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2018 Asia Game Changer Awards

Asia Society Honors Indra Nooyi, Other
Game Changers in Dazzling Ceremony

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2018 Asia Game Changer Awards

Asia Society Honors Indra Nooyi, Other
Game Changers in Dazzling Ceremony

Center for Global Education

Investing in Knowledge Sharing
to Advance Education
READ THE REPORT

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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.

'Something Miraculous Is Happening on the Korean Peninsula'

South Korea President Moon Jae-in expressed optimism about the relationship between Kim Jong Un and Donald Trump and called for the world to help Pyongyang develop.

China's 'Sputnik Moment' and the Sino-American Battle for AI Supremacy

In this excerpt from his new book 'AI Superpowers,' Kai-Fu Lee describes how losing a Go match triggered a national surge of interest in artificial intelligence.

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."

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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.

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."

Upcoming Events

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.

Lecture

/ Korea

U.S.-ROK Relations: Past, Present and Future

16 Oct 2018

12 - 1:30 p.m.

H.E. Harry Harris, Ambassador, U.S. Embassy Seoul

Discussion

/ Hong Kong

1MDB: The Scandal Riveting Malaysia

16 Oct 2018

12:15 - 2 p.m.

As the 1MDB scandal continues to unfold, WSJ Asia Economics Editor Tom Wright — who has been breaking and covering the story from the beginning — discusses the various twists and turns.

Panel Discussion

/ New York

[SOLD OUT] New York Arab World Culture Forum: Art for Sustainable Futures

16 Oct 2018

6:30 - 8 p.m.

A conversation with artists Razan Al Sarraf, Matthew Mazzotta and Rashad Salim on the role of art and culture in activating the United Nation's goals for sustainable development.

Film

/ Hong Kong

Almost Heaven

16 Oct 2018

6:45 - 8:15 p.m.

In this film screening, A 17 year-old girl far from home for the first time, as she trains to become a mortician in one of China’s largest funeral homes.

Discussion

/ Australia

GEN A Masterclass: The Korean Peninsula

17 Oct 2018

12 - 1:30 p.m.

As an outcome on the Korean Peninsula looks more optimistic, join us and Perth US-Asia CEO, Gordon Flake as we take a close look at the two leaders involved. Part of our GEN A 'House of' series.

Panel Discussion

/ Asia Society Philippines

Understanding Mindanao: Business in Mindanao

17 Oct 2018

3 - 5 p.m.

Business in Mindanao aims to explore the economic opportunities and realities in Mindanao.

Lecture

/ Asia Society Policy Institute

Asian Democracy in the Shadow of the Information Age: Social Media’s Promise and Pitfalls

17 Oct 2018

6 - 8 p.m.

A discussion of the opportunities and challenges that social media holds for democracy and government transparency in Asia.

RSVP

Discussion

/ Hong Kong

The Role of Education in Promoting Tolerance and Confronting Extremism

18 Oct 2018

6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

H.E. Maqsoud Kruse will discuss role of education in promoting tolerance and confronting extremism.

Tour

/ Switzerland

Curator Art Tour: Walter Bosshard / Robert Capa – The Race for China

18 Oct 2018

6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Asia Society Switzerland invites you to a guided art tour with Peter Pfrunder, director of the Fotostiftung Schweiz and curator of the exhibition «Walter Bosshard / Robert Capa – Race for China» at the Fotostiftung Schweiz, Winterthur.

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Discussion

/ Center for Global Education

#GlobalEdChat: 'Back to School' Night

18 Oct 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 gives educators to reflect on and reassess their goals for the year.

Special Event

/ New York

LGBT Connections Night

19 Oct 2018

6 - 9 p.m.

Enjoy a fabulous evening of networking, art, and ambiance with the LGBT community.

Family Activity

/ Texas

American First National Bank Night Market 2018

19 Oct 2018

6 - 10 p.m.

Join Asia Society Texas Center for a family-friendly Night Market 2018 featuring exciting activities, exhibitions, food trucks, local vendors, and more!

Performance

/ Hong Kong

Ballet Happy Hour: The Art of Classical Ballet ‘Giselle’ 芭蕾歡樂時光：芭蕾古典之美《吉賽爾》

19 Oct 2018

6:45 - 8:30 p.m.

The Hong Kong Ballet presents the Giselle.

Film

/ Northern California

Movie Screening: HEAT AND DUST

20 Oct 2018

2 - 5 p.m.

Asia Society and Young Professionals Group head to the latest "Modern Cinema"

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Film

/ New York

China Art x Film Series

20 Oct 2018

2 - 9:30 p.m.

A series of recent films from China's sixth and seventh generations of filmmakers

Film

/ New York

Ash

20 Oct 2018

2 - 4:30 p.m.

Screening of Li Xiaofeng's Ash (2017) followed by Q & A with the director

AsiaStore Event

/ New York

Super Satya Saves the Day featuring Who's Sari Now Jewelry

20 Oct 2018

2 - 3:30 p.m.

Join AsiaStore as we present Author, Raakhee Mirchandani and Jewelry Designer, Rosena Sammi for a very special children's book reading and jewelry sale.

Film

/ New York