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Startup Nation Japan: Japan’s Democracy in Action — The Case of CALL4

TOKYO, January 12, 2023 — CALL4 director Motoki Taniguchi discusses the potential that judiciary cases have in bringing positive changes to Japan’s society. Taniguchi speaks of his personal journey that led him to start the innovative civil rights crowdfunding platform as well as a legal practice that defends and speaks up for civil rights in Japan. Jesper Koll, chair of the policy committee at Asia Society Japan, hosted the program and moderated the fireside chat. (58 min., 11 sec.)

Jafar Panahi's 'Circle' of Fate
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Jafar Panahi's 'Circle' of Fate

Duke University Professor Negar Mottahedeh reflects on The Circle, Jafar Panahi's dark 2000 portrayal of women in Iran.
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Chorus Repertory Theatre: 'Orchids of Manipur' (Highlights)
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Chorus Repertory Theatre: 'Orchids of Manipur' (Highlights)

NEW YORK, March 7, 2011 - One of India's most celebrated theater companies, led by Ratan Thiyam, performs an exciting mixture of dance, martial arts, and music at Asia Society New York. (5 min., 54 sec.)

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National Trauma, National Cinema
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National Trauma, National Cinema

Columbia University professor Hamid Dabashi discusses filmmaker Jafar Panahi and Iranian cinema with Asia Society's La Frances Hui.
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UNESCO's Irina Bokova (Complete)

UNESCO's Irina Bokova (Complete)

UNESCO Director-General Irina Bokova discusses culture and development with Asia Society President Vishakha N. Desai.
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Democracy and Development Key to Peace in Sri Lanka
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Democracy and Development Key to Peace in Sri Lanka

NEW YORK, March 9, 2011 - Asia Society Associate Fellow Ahilan Kadirgamar explains that prosperity and peace in Sri Lanka must be rooted in democracy. (1 min., 58 sec.)

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Colin Thubron: 'To a Mountain in Tibet' (Complete)

Colin Thubron: 'To a Mountain in Tibet' (Complete)

NEW YORK, March 8, 2011 - Author Colin Thubron reads from and discusses To a Mountain in Tibet, a combination travel book and memoir. (1 hr., 15 min.)

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Celebration of Intl. Women's Day (Complete)
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Celebration of Intl. Women's Day (Complete)

NEW YORK, March 8, 2011 - Umber Ahmad, Donna Blackwell, Susan Davis, and Jo Natauri recognize corporate and nonprofit programs that are helping women in Asia and America. (1 hr., 19 min.)
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'My Korean Deli' (Complete)
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'My Korean Deli' (Complete)

NEW YORK, March 4, 2011 - Ben Ryder Howe discusses his memoir about running a Korean deli in New York City with his Korean in-laws. (57 min., 23 sec.)
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'Crimson Gold' and the Artist as Citizen
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'Crimson Gold' and the Artist as Citizen

Columbia University's Hamid Dabashi discusses the critique of Iranian society presented in Jafar Panahi's 2003 film Crimson Gold.
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India Prospective 2011 (Complete)
Business

India Prospective 2011 (Complete)

NEW YORK, March 1, 2011 - Dr. Ajay Gondane, Amb. Frank G. Wisner, and other experts analyze the Indian government's 2011 budget and economic survey. (1 hr., 21 min.)

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Tribute to Jafar Panahi (Complete)
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Tribute to Jafar Panahi (Complete)

Hamid Dabashi, Hadi Ghaemi, Negar Mottahedeh, and Richard Peña assess the plight of Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi.
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China, Eyeing Mideast Revolts, Halts Even Minor Protests
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China, Eyeing Mideast Revolts, Halts Even Minor Protests

NEW YORK, February 28, 2011 - Arthur Ross Director of the Center on US-China Relations Orville Schell explains how China is cracking down on protests while the government is dealing with grievances. (3 min., 26 sec.)

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