revolution in China.

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Special Event

/ New York

JLF at New York

20 Sep 2018

1 - 8 p.m.

The Jaipur Literature Festival — "the greatest literary show on planet Earth" — returns to New York, featuring conversations and performances examining the human experience.

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Discussion

/ Hong Kong

No Water, No Growth: Asia’s 21st Century Challenge

20 Sep 2018

4 - 6:15 p.m.

In this afternoon forum, experts discuss the challenges facing Asia's water-stressed regions.

Discussion

/ Center for Global Education

#GlobalEdChat: Building a Culture of Global Education

20 Sep 2018

8 - 9 p.m.

Join the Center for Global Education weekly on Thursdays for a Twitter chat on global education topics. This week's chat focuses on building a culture of global education.

Discussion

/ New York

Taiwan: Digital Minister Audrey Tang

21 Sep 2018

12 - 2 p.m.

The Taiwanese lawmaker discusses social innovation, open government, youth empowerment, and more with Asia Society Policy Institute's Daniel Russel.

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Special Event

/ New York

LGBT Connections Night

21 Sep 2018

6 - 9 p.m.

Enjoy a fabulous evening of networking, art, and ambiance with the LGBT community. Hosted in partnership with Metropolitan Tennis Group.

Performance

/ Texas

'Persistence of Memory' by T.T.C. Dance

22 Sep 2018

7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

In this convergence of dance and painting, the audience will embark on a journey between the real and the surreal, where Salvador Dali's drawers and Sigmund Freud's unconscious mind are reexamined.

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Family Activity

/ Northern California

ASYPG: Race to the Mooncake

23 Sep 2018

5:45 - 7:15 p.m.

Asia Society Young Professionals Group hosts the Race to the Mooncake 5K Run

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Panel Discussion

/ Center for Global Education

Accelerating Progress in Education: Investing in Knowledge Sharing to Advance SDG 4

24 Sep 2018

8:30 - 10 a.m.

With more than 260 million children out of school, 75 million affected by crises, and 69 million new teachers needed by 2030, we need stronger infrastructure for sharing and scaling solutions to these complex challenges.

Briefing

/ Australia

Executive Briefing | Distinguished Fellow: Thomas Lembong

24 Sep 2018

12:30 - 2 p.m.

Meet Indonesia’s man behind the scenes of the Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement and understand what comes next for our bilateral trade and investment ties

Discussion

/ Switzerland

The Indo-Pacific – Ports, Pearls, and Four Major Players

25 Sep 2018

12 - 2 p.m.

An Explainer Based on Four Maps

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Discussion

/ New York

United Arab Emirates: Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Dr. Anwar bin Mohammed Gargash

25 Sep 2018

12:30 - 2 p.m.

The United Arab Emirates' Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Dr. Anwar bin Mohammed Gargash, will discuss the evolving political and security challenges in the Middle East, and the country's engagement with its partners across Asia.

Discussion

/ New York

Peace, Democracy, and Development: Nepal’s Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli

25 Sep 2018

5 - 6 p.m.

The Right Honorable K. P. Sharma Oli, Prime Minister of Nepal will deliver an address and discuss on the government's priorities -- both foreign and domestic under the relatively new constitution.

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Panel Discussion

/ Australia

Executive Briefing | India, China and Australia's Place in a Changing Asia

26 Sep 2018

5:30 - 7 p.m.

What does the future hold for Australia’s relationship with India in a changing Asia?

Discussion

/ New York

New Realities for Southeast Asia: Perspectives From Singapore’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr. Vivian Balakrishnan

26 Sep 2018

6:30 - 8 p.m.

H.E. Dr. Vivian Balakrishnan, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Singapore, will deliver an address and sit for a discussion with the Hon. Kevin Rudd, Asia Society Policy Institute President.

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