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Trade in Trouble: How the Asia Pacific Can Step Up and Lead Reforms
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It's Modi's India Now

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Maria Ressa: Declining Press Freedom
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What To Expect From a Nuclear North Korea
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Asia Society Policy Institute

Navigating the Belt and Road Initiative
INTERACTIVE MATRIX & REPORT

Asia Society Policy Institute

Trade in Trouble: How the Asia Pacific Can Step Up and Lead Reforms
READ THE ISSUE PAPER

Asia Society Policy Institute

It's Modi's India Now

Osborn Elliott Prize for Excellence in Journalism on Asia

Maria Ressa: Declining Press Freedom
in Asia Threatens Democracy

Asia Society Policy Institute

What To Expect From a Nuclear North Korea
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Tackling major policy challenges confronting the Asia-Pacific in security, prosperity, and sustainability.

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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.

Ten Influential Asian Pacific Americans in U.S. Politics

A survey of key presidential candidates, government officials, and members of Congress of Asian descent.

The Disappearance of Tiananmen

Thirty years after the massacre that outraged the world, China has buried the memory of what happened — and the rest of the world has shrugged.

It's Modi's India Now

The prime minister's overwhelming electoral victory gives him a mandate to reshape India. Will he succeed?

Fast-Casual Chinese Food Is Forging New Traditions in an Ancient Cuisine

Early Chinese immigrants in the U.S. opened restaurants primarily as a means to get by, the young restaurateurs behind many of the newest Chinese restaurants are more concerned with self-expression and sharing culture rather than survival.

Why It's So Difficult for Journalists To Report From Xinjiang

Reporters must overcome enormous obstacles to uncover the truth about China's suppression of its Uighur minority.

Maria Ressa: Declining Press Freedom in Asia Threatens Democracy

The embattled Filipina journalist has been arrested twice this year for her fearless coverage of President Rodrigo Duterte's violent crackdown on drugs.

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.

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

06 May 2019

6 - 7 p.m.

Experience a holistic approach for improving your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Learn three types of Meditation and explore them within the practices of Qigong and Tai Chi with Henderson Smith.

Class

/ Texas

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

06 May 2019

7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Refine your movements, deepen your practice, sharpen your focus, and improve your Wu Dang Tai Chi form.

Texas

ExploreAsia: Culture Camp for Kids

17 Jun 2019

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

VIDEO GAME MAKER: In this design camp, bring your stories and poems to life, create video games, and dive into traditions from India, China, and Japan.

Discussion

/ New York

Navigating the Belt and Road Initiative

20 Jun 2019

8:30 - 10 a.m.

Join us for a conversation with Daniel Russel and others on the BRI and what can be done to ensure that BRI projects are mutually beneficial and sustainable.

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Film

/ Texas

HAAPI Film Festival Opening Night: "Omotenashi"

20 Jun 2019

6 - 9:30 p.m.

Join Asia Society Texas Center and OCA Greater Houston to celebrate the opening of the 2019 Houston Asian American Pacific Islander (HAAPI) Film Festival with a screening of "Omotenashi," a Q&A with the director, and a VIP reception.

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Performance

/ Hong Kong

Opera Meets Music Theater

20 Jun 2019

6:30 - 8:15 p.m.

Two of our most remarkable local opera singers Alex Tam and Yuki Ip will chat with you the course of their personal musical journey, from receiving their training in Hong Kong to singing on stages internationally.

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Panel Discussion

/ Hong Kong

Public Health and Climate Change: Opportunities for Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area

20 Jun 2019

6:30 - 8 p.m.

Climate change is increasingly seen as a public health issue, not just an environmental one. How can social agents address public health challenges? Join Professor Kwok-Yung Yuen, Nigel Snoad and Marjorie Yang for a deep talk.

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Meet the Artist

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M for Malaysia | Documentary Screening & Q&A

21 Jun 2019

6:30 - 2 p.m.

Join us for a screening of M for Malaysia, documents the 2018 Malaysian General Elections when the people of Malaysia led by a 92-year-old former Prime Minister. Directors Dian Lee and Ineza Roussille will share their production journey.

Meet the Artist

/ Hong Kong

M for Malaysia | Documentary Screening & Q&A

21 Jun 2019

6:30 - 9 p.m.

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Meet the Artist

/ Hong Kong

M for Malaysia | Documentary Screening

22 Jun 2019

2:30 - 4 p.m.

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Film

/ India

Nostalgia for the Future & Lovely Villa

22 Jun 2019

4 - 7 p.m.

A showcase of two films by Avijit Mukul Kishore and Rohan Shivkumar – Nostalgia for the Future and Lovely Villa (premiere screening) – followed by a conversation with the filmmakers

Special Event

/ Hong Kong

International Day of Yoga 2019

23 Jun 2019

10 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.

On the 5th International Day of Yoga, enjoy a mindful day with us with all-day yoga classes that teach meditation and breathing techniques.

Workshop

/ Hong Kong

Accessible Yoga – Yoga is for everyone with Hersha Chellaram of Yama Foundation

23 Jun 2019

11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Accessible Yoga is an inclusive yoga practice for people with limited mobility or flexibility. The session opens with a presentation on the approach and benefits of Accessible Yoga, following with a Chair Yoga Class.

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/ Hong Kong

Yin Yang Yoga with Yogaraj C.P of Prana Yogam Hong Kong

23 Jun 2019

11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Explore the dynamic between Yang Yoga and Yin Yoga postures which will promote the circulation of energy in the body while cultivating a peaceful and meditative mind.

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Workshop

/ Hong Kong

Yoga under Swami Sivananda’s Tradition 施化難陀大師傳授的綜合瑜伽 with Prakashini Ng of Divine Life Society (Hong Kong Branch) Yoga Centre

23 Jun 2019

11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

This session will focus on practicing a set of selected important Yogasanas (Yoga postures) and Pranayama (Breathing exercises) which can be conveniently practiced daily by ordinary householders.
修習一些重要的哈達瑜伽式子及呼吸法, 方便慕道者在家中每天修習。

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/ Hong Kong

Transform your Energy with Raja Yoga Meditation with Sr. Rohini, SC Mar, Kathie Kwok and Susanna Li of Raja Yoga Centre, Hong Kong

23 Jun 2019

11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Raja Yoga Centre Ltd, Hong Kong will offer a free yoga session to the community. Join us to learn about their cause.

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Workshop

/ Hong Kong

Sri Sri Yoga with Seemaa Hiranandaani & Kenneth Lam of The Art of Living

23 Jun 2019

11:21 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

A holistic yoga class, including gentle asana (postures), pranayama (breathing), & guided meditation. Sri Sri Yoga is a discipline, gentle yet with depth, that it integrates the essential elements extracted from different paths of yoga.

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Workshop

/ Hong Kong

Firmness & Stability with Iyengar Yoga

23 Jun 2019

12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Explore how, beyond flexibility, Yoga builds firmness in the body, stability in the mind, and evenness of breath.

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Workshop

/ Hong Kong

Traditional Hatha Yoga with Dr. Davender Singh of the Consulate General of India in Hong Kong

23 Jun 2019

12:30 - 12:30 p.m.

Hatha yoga is an old system that includes the practice of asanas (yoga postures) and Pranayama (Breathing exercises) which help bring peace to the mind and body.

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Workshop

/ Hong Kong

Flow for Freedom with May Nogoy of Fivelements Habitats

23 Jun 2019

12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Flow for Freedom is an empowering heart-based practice that is accessible to all levels of yoga practitioners. Flow together with pranayama and asana embodiment for the purpose of knowing yourself on a deeper level.

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