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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
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21 Sep 20208 - 9 p.m.New York TimeCalculate your local time »A conversation on Chinese and global climate action in conjunction with the United Nations General Assembly and Climate Week NYC.
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24 Sep 202010 - 11 a.m.New York TimeCalculate your local time »H.E. Anwar bin Mohammed Gargash, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of the UAE will deliver an address and join Asia Society Policy Institute President Kevin Rudd for a discussion.
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24 Sep 20208 - 9 p.m.New York TimeCalculate your local time »H.E. Kang Kyung-wha, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea will deliver an address and discuss Korea's response to COVID-19 and how the pandemic has changed the global landscape for the country with Daniel Russel.
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30 Sep 20209 - 10 a.m.Washington DC TimeCalculate your local time »Join the launch event for ASPI’s latest report, which lays out a roadmap for how the next administration can reengage the members of the CPTPP trade agreement.
Featured Videos
Recent Commentary
Recent Reports
Featured Initiatives
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A series of reflections by thought leaders, policymakers, and experts throughout Asia on what this new (ab)normal will mean and what it will entail.
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Examines key BRI projects in the Indo-Pacific and sheds light on the nature of dual-use BRI projects and their potential strategic and military implications for China, the region, and the United States.
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ASPI initiative exploring the strategic implications of emerging ties between major countries in the Middle East and major countries in east, south, and southeast Asia.
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Using hard data to analyze China's economy under Xi Jinping.
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Recommendations to ensure beneficial and sustainable BRI outcomes.
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An initiative seeking to manage distrust and conflict between the U.S. and China.
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An initiative aimed at promoting economic integration in the Asia-Pacific.
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ASPI initiative to create a roadmap for linking the carbon markets in China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea.
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An ASPI initiative to strengthen regional security institutions in Asia.
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This ASPI initiative aims to accelerate India’s entry into the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum.
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ASPI's projects and analysis on Myanmar.