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California’s Future Depends on Asian American Philanthropy

Writing on the prominence and emerging role of Asian-Americans in the US, Asia 21 Young Leader Sylvia Kim discusses the need for more Asian-American representation in the philanthropic sector to renew California's "social compact."
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The Best Way Forward For Southeast Asian Cities

Asia 21 Young Leader Natharoun Ngo discusses the future of smart cities in Southeast Asia and in his home country of Cambodia in particular.
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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.

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ASIA 21 IN THE WORLD

Tamao Sasada ('09) Appointed President of Merrill Lynch Japan Securities

Bank of America appoints Asia 21 Young Leader Tamao Sasada ('09) as president of Merrill Lynch Japan Securities.

Vikas Khanna ('06) Makes Directorial Debut

World-renowned chef and Asia 21 Young Leader Vikas Khanna makes directorial debut with "The Last Color."

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.

UPCOMING EVENTS WITH ASIA 21

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

Briefing
/ Northern California

Roundtable: Asia 21 Young Leader Anam Zakaria

29 Apr 2019
4 - 6 p.m.

Apr 29: For members only, including President's Circle and Asia 21 Alumni
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.