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LATEST COMMENTARY

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South Korea Can Save the Nuclear Talks

As Presidents Moon and Trump prepare to meet today, John Delury ('10) writes that the former is in an ideal position to revive US-North Korea talks and bridge the gap between the two countries' expectations.
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The Many Problems With the Barr Letter

With the completion of special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 US presidential election, Asia 21 Young Leader Neal Katyal urges full release of the investigative report.
The Crisis of Thailand’s Junta Rule

With the deck stacked against it, the post-election government is almost certain to be weak and ineffective. Will that lead to another constitutional crisis?
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Afghan Peace Process Should Be Inclusive and Not Rushed

Asia 21 Young Leader Nader Nadery discusses the need for an inclusive Afghan peace process and a measured reduction of US troops from the country.
Asia Inside Out Podcast: Sisterhood of the Asia Wonks

Lindsey Ford, Laura Rosenberger, and Anna Fifield talk about the importance of diversity and gender equality in Asia-Pacific policy discussions.
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More Women Leadership in Media Can Change the Stories of the World

Asia 21 Young Leader Namgay Zam talks about the importance of having more women leaders in media after being appointed executive director of the Journalists Association of Bhutan this past week.

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ASIA 21 IN THE WORLD

TIME Magazine Names Menaka Guruswamy ('08) One of World's 100 Most Influential People of 2019

Asia 21 Young Leader Menaka Guruswamy ('08) is named as one of world's 100 most Influential people of 2019 by TIME magazine.

Freshta Karim ('13) and Roopam Sharma ('18) Named in Forbes' 30 Under 30 Asia Class of 2019

Asia 21 Young Leaders Freshta Karim ('13) and Roopam Sharma ('18) are named in Forbes' 30 Under 30 Asia Class of 2019.

Fritz Demopoulos ('06) Joins Asia Society Board of Trustees

Asia 21 Young Leader Fritz Demopoulos from the inaugural class of 2006 joins Asia Society's board of trustees.

Saathi Wins the 2019 St Andrews Prize for the Environment

Asia 21 Young Leader Kristin Kagetsu's Saathi wins the 2019 St Andrews Prize for the Environment for its work on developing biodegradable and compostable sanitary pads.

Anam Zakaria ('18) Publishes Her Second Book, "Between the Great Divide"

Asia 21 Young Leader Anam Zakaria publishes her second book, "Between the Great Divide: A Journey into Pakistani-administered Kashmir."

Two Young Leaders Named Among 100 Global Thinkers of 2019 by Foreign Policy Magazine

Asia 21 Young Leaders Dr. Menaka Guruswamy and Roopam Sharma named among Foreign Policy Magazine's 100 Global Thinkers of 2019.

UPCOMING EVENTS WITH ASIA 21

Performance
/ India

Cultural Diplomacy & Chiragh - A Light in the Dark

Thursday 25 Apr 2019
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

A conversation on cultural diplomacy and music as a unifying medium with Nirupama Rao, Dr. Ahmad Sarmast, Viswa Subbaraman and Mini Menon; followed by a special perfomance by an ensemble of SASO musicians
Briefing
/ Northern California

Roundtable: Asia 21 Young Leader Anam Zakaria

Monday 29 Apr 2019
4 - 6 p.m.

Apr 29: For members only, including President's Circle and Asia 21 Alumni
Discussion
/ New York

India Decides: Making Sense of the 2019 General Election

Wednesday 29 May 2019
6:30 - 8 p.m.

Join us for a discussion on the results of India's elections with experts Kanchan Chandra, Menaka Guruswamy, Tanvi Madan, Milan Vaishnav, and Robert Jenkins (moderator).

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Discussion
/ New York

'The Great Successor:' Understanding Kim Jong Un and North Korea

Thursday 13 Jun 2019
6:30 - 8 p.m.

Anna Fifield, Beijing Bureau Chief for The Washington Post, and Asia Society Policy Institute's Daniel Russel discuss Kim Jong Un, North Korea, and what comes next after Hanoi.

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PAST EVENTS WITH ASIA 21

Panel Discussion
/ New York

Can Chinese Philanthropy Alleviate Global Poverty? [SOLD OUT]

05 Apr 2019
8 - 10 a.m.

Join us for an all-star discussion on Chinese philanthropy practices and its effect on global poverty, featuring speakers from The Rockefeller Foundation and representatives from social and impact investment funds.
Film
/ New York

Buried Seeds: An Evening With Chef Vikas Khanna

21 Feb 2019
6 - 8 p.m.

Filmmaker Andrei Severny and chef Vikas Khanna discuss Severny's documentary 'Buried Seeds,' a film that tells Khanna's extraordinary rise from poverty to Michelin-starred chef.