Our Focus Topics 2018
The questions we are asking this year
Asia Society Switzerland focuses on a set of strategic topics at any given time. We are continuously updating the list. For questions or thoughts, please reach out to us at [email protected]
Asian Innovation
Asia – and China in particular – is fast becoming a leader in technological and scientific innovation. How does "Asian innovation" look like? How will they influence us?
Past events:
- How Corporate Innovation Works in China – A Conversation with Edward Tse, on March 15, 2018
- China-Swiss Fintech Forum, Insights into China's fintech scene and the trends that shape it, on March 7, 2018
China and the World
Latest since the 19th party congress, it has become clear that China is looking to increase its global influence. What role does the country see for itself on the world stage? How will rivals and allies respond?
Upcoming:
- The Asia Society Book Club: «The Three Body Problem» by Liu Cixin, on August 30, 2018
- The Indo-Pacific - Ports, Pearls, and Four Major Players – An Explainer Based on Four Maps, on September 25, 2018
Past events:
- Do We Need a New Asia Strategy? – How Europe Reacts to Asia’s Rise, on June 25, 2018
- Movie Screening: «The other half of the sky – Stories of Chinese businesswomen» by Patrik Soergel, on May 22, 2018
- How Corporate Innovation Works in China – A conversation with Edward Tse, on March 15, 2018
- China-Swiss Fintech Forum, Insights into China's fintech scene and the trends that shape it, on March 7, 2018
- What is China's role in the world? – A conversation with Prof. Yan Xuetong, on March 6, 2018
The Korean Peninsula
The situation in North Korea will remain a matter of international interest. How will the status quo develop? How will it influence us?
Past events:
- Opening Behind Closed Curtains – A Conversation with Katharina Zellweger, on June 7, 2018
- The Korean Peninsula and the Changing Global Security Landscape – A Conversation with John Park, on May 29/30, 2018
- The Asia Society Book Club: «Pachinko» by Min Jin Lee, on April 19, 2018
Demographic Changes
Changes in the demographic makeup of societies are a challenge for countries around the world – especially in Asia: China, Japan and South Korea are among the fastest-aging population in the world. How do the States cope with this challenge?
Japan's Resurgence?
After a long period of stagnation, Japan's economy has returned to growth. But will it last?
To read about our topics in 2017, please visit our archive.