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Leadership Lessons for the Age of Uncertainty 

SINGAPORE, December 7, 2024 — At the Asia 21 Summit, AlphaGeo founder and CEO Parag Khanna speaks with Lobsang Sangay, senior visiting fellow at East Asian Legal Studies Program of Harvard Law School (Asia 21 Class of 2007) about leadership skills that are required to navigate through uncertainty, manage through crisis, build resilience, and create better futures through collective efforts. (58 min., 58 sec.)

U.S.-Japan Relations Under the Trump Administration 2.0
Current Affairs
 /  Japan

U.S.-Japan Relations Under the Trump Administration 2.0

Richard Fontaine and Ken Jimbo analyze how U.S.-Japan relations are being reshaped under the second Trump administration.
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Joseph Torigian on Xi Jinping’s Father
Current Affairs
 /  New York

Joseph Torigian on Xi Jinping’s Father

The author and research fellow speaks with Orville Schell about his new biography of Xi Zhongxun, revealing how the father’s life helped shape China’s current leader.
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China’s Climate Path Amid Trade Tensions and Global Expectations
Policy
 /  New York

China’s Climate Path Amid Trade Tensions and Global Expectations

Kate Logan, Lauri Myllyvirta, Anders Hove, and Li Shuo examine China’s clean energy expansion, stance ahead of COP30, and how the U.S.-China trade war is influencing the global energy transition.
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Behind Beijing’s Rare Earth Chokehold: A New Flashpoint in the U.S.-China Trade and Tech Standoff
Policy
 /  New York

Behind Beijing’s Rare Earth Chokehold: A New Flashpoint in the U.S.-China Trade and Tech Standoff

Lizzi C. Lee examines the role of rare earths in U.S.-China trade and tech tensions with Paul Triolo and Pascale Massot.
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Country Hotel: Film Discussion
Arts
 /  New York

Country Hotel: Film Discussion

Palita Chunsaengchan and Inney Prakash talk about the legacy of the “father of Thai cinema” R.D. Pestonji.
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2025 Osborn Elliott Journalism Prize: The Associated Press and FRONTLINE on “South Korea's Adoption Reckoning”
Current Affairs
 /  New York

2025 Osborn Elliott Journalism Prize: The Associated Press and FRONTLINE on “South Korea's Adoption Reckoning”

Claire Galofaro, Lora Moftah, and Mary Rajkumar join Marcus Brauchli to discuss their winning documentary that uncovers how a global adoption system shattered families, concealed truths, and left many without a home or identity.
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Political Reset? Implications of the ROK Election for the Alliance and the Region
Policy
 /  New York

Political Reset? Implications of the ROK Election for the Alliance and the Region

The Asia Society Policy Institute hosts a rapid reaction panel discussion on the election of Lee Jae-myung in South Korea's snap presidential election, and the implications for the U.S.-ROK alliance and South Korea's relations.
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The Rise of Non-Native Entrepreneurs Leveraging Japan
Business
 /  Japan

The Rise of Non-Native Entrepreneurs Leveraging Japan

Oya Koc, Philippe Khin, and Hao Tran explore the challenges and advantages of launching startups in Japan, from funding and culture to scaling in a fast-changing ecosystem.
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Fashion Icons: Prabal Gurung and 'Walk Like a Girl'
Arts
 /  New York

Fashion Icons: Prabal Gurung and 'Walk Like a Girl'

In conversation with Lisa Ling, the acclaimed designer reveals how fashion weaves together stories, sparks activism, and drives global impact.
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Ambassadors’ Circle with Ambassador of the Republic of Korea
Current Affairs
 /  Japan

Ambassadors’ Circle with Ambassador of the Republic of Korea

Cheol-Hee PARK calls for a future-focused Korea–Japan partnership, highlighting shared values, global roles, and the rising impact of cultural exchange and youth engagement.
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New Centers of Gravity: How China and India Are Vying for Influence in the European Union
Policy
 /  New York

New Centers of Gravity: How China and India Are Vying for Influence in the European Union

Lyle Morris speaks with Philippe Le Corre and Akshay Mathur about the current state of EU-China and EU-India relations.
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Cross Currents: Collecting Australian Indigenous Art With Respect and Resonance
Arts
 /  New York

Cross Currents: Collecting Australian Indigenous Art With Respect and Resonance

A panel explores how collectors, curators, and communities can honor the rich traditions and voices of Indigenous Australian artists.
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