Asia Society Australia is pleased to invite you to an exclusive invite-only Executive Briefing with Dr Evan Medeiros, Senior Fellow for Foreign Policy at the Asia Society Policy Institute’s Center for China Analysis (CCA), Professor and Penner Family Chair, School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University, and Mr Andrew Polk, Co-founder and Head of Economic Research at Trivium China, a Beijing-based strategic advisory firm.

China’s status as a global economic powerhouse, with predictions that it would surpass the U.S. by the end of this decade, has long been a factor in geopolitics.

This briefing will explore the headwinds that are complicating China’s once-explosive growth trajectory, including structural challenges, trade tensions, derisking, technological advancements, and the energy transition as well as domestic political factors in China and increasing geopolitical tensions. Evan and Andrew will assess whether we have actually seen ‘Peak China’ and, indeed, if the concept has merit. We will delve into China's economic outlook, the implications for businesses and investors, and what it means for Australia and the rest of the world.

Following remarks from Evan and Andrew, participants will be invited to ask questions and share their perspectives. 

This event is invitation-only and registration is essential. For any enquiries, please contact [email protected]. 

Date: Tuesday 28 May 2024

Time: 12:15 pm arrival for a 12:30 pm start. The event will conclude at 2:00 pm.

Venue: Melbourne CBD

This event is in partnership with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and is hosted by La Trobe Financial.  

About our Speakers

Dr Evan Medeiros’ background is a unique blend of research expertise and practical experience. He previously served for six years on the staff of the National Security Council as Director for China, Taiwan and Mongolia - and then as Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Asia. As President Barack Obama’s top adviser on the Asia-Pacific, Dr Medeiros was responsible for coordinating U.S. policy toward the region across the areas of diplomacy, defence policy, economic policy, and intelligence affairs. His research and teaching focuses on the international politics of East Asia, U.S.-China relations and China’s foreign and national security policies.

Mr Andrew Polk is the co-founder and head of economic research at Trivium China, a Beijing-based strategic advisory firm. Before founding Trivium, Polk was China director at Medley Global Advisors, where he advised asset managers and hedge funds on developments in China's economy and financial markets. Previously, Mr. Polk was the resident China economist at The Conference Board's China Center for Economics and Business, where he conducted economic analysis on the Chinese economy for corporate clients.