A Recap of Assignment China: An Oral History Of American Journalists In The People's Republic
Book talk with Mike Chinoy, Moderated by John Pomfret
March 13, 2023 —Asia Society Northern California and Asia Society Center on U.S.-China Relations held a hybrid program in San Francisco with Mike Chinoy, former CNN Beijing Bureau Chief about his latest book, Assignment China. The session was introduced by Mary Kay Magistad, Deputy Director, Center on U.S. - China Relations, Asia Society and moderated by award-winning writer and former foreign correspondent and editor at the Washington Post John Pomfret.
Assignment China, a remarkable new book by former CNN Beijing Bureau Chief Mike Chinoy, is the story of the American journalists who have covered China—from the Communist revolution of 1949 through the COVID-19 pandemic—told in their own words.
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Speakers gather for a group photo - Margaret Conley, Mike Chinoy, John Pomfret, and Mary Kay Magistad.
Margaret Conley delivers opening remarks for the public program
Mary Kay Magistad presents opening remarks and sets the scene for the book talk.
Mike Chinoy begins his book talk presentation consisting of various video clips and pictures.
Mike Chinoy is welcomed by a packed audience in San Francisco.
Mike Chinoy and John Pomfret kick off their moderated discussion.
Mike Chinoy and John Pomfret's engaging moderated discussion.
Audience members got the chance to purchase the book directly after the book talk.
Audience members line up as they get the exciting opportunity to speak and receive the signature of Mike Chinoy, author of Assignment China.
Mike Chinoy signs personalized copies of his book for audience members.
Innovator, Groundbreaker, Advisory Council and Board Members enjoyed a invite-only reception prior to the program where they had the chance to socialize with one another and with speakers.
Guests of VIP Reception socialize prior to the public program.