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 /  Japan

Tokyo: Leading the Change for a Sustainable Future

TOKYO, January 20, 2025 — Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike outlines the city’s bold steps toward sustainability, innovation, and global leadership. From renewable energy initiatives to fostering startups and enhancing tourism, Tokyo is shaping a future that blends tradition with cutting-edge progress. (12 min., 11 sec.)

[IN CHINESE] 725 Salon: Liu Qiao
Current Affairs
 /  New York

[IN CHINESE] 725 Salon: Liu Qiao

The renowned Chinese economist shares his insights and analysis on China’s economy with Bin Ouyang.
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China’s Quiet DeepSeek Moment in Biotech: A Rapid Rise, Potential Risks, and Global Implications
Policy
 /  New York

China’s Quiet DeepSeek Moment in Biotech: A Rapid Rise, Potential Risks, and Global Implications

Lizzi C. Lee speaks with Gary Rieschel about what's behind China's biotech boom, potential risks, and long-term global implications. 
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Sean Turnell on Surviving Myanmar’s Notorious Prisons and the Economic Future of the Civil War
Policy
 /  New York

Sean Turnell on Surviving Myanmar’s Notorious Prisons and the Economic Future of the Civil War

The former economic advisor to Aung San Suu Kyi shares his experience in detention after the 2021 coup and discusses Myanmar’s economic challenges and potential international solutions.
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Healthy Aging: Collaborations Between Japan and the United States
Current Affairs
 /  Japan

Healthy Aging: Collaborations Between Japan and the United States

Dr. Marlon Maus and Dr. Mai Kabayama speak with Jesper Koll about Japan’s approaches to its rising aging population, from public health policies to digital solutions, and offer insights into building a healthier aging society.
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Myanmar/Burma 2025: Challenges and Opportunities
Current Affairs
 /  New York

Myanmar/Burma 2025: Challenges and Opportunities

Sean Turnell, Priscilla Clapp, and Kyaw Moe Tun speak with Debra Eisenman about the current situation in Myanmar four years after its military coup in 2021.
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The Two Sessions: What Will China Do on Stimulus, Trade Wars, and Tech Competition?
Policy
 /  New York

The Two Sessions: What Will China Do on Stimulus, Trade Wars, and Tech Competition?

Neil Thomas speaks with Michael Hirson, Lizzi C. Lee, and Guoguang Wu about the Two Sessions and Chinese Premier Li Qiang's government report.
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That’s What (Economic) Friends Are For: Working with Indo-Pacific Partners to Enhance Supply Chain Resilience
Policy
 /  New York

That’s What (Economic) Friends Are For: Working with Indo-Pacific Partners to Enhance Supply Chain Resilience

An expert panel explores the U.S.’s friendshoring policy, key lessons, and ways to enhance it for stronger supply chains and greater economic prosperity for U.S. businesses and workers.
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Exhibition Opening: (Re)Generations
Arts
 /  New York

Exhibition Opening: (Re)Generations

Rina Banerjee, Byron Kim, and Howardena Pindell speak with Joan Kee about their works in Asia Society Museum's latest exhibition.
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Carbon Markets Outlook Post COP29
Policy
 /  New York

Carbon Markets Outlook Post COP29

Alistair Ritchie shares his perspective on ETSs in Asia, the new Carbon Credit Trading Scheme in India, and how companies should prepare themselves for this new policy.
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[IN CHINESE] 725 Salon: Hao Jiang Tian
Arts
 /  New York

[IN CHINESE] 725 Salon: Hao Jiang Tian

The Chinese-born internationally renowned bass speaks about his opera journey with Bin Ouyang.
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Dr. Paul Gruenwald on Trump 2.0, AI, and New Globalization
Current Affairs
 /  New York

Dr. Paul Gruenwald on Trump 2.0, AI, and New Globalization

The global chief economist at S&P Global Ratings speaks with Seth Faison and shares insights on key market trends and the critical economic changes to watch.
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Talk at the Library: The Swiss-Chinese Relationship Through History
Current Affairs
 /  Switzerland

Talk at the Library: The Swiss-Chinese Relationship Through History

Ariane Knüsel speaks with Rebecca Farner about her latest book which offers an overview of Switzerland-China relations since the 1950s.
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