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About the Asia Society Policy Institute

With a problem-solving mandate, the Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) tackles major policy challenges confronting the Asia-Pacific in security, prosperity, sustainability, and the development of common norms and values for the region. Learn more

Upcoming Events

Fri 22 Sep 2017
4:00pm - 5:15pm
Discussion / New York
Commonwealth of Australia: Minister for Foreign Affairs Julie Bishop
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Sat 23 Sep 2017
6:00am - 7:15am
Discussion / Australia
Minister for Foreign Affairs Julie Bishop
Mon 25 Sep 2017
4:15pm - 5:00pm
Discussion / New York
Republic of Indonesia: Minister for Foreign Affairs Retno Marsudi
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Mon 25 Sep 2017
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Discussion / New York
[CANCELED] Navigating Asia’s Security Challenges
Mon 25 Sep 2017
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Discussion / Washington, DC
Successful Disruption and Innovation in Global Development with Magdalena J. Seol

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Recent Commentary

Myanmar’s Rohingya Crisis Meets Reality
In the New York Times, Kevin Rudd explains the complex internal politics that have shaped Aung San Suu Kyi's response to the Rohingya crisis.
Asia Blog
Asia Abridged Podcast: The 'Horrific' Plight of Myanmar's Rohingya Muslims
Asia Society's Debra Eisenman discusses the unfolding crisis involving the group often called "the world's most persecuted minority."
Chances of Second Korean War Between 20 and 25 Percent
Kevin Rudd writes that a second Korean War has now become an increasing possibility.
Now is Not the Time for U.S.-South Korea Trade Tensions
Wendy Cutler outlines how to get the U.S.-South Korea trade relationship back on track.
The North Korean Nuclear Dilemma: Is Asia Heading Towards Armed Conflict?
Kevin Rudd delivers a speech on the North Korea nuclear crisis.
Asia Blog
3 Questions on the China/India Border Dispute
What the standoff in the Himalayas means for relations between Asia's two powers
Interview
U.S. Should Use WTO Mechanisms in Trade Disputes with China
Kevin Rudd discusses President Trump's tough stance on trade relations with China.

Featured Endeavors

Securing Peace in Asia
ASPI initiative, led by a high-level Policy Commission, to strengthen regional security institutions in Asia.
Building a High Standard and Inclusive Asia-Pacific Trade Architecture
ASPI initiative, led by a high-level Policy Commission, to promote economic integration in the Asia-Pacific.
Report
Advice for the 45th U.S. President: Opinions from Across the Pacific
On December 13, 2016 ASPI released a briefing book with recommendations from Asia-Pacific experts for the next U.S. administration.
Toward a Northeast Asia Carbon Market
ASPI initiative to create a roadmap for linking the carbon markets in China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea.
Report
U.S.-China 21: The Future of U.S.-China Relations Under Xi Jinping
In his report for the Harvard Kennedy School’s Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs, ASPI President Kevin Rudd recommends a common strategic narrative to guide the U.S.-China relationship.
India and APEC: Charting a Path to Membership
This ASPI initiative aims to accelerate India’s entry into the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum.
The Rise of Asia and Its Impact on the Global Order
This ASPI initiative examines whether the international order can be reformed to reflect new power realities in a manner that satisfies the main sponsors of the present order by ensuring continued support for open societies and economies.
Report
Avoiding the Blind Alley: China's Economic Overhaul and Its Global Implications
This major report examines the economic reforms announced at China's Third Plenum in November 2013, assesses progress in implementing reforms, and projects their economic impacts.
Rush-hour traffic moves near the Sule Pagoda in Yangon, Myanmar. (Paula Bronstei
Myanmar
Since 2009, ASPI’s Myanmar Initiative has sought to strengthen relations between Myanmar and other countries and to support Myanmar’s transition to democracy.