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Cambodia
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 /  Switzerland

Mini-Conference: Southeast Asia Faces a Rising China

Watch the keynote by Sebastian Strangio, journalist and author on China in Southeast Asia and listen to the discussions on Cambodia and Laos with Sebastian and Indonesia, and Malaysia with Ben Bland of the Lowy Institute.
President Trump and Xi Jinping

How the Trump Administration Should Deal With a Changing China

A new task force report argues that China is different than it used to be — and the Trump administration's approach to the U.S.-China relationship is flawed.
U.S. Pacific Fleet - South China Sea
article
 /  Asia Society Policy Institute

Four Challenges to a Credible U.S. Strategy

Lindsey Ford highlights problems with the U.S. approach to North Korea and the South China Sea.
USS Carl Vinson visits Vietnam.
article
 /  Asia Society Policy Institute

ASEAN Must Respond Boldly to Growing U.S.-China Competition

ASEAN should advance own Indo-Pacific concept or see Washington or Beijing take the lead, writes ASPI President Kevin Rudd.
PLA Navy ships in formation.
interview
 /  Asia Society Policy Institute

U.S.-China Military Conflict an “Increasing Risk”

As long as the future of U.S.-China relations remain unclear, Japan's PM Shinzo Abe should work on improving China-Japan relations, says ASPI President Kevin Rudd.
Kevin Rudd at the U.S. Naval Academy, Oct. 10, 2018
speech
 /  Asia Society Policy Institute

The United States and China—The Avoidable War

Visiting the U.S. Naval Academy, Kevin Rudd asks 10 significant questions of policy makers in this new era of strategic competition between the U.S. and China.
interview
 /  Asia Society Policy Institute

Tillerson to Address the Philippines’ Deadly Drug Crackdown

During Rex Tillerson's visit to the Philippines, Lindsey Ford discusses what will be on his agenda on PBS Newshour.
The South China Sea (C) is seen on a globe for sale at a bookstore in Beijing on June 15, 2016. (Greg Baker/AFP/Getty Images)

How China's Past Informs its Push for Power

Author Howard French explains why Beijing's behavior in the South China Sea is consistent with how the country has always viewed itself.
Orville Schell (L) and Susan Shirk speak at the launch of the new report "U.S. Policy Toward China: Recommendations for a New Administration." (Ellen Wallop/Asia Society)

Task Force Gives Recommendations for a U.S.-China Relationship at 'a Crossroads'

Prominent China specialists lay out the challenge the U.S. faces in its relationship with China, and how to address them.
A vendor picks up a 100 yuan note above a newspaper featuring a photo of U.S. president-elect Donald Trump, at a news stand in Beijing on November 10, 2016. (Greg Baker/AFP/Getty Images)

Trump's Trade and Security Challenges with China

When Donald Trump assumes the presidency, perhaps his most complex foreign policy challenge will be China. Is he up to the task?
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte (L) and Chinese President Xi Jinping (R) shakes hands after a signing ceremony on October 20, 2016 in Beijing, China. (Ng Han Guan-Pool/Getty Images)

Rodrigo Duterte, China, and the United States: Explained

What you need to know about the Philippine president's recent visit to Beijing
Activists wearing monkey masks display placards during a rally against Beijing's island-building in the South China Sea, ahead of the year of the monkey at the Chinese consulate in Manila on February 5, 2016. (Jay Directo/AFP/Getty Images)

U.S. May Adopt More Cooperative Posture With Beijing on South China Sea, Analyst Says

Yann-huei Song describes new developments in the South China Sea after an international tribunal rebuked Beijing's territorial claims.
article
 /  Australia

Federal Cabinet Changes: a signal or symptom of growing regional tension

What are the implications of the separation of the Defence and Defence Industry Portfolio?
report
 /  Australia

What's next in the South China Sea?

Asia Society analysts and partners weigh in on The Hague tribunal's South China Sea ruling.
Philippines

The Future of ASEAN Cooperation

Experts weigh in on the viability of an ASEAN Coalition in the wake of the South China Sea ruling by the Hague
U.S. Marines amphibious assault vehicles speed past a landing ship during an amphibious landing exercise on April 21, 2015 as part of annual Philippine-U.S. joint maneuvers some 137 miles east of the Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea — an area contested by China and the Philippines. (Ted Aljibe/AFP/Getty Images)

Surveys Found Majority of Chinese Actually Supported South China Sea Arbitration

China's government has rejected and condemned international arbitration of its maritime disputes — so why do polls suggest that the Chinese population recently felt differently?
Charlie Rose Show
interview
 /  Asia Society Policy Institute

Kevin Rudd on The Hague's South China Sea Decision and U.S.-China Relations

ASPI President Kevin Rudd spoke with Charlie Rose on July 13, 2016 about U.S.-China relations and the recent South China Sea ruling by The Hague.
PH officials and lawyers at the Peace Palace in The Hague. Photo Credit: Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines

The Philippines Wins Maritime Dispute Case Against China

International Tribune in The Hague concludes that China has no legal basis to claim historic rights to the bulk of the South China Sea.

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Southeast Asia Faces a Rising China
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Southeast Asia Faces a Rising China

Sebastian Strangio, journalist and author of In the Dragon's Shadow: Southeast Asia in the Chinese Century, gives a keynote presentation on China’s rise in Southeast Asia.
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Xi Jinping and Donald Trump
Policy

Kevin Rudd: 5 Things To Watch in U.S.-China Relations in 2019

The former Australian prime minister previews a "big year" for Sino-American ties.
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'A Very Dangerous Period' For the U.S. and China
Current Affairs
 /  New York

'A Very Dangerous Period' For the U.S. and China

Howard French describes how economics and demographics make China anxious to gain what it can in the next 10 to 15 years.
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ChinaFile Presents: ‘How the Past Helps Shape China’s Push for Global Power’ (Complete)
Current Affairs
 /  New York

ChinaFile Presents: ‘How the Past Helps Shape China’s Push for Global Power’ (Complete)

A conversation with former New York Times Asia correspondent Howard French and Asia Society’s Orville Schell.
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The South China Sea: A View From Beijing (Complete)
Policy
 /  New York

The South China Sea: A View From Beijing (Complete)

The former Minister of Foreign Affairs from China presents Beijing's perspective on the maritime dispute.
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How South China Sea Conflicts Can Be Avoided
Policy
 /  Texas

How South China Sea Conflicts Can Be Avoided

David Firestein discusses practical measures parties like the U.S. and China can take to avoid misinterpretation and escalation of contentious territorial disputes.
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Daniel Russel: U.S. Won't Give China a 'Free Pass' on Contentious Issues
Policy

Daniel Russel: U.S. Won't Give China a 'Free Pass' on Contentious Issues

Assistant U.S. secretary of state discusses navigating the line between cooperation and acquiescence when negotiating with Chinese counterparts.
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Update on U.S.-Asia Policy: A Conversation with Daniel Russel (Complete)
Policy
 /  New York

Update on U.S.-Asia Policy: A Conversation with Daniel Russel (Complete)

Daniel Russel, Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs, speaks at Asia Society New York ahead of President Obama’s November 2015 trip to regional summits in the Philippines and in Malaysia.
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Vietnam's President Emphasizes Sovereignty Over Disputed Islands
Policy

Vietnam's President on Island Dispute

Truong Tan Sang responds to Xi Jinping.
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Truong Tan Sang: President of Vietnam (Complete)
Policy
 /  New York

Video: President of Vietnam

Truong Tan Sang appeared Monday in a wide-ranging conversation at Asia Society
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Robert D. Kaplan: 'A More Crowded, Nervous, Anxious World'
Policy
 /  New York

Watch: 'A More Anxious World'

Robert D. Kaplan analyzes tensions in the South China Sea.
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South China Sea: Pathways to Peace (Complete)
Policy
 /  New York

South China Sea: Troubled Waters

Watch: Robert D. Kaplan, fellow panelists examine potential solutions.
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Vietnam's Place in the World Order (Complete)
Policy
 /  New York

Vietnam's Place in the World Order (Complete)

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Vietnam Pham Binh Minh explains how his country needs to balance its relationship with China and the U.S.
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Vietnam FM: A Shared Commitment to the Asia Pacific
Policy
 /  New York

Vietnam FM: A Shared Commitment to the Asia Pacific

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Vietnam Pham Binh Minh argues for how his country can contribute to greater stability in the Asia Pacific region.
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US Deputy Secretary of State William J. Burns [ASPI Launch]
Policy
 /  New York

US Deputy Secretary of State William J. Burns [ASPI Launch]

U.S. Deputy Secretary of State William J. Burns delivers the keynote address at a lunch marking the official launch of the Asia Society Policy Institute.
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Indonesian Foreign Minister on Islam and Democratization
Policy
 /  New York

Indonesian Foreign Minister on Islam and Democratization

Dr. Marty Natalegawa responds to a question asking whether Indonesia can be seen as a democratic model for other Muslim-majority countries like Egypt and Tunisia.
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Indonesian Foreign Minister Marty Natalegawa (Complete)
Policy
 /  New York

Indonesian Foreign Minister Marty Natalegawa (Complete)

Indonesian Foreign Minister Dr. Marty Natalegawa addresses Asia Society New York in conjunction with the opening of the 68th UN General Assembly.
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South China Sea: A Way Toward Cooperation (Complete)
Policy
 /  New York

South China Sea: A Way Toward Cooperation (Complete)

Panelists consider lessons and suggestions for resolving South China Sea territorial disputes.
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