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(L to R) Daniel Russel, Rui Maria de Arujo, Kevin Rudd, and Albert Chua discuss ASEAN at Asia Society in New York on September 23, 2016. (Elsa Ruiz/Asia Society)

Why ASEAN Continues To 'Make Haste Slowly'
September 23rd by Eric Fish

How an Outbreak in Asia 'Changes the Conversation' About the Zika Virus

A city worker sprays chemicals with a fumigator to kill mosquitoes in an effort to control the spread of the Zika virus at a school in Bangkok on September 14, 2016. (Lillian Suwanrumpha/AFP/Getty Images)
Current Affairs

A conversation with Dr. Ashish Jha of the Harvard Medical Group about how Southeast Asia is increasingly susceptible to the deadly ailment.

September 23rd by Kelsey Roy

Equipping Students for the 'Head-Spinning Changes' of Globalization

Panelists discuss education issues at the launch of Asia Society's Center for Global Education. (Ellen Wallop/Asia Society)
Education

High UN and OECD officials describe how promoting diversity and 21st century technological skills in students are critical as the world globalizes.

September 23rd by Eric Fish

Interview: Education Minister Hekia Parata on Preparing New Zealand's Future Generations to Take on the World

New Zealand's Minister of Education Hekia Parata aims to equip all of New Zealand's students with the tools to take on a fast-paced global community. (Image courtesy of Hekia Parata)
Education

"New Zealanders have a long tradition of looking outwards, and taking risks."

September 22nd by Michelle FlorCruz

Aung San Suu Kyi: 'What We Want Is a Truly Democratic Country'

Aung San Suu Kyi addresses Asia Society in New York. (Ellen Wallop/Asia Society)
Current AffairsPolicy

The iconic Nobel laureate addressed Asia Society for the first time as Myanmar's most powerful official.

September 21st by Matt Schiavenza

Sarah Brown: Why Expanded Education Opportunity Is Key to Solving Global Challenges

Sarah Brown (Elsa Ruiz/Asia Society)
Education

The education advocate and former First Lady of the United Kingdom explains why global competence is so vital to the future.

September 21st by Sarah Brown

Aung San Suu Kyi's U.S. Visit: An Explainer

Aung San Suu Kyi addresses a press conference after her visit to the International Labour Conference, Palais des Nations on June 14, 2012. (Violaine Martin/UN Geneva/Flickr)
Current Affairs

Asia Society's Debra Eisenman explains the backdrop of Myanmar's most influential leader's trip to the United States.

September 21st by Debra Eisenman

How Nuclear Deterrence in North Korea Became 'A Game of Chicken'

(Elsa Ruiz/Asia Society)
Current Affairs

An expert panel convened by Asia Society debated why a solution to Asia's most nuclear crisis remains elusive.

September 20th by Michelle FlorCruz

Progress in Protecting Stolen Antiquities Is Real — But Challenges Remain

A high-level panel convenes to discuss the ongoing challenges of combating antiquities looting. (Elsa Ruiz/Asia Society)
Current Affairs

The effort to safeguard cultural treasures from terrorist looting has become a high-priority international issue.

September 19th by Michelle FlorCruz

Alan Yang: Asian Americans in Hollywood Have 'A Long Way to Go'

Actor/writer Aziz Ansari (R) and writer Alan Yang accept Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series for the 'Master of None' episode 'Parents' onstage during the 68th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards at Microsoft Theater on September 18, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
ArtsCurrent Affairs

The co-creator of the Netflix show "Master of None" used his acceptance speech at the Emmy's to encourage Asian American representation in film and TV.

September 19th by Matt Schiavenza

Interview: Emiko Saraswati Susilo on the Beauty of Indonesian Dance

Sara Gambina-Belknap
Arts

The choreographer, dancer, and vocalist discussed her upbringing and influences to Asia Society Northern California.

September 19th by Laura Jenkins