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A Toolkit for Navigating the
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Asia Society Policy Institute

A Toolkit for Navigating the
Belt and Road Initiative

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.

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.

China’s Surveillance State Is Growing: These Documents Reveal How

China’s Growing Surveillance State

The New York Times visual investigations team reported and produced a video drawing on some 100,000 procurement documents provided by ChinaFile, Asia Society's online magazine on China.

'We Are Witnessing Profound Change'

Speaking in Zurich, Asia Society President Kevin Rudd said Xi Jinping has changed China, and with that the world. It is vital to understand Xi's worldview, to be able to respond to it, Rudd said.

Former Museum Head Mourned

“Boon Hui Tan brought energy and enthusiasm to his role,” said Asia Society President and CEO Kevin Rudd. “He had a dynamism and effervescence that propelled him in his work."

Rekha Basu on Speaking Truth to Power

Des Moines Register columnist Rekha Basu speaks with Asia Society President and CEO Kevin Rudd about her passion for telling the inspiring stories of Asian Americans.

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In-person and Online
Conference
/ Australia
Generation Asia Young Leaders Forum 2022
11 Aug 2022
9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Melbourne Time
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PUBLIC In advent of UN International Youth Day, on 11 August join us at the State Library of Victoria and online for the third national Generation Asia Young Leaders Forum exploring 'Reframing Asia Literacy, Building Asia Careers'.
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In-person
Discussion
/ Northern California
The Future of the Digital Order With Martijn Rasser
11 Aug 2022
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Join us in-person in San Francisco for a public program with Martijn Rasser
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Online
Panel Discussion
/ Asia Society Policy Institute
Playing with Fire? Assessing the Fallout From the Pelosi Taiwan Visit on the Strategic Stability of U.S.-China Relations
11 Aug 2022
7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
New York Time
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Join experts for a discussion on the Pelosi Taiwan visit and its impact on the strategic stability of U.S.-China Relations.
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In-person
Networking Event
/ Switzerland
Members Get-Together: Potluck Lunch with La Trobe Asia's Director Bec Strating
12 Aug 2022
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Zurich Time
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[Members-only] Join a potluck lunch with Bec Strating, Director of La Trobe Asia.
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In-person
Performance
/ Hong Kong
Embracing Resilience: A Dance
12 Aug 2022
11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
In collaboration with SHIFT Dance ’s Director and Founder Kelsey Ang, this one-day dance event is a 'resilient'-themed response and homage to Hong Kong, a city that continuously perseveres through constant changes and upheavals.

In-person
Workshop
/ Hong Kong
Qigong Movement With Bernard Kwan
13 Aug 2022
10 - 11:30 a.m.
Our regular qigong instructor Bernard Kwan is back with another meditation session to help you rejuvenate your mind and body, and be ready to take on any challenges ahead.

In-person
Performance
/ Texas
'Adventures in the Crystal Palace': Workshop and Performance by Taiwan’s Shan Puppet Theatre
13 Aug 2022
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Taiwan’s acclaimed Shan Puppet Theatre is coming to Houston! Join Asia Society Texas for an all-ages performance of their play “Adventures in the Crystal Palace”!
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In-person
Hong Kong
Korean Family Cuisine
13 Aug 2022
11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Taught by Chef Emily Minji Chae, families can learn how to make signature Korean dishes like Beef Kimbap and Pan-fried Korean Seafood Pancakes together.

In-person
Hong Kong
iJam K-pop Music 音樂製作
14 Aug 2022
2:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Integrate music with technology to create your own K-Pop song, from start to finish.

In-person
Discussion
/ Northern California
Executive Roundtable on Semiconductor Value Chain in the New U.S.-China Tech Cold War With Roawen Chen
15 Aug 2022
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Join us in-person in San Francisco for Program 2 of 8 in our Seeking Truth Through Facts U.S.-China Program Series
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In-person
Meet the Artist
/ Texas
'Artists on Site' Studio Tour: Lanecia Rouse Tinsley and Ruhee Maknojia
17 Aug 2022
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Join Lanecia Rouse Tinsley and Ruhee Maknojia, two of the featured artists in our project 'Artists on Site,' for an intimate studio tour as they highlight their processes and practices midway through the six-week residency.
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Online
Texas
Cultural Bridges With AARP: Spring Rolls
18 Aug 2022
3 - 4 p.m.
Houston Time
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Through this partnership with AARP, adult learners are invited to learn how to make their own fresh spring rolls inspired by Vietnamese culinary traditions.
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In-person
Film
/ Hong Kong
Still Human 淪落人 (2018)
19 Aug 2022
7 - 9 p.m.
Still Human (2018) tells a heart-warming story of a paralyzed man and a Filipino maid helping each other to overcome hardships to find something meaningful in life.

In-person
Hong Kong
兒童導賞團及手作坊
20 Aug 2022
9 - 10 a.m.
疲於線上學習及活動？暑假期間沒有好去處？我們誠意邀請您的小孩八月到亞洲協會香港中心參加我們加開的3場廣東話兒童導賞團及手作坊。

In-person
Meet the Author
/ Texas
A Literary Trip Through Asia With Joanna Ho
20 Aug 2022
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Award-winning children's author Joanna Ho joins us for a live storytime of her poetic picture book 'Eyes That Speak to the Stars,' followed by a Q&A and all-ages activities in this program presented with the VCSA.
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In-person
Film
/ Hong Kong
The Way We Dance 狂舞派 (2013)
20 Aug 2022
2 - 4 p.m.
The Way We Dance (2013) begins with a group of youthful dancers with tireless spirits, chasing their dreams, and fumbles through an unpredictable society.

In-person
Hong Kong
Korean Language & Etiquette
21 Aug 2022
2 - 5:30 p.m.
For kids to learn Korean etiquette and manners through the language.

In-person
Film
/ Hong Kong
The Way We Keep Dancing 狂舞派3 (2020)
21 Aug 2022
2 - 4 p.m.
The sequel The Way We Keep Dancing (2020) to The Way We Dance (2013) follows a group of youthful dancers as they fight against gentrification in their neighborhood, from culture to their daily life.

In-person
Hong Kong
A Taste of Taekwondo
22 Aug 2022
2 - 5:30 p.m.
Lead by a grand master from Ssang Yong Kwan he teaches kids the Taekwondo skills of punching, blocking, kicking and wood breaking.

In-person
Discussion
/ India
The Future of US-China Relations: Kevin Rudd in conversation with C. Raja Mohan
22 Aug 2022
6:45 - 8:15 p.m.
Mumbai Time
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President and CEO of Asia Society Kevin Rudd discuss his book "The Avoidable War: The Dangers of a Catastrophic Conflict between the U.S. and Xi Jinping’s China" and more with ASPI Senior Fellow C Raja Mohan

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Asia Society Museum

Presenting groundbreaking exhibitions of traditional and contemporary Asian and Asian-American art. Learn More >

Asia Society Policy Institute

A think- and do-tank tackling major policy challenges confronting the Asia-Pacific in security, prosperity, and sustainability. Learn More >

Center for Global Education

Partnering with leaders and institutions from around the world to prepare all students for our shared global future. Learn More >

ChinaFile

An online magazine published by the Center on U.S.-China Relations, dedicated to promoting an informed, nuanced, and vibrant public conversation about China. Learn More >

Asia 21 Young Leaders

Building an unparalleled global network of Asia-Pacific influencers, from all walks of life, who are changing the world. Learn More >

Asia Game Changer Awards

Honoring true leaders who are making a positive contribution to the future of Asia and the world. Learn More >

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