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Foreign Minister of Australia Julie Bishop

Australia Foreign Minister Warns of 'Pitfalls of Protectionism'

One day before President Trump announced the impositions of tariffs, Julie Bishop warned that protectionism could worsen U.S.-China relations.
Guests view Unknown Tibet at Asia Society Museum

Asia Society and Rubin Museum Team Up During 'Unknown Tibet'

During the run of Unknown Tibet: The Tucci Expeditions and Buddhist Painting, Asia Society Museum and the Rubin Museum are offering discounted admission when you visit both institutions. 
Unknown Tibet: The Tucci Expeditions and Buddhist Painting

'Unknown Tibet: The Tucci Expeditions and Buddhist Painting' Opens to American Audiences for First Time

Asia Society Museum's highly anticipated exhibition explores Tibet through the eyes of Italian explorer Giuseppe Tucci.
Wes Nisker

How the 'Crazy Wisdom' of Buddhism Caught On in the West

Writer and radio personality Wes Nisker explains how practices like meditation and mindfulness have become so mainstream.
Asia Society Lunar New Year Family Day

Asia Society Rings in Year of the Dog During Annual Lunar New Year Celebration

Asia Society celebrated the Year of the Dog with live music, theater, crafts, and more.
Dan Harris (L) and Thupten Jinpa (R)

Reconciling Buddhist Teachings and Buddhists' Atrocities

The treatment of the Muslim Rohingya minority by Myanmar's Buddhist leaders defies the religion's teachings of compassion.
Josh Korda

How a 'Dharma Punk' Learned To Treat Addiction Through Meditation

An interview with Dharma Punx teacher Josh Korda.
Rev. TK Nakagaki Interview

Using Buddhist Values To Navigate Polarizing Politics

"Talking has value, but silence in the form of listening should be valued, too."
Anson Chan speaks at Asia Society

Why Didn't Britain Democratize Hong Kong?

Because China threatened to retake the territory by force if they tried.
Danny Russel on U.S.-China Relations

How To Avoid a 'Cold War Rivalry' With China in 2018

Daniel Russel describes how the U.S.-China relationship stands to have the most profound impact on American interests in the region.