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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 02/10/2026
In the latest from #AsiaInsideOut, @faamer.bsky.social speaks with @kavehmadani.bsky.social from @unuinweh.bsky.social on global water bankruptcy and what it means for Asia. Catch the full episode on our YouTube: youtu.be/FIXnFlB0fME?...
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Asia Society @asiasociety.org · 02/10/2026
Did you know #AsiaSociety has free online programs focused on Asia? This October, tune in to conversations about Vietnam's economy, Asian immigration, contemporary art in Japan, and more. t.co/15Adw1xo1p
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Asia Society India Centre @india.asiasociety.org · 30/09/2026
In case you missed it live? The @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org's Substance or Signal? Reading the Trump-Xi Summit, featuring the Hon. Dr. Kevin Rudd AC, examined what the summit signals for the region. Watch via the link. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cawf...
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Asia Society @asiasociety.org · 30/09/2026
@asiapolicy.asiasociety.org #AsiaInsideOut brings together experts and special guests to take you beyond the latest policy headlines and provide an insider’s view on regional and global affairs. #InternationalPodcastDay
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 29/09/2026
Minister of External Affairs of India, Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, delivers an address and speaks with Daniel Russel, Distinguished Fellow at ASPI, about the state of the world, the impact of ongoing conflicts, and India’s relations with the United States, China, and Japan.
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S. Jaishankar on a World in Rebalancing
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 28/09/2026
Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan and Asia Society President and CEO @mrkrudd.bsky.social discuss the forces reshaping the global economy and international order, from AI and technological competition to U.S.-China relations, China’s economic model and Southeast Asia’s growth.
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Singapore’s Vivian Balakrishnan on AI, China, and Global Competition
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 26/09/2026
Nepal's Minister for Foreign Affairs Mr. Shisir Khanal speaks with Asia Society President & CEO @mrkrudd.bsky.social about #Nepal's foreign policy, economic ambitions, and its role in a changing #Asia. youtu.be/ihoG1FRhVJw?si=UjRgWsr4_O8…
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The Hon. Minister Shisir Khanal on Steering Nepal’s Future in Asia’s Rising Century
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 26/09/2026
Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Deputy PM and FM of Thailand and Distinguished Fellow of ASPI Danny Russel discuss ASEAN’s regionalism, resilience, and relevance; strategic autonomy amid U.S.-China competition; and the challenges facing the region, including Myanmar and Thailand-Cambodia relations.
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Thailand’s Sihasak Phuangketkeow on ASEAN and the Future of Asia
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 26/09/2026
@albomp.bsky.social, prime minister of Australia, speaks with @mrkrudd.bsky.social, President and CEO of Asia Society and 26th prime minister of Australia, about Australia’s approach to AI, social media legislation for minors, relationships across the Indo-Pacific, and the importance of the UN.
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Anthony Albanese and Kevin Rudd on Australia, AI, and the Indo-Pacific
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 25/09/2026
Dr. Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the President of the UAE, joins Dr. Kevin Rudd, President and CEO of Asia Society, for a conversation on Iran, UAE's civilian nuclear program, its exit from OPEC, the Houthi threat to Saudi Arabia, relations with India and China, and more.
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Anwar Gargash & Kevin Rudd: Iran War, the AI Race, and Energy Security
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 25/09/2026
As U.S.-China competition reshapes the international landscape, U.S. Representative @rokhanna.bsky.social shares his perspective on the future of U.S. strategy toward China — including AI safety and governance, American economic competitiveness, effective deterrence, and diplomacy.
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AI Safety in the U.S.-China Rivalry: Ro Khanna and Kevin Rudd on Strategy, Deterrence, and Diplomacy
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 19/09/2026
Check out Asia Society's official #UNGA81 lineup! Join us for a series of special programs during the United Nations General Assembly: asiasociety.org/new-york/united-nat…
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United Nations General Assembly
Events at Asia Society happening around the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) meetings in New York.
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 18/09/2026
What can we expect from the upcoming Trump-Xi summit? CCA experts @neilthomas123.bsky.social, Lizzi C. Lee, Craig Allen, @pstasiatech.bsky.social, Helen Toner, Lyle Morris & Jing Qian examine what to watch in a new piece with @chinafile.bsky.social
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What to Watch at the Xi-Trump Summit
Ahead of the September 24 Trump-Xi summit, CCA experts identify the decisions, signals, and unresolved issues to watch across trade, technology, Taiwan, AI, and bilateral cooperation.
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 17/09/2026
#UNGA81 comes to Asia Society 🇺🇳 Next week, join us at Asia Society New York for a series of special programs during the United Nations General Assembly. Register for events and view our full UNGA schedule: asiasociety.org/new-york/uni...
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 15/09/2026
How should the U.S. and China manage strategic competition in an AI world? On Sept. 21, join Rep. @rokhanna.bsky.social and @asiasociety.org President and CEO @mrkrudd.bsky.social for a conversation on AI safety and governance, economic competitiveness, deterrence, and managing strategic risk.
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Danielle Myles @dmyles.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Trump's use of the Trade Act to unilaterally ban some Canadian imports is this administration's latest novel use of legal tools to roll out its trade agenda. With insights from Wendy Cutler of @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org & Simon Evenett of @globaltradealert.bsky.social ft.trib.al/Jwlyrbm
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Trump’s Canadian import bans unleash new protectionism tool
First use of presidential powers under Trade Act sets new bar for policy dictated by White House
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 10/09/2026
In the latest from #AsiaInsideOut, @faamer.bsky.social speaks with C. Raja Mohan on the #SCO, the upcoming #BRICS summit, and shifting geopolitics. Catch the full discussion on YouTube: youtu.be/f2nMIqKfcXE
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 08/09/2026
Join us on Sept. 30 for a debate with @rhg.com's Daniel Rosen and @piie.com's Nicholas Lardy on China's economic rebalancing, household consumption, and the future of its growth model. Moderated by Lizzi C. Lee: tinyurl.com/bddpcyhe
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Asia Society India Centre @india.asiasociety.org · 07/09/2026
Asia Society India Centre presents a closed-door conversation on The State of China and Its Implications for India, with Kevin Zongzhe L., Fellow at the @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org's Center for China Analysis, in conversation with Nikhil Inamdar, Senior Editor with BBC News India.
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 03/09/2026
How is #China responding to Russia–North Korea military cooperation? Join CCA for a webinar with Sungmin Cho and @emmachanlettavery.bsky.social on Beijing’s tactical ambiguity, Xi’s Pyongyang engagement, and regional security. Moderated by Lyle Morris.
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 03/09/2026
Don't miss the next issue of the #SouthAsiaSnapshot! 📩 Subscribe today for Director of South Asia Initiatives @faamer.bsky.social take on the Mecca Defense Alliance, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and India's multi-alignment, and the flash floods in Nepal.
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 03/09/2026
What could a U.S.-China dialogue on frontier AI actually achieve? In the latest China’s DeepSeek Moment, Lizzi C. Lee, @pstasiatech.bsky.social & Kendra Schaefer unpack AI competition, open models, frontier risks & what to watch ahead of the Trump-Xi summit.
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Trump-Xi Summit: A New Opening on Frontier AI Governance?
Lizzi C. Lee, Paul Triolo, and Kendra Schaefer examine U.S.-China competition on frontier AI, exploring diverging approaches to open-source AI and the prospects for cooperation on AI governance.
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Rhodium Group @rhg.com · 02/09/2026
Has China made more progress toward consumption-led growth than commonly recognized? Join Rhodium Group's Daniel Rosen on September 30 at @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org for a discussion with PIIE's Nicholas Lardy on China's consumption:
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Does China Really Need to Consume More? A Debate with Nicholas Lardy and Daniel Rosen
Join us for a debate on the future of China’s economic growth and whether greater household consumption is essential to sustainable rebalancing.
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 27/08/2026
In this week's Asia Policy Brief, Rishi Gupta analyzes the shifting foreign policies of Bangladesh and Nepal, which elected new governments and leaders this year with stronger mandates for change on their domestic and foreign policies, and their respective engagements with India and China. ⬇️
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Are Nepal and Bangladesh Shifting from India’s Sphere of Influence?
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 26/08/2026
Join us Sept. 1 for a webinar launching a new interactive exploring how trade agreements are defining access to #AI inputs. Experts will discuss the tracker’s key insights and the strategic logic driving the region’s digital alignment. Featuring Elina Noor and Nigel Cory. More speakers TBA.
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Asia’s Digital Alignment Through Trade
Join ASPI for a virtual panel discussion on what the patchwork of digital trade agreements means for AI governance in the Indo-Pacific.
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 24/08/2026
Are #China’s hospitals really “less profitable” than U.S. hospitals? And does that explain the gap in biomedical innovation? CCA’s Huiyan Li argues that more important gaps lie in funding diversity, physician-scientist training, and institutional design.
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Are China’s Hospitals Less Profitable—or Is Profitability the Wrong Lens for Biomedical Innovation?
China’s hospitals face a biomedical innovation gap with the United States—but profitability isn’t the main problem. The deeper challenge is building the funding, talent, and institutions needed to tur...
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 24/08/2026
Watch our new webinar assessing the early performance of the new leadership in Bangladesh and Nepal. Panelists Anil Giri, Raheed Ejaz, Rishi Gupta, and @faamer.bsky.social examine domestic progress and the two governments' foreign policy approaches.
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Bangladesh and Nepal After Political Transition: New Leadership, New Directions
August 20, 2026 -- The start of 2026 marked a pivotal moment for South Asia as Bangladesh and Nepal ushered in new governments through consequential elections. Bangladesh's Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is nearing six months in office, while Nepal's Pri...
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 24/08/2026
ASPI's Wendy Cutler joined @deutschewelle.dw.com on Sunday to unpack the political impacts of the #US and #Canada retaliatory #tariffs and why diplomacy is needed to reach a deal. Watch her full analysis ⬇️
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US-Canada trade war: The cost of fighting back | DW News
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 20/08/2026
How are #China’s young people rethinking mental health care, from therapy and podcasts to AI chatbots? In a new CCA webinar moderated by Jennifer Choo, Barclay Bram, Yiling Liu, and Wang Qing examine China’s “psy-boom,” changing ideas of connection, and the future of care.
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From Therapy Rooms to AI Chatbots: How China’s Young People Are Redefining Mental Health Care
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 20/08/2026
In the latest from #AsiaInsideOut, @faamer.bsky.social speaks with H.E. Professor Ahsan Iqbal, Pakistan's Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, about Pakistan's economic transformation, AI ambitions, and evolving role in regional and global affairs.
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 19/08/2026
China Energy Brief is now on Substack! 🌏🇨🇳 Published monthly by the China Climate Hub, it delivers sharp analysis of China's climate and energy policies, offering forward-looking, evidence-based insights on the drivers of China's green tech and energy action and their global implications.
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 06/08/2026
Join us on Aug. 20 for an expert webinar to assess the early performance of the new leadership in Bangladesh and Nepal. The panelists will examine domestic progress and the two governments' evolving foreign policy approaches. Featuring Anil Giri, Raheed Ejaz, Rishi Gupta and @faamer.bsky.social.
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 06/08/2026
NEW PAPER | Bryanna Entwistle unpacks Southeast Asia's scam economy, compares what the U.S. and China have done to combat it, and proposes a framework for tactical bilateral coordination on the issue. Read now ⬇️
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Scam Offensives in Southeast Asia: Comparing Beijing's and Washington's Strategies and Assessing Opportunities for Coordination
Bryanna Entwistle unpacks Southeast Asia's scam economy, compares what the U.S. and China have done to combat it, and proposes a framework for tactical bilateral coordination on the issue.
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 06/08/2026
Join us on Aug. 20 for an expert webinar to assess the early performance of the new leadership in Bangladesh and Nepal. The panelists will examine domestic progress and the two governments' evolving foreign policy approaches. Featuring Anil Giri, Raheed Ejaz, Rishi Gupta and @faamer.bsky.social.
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Asia Society New York @newyork.asiasociety.org · 04/08/2026
On August 20, join @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org to discuss Bangladesh and Nepal after political transition and new governments. Register to attend: asiasociety.org/policy-institute/ev…
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New Leadership, New Directions: Bangladesh and Nepal After Political Transition
Join ASPI for a virtual panel discussion to assess the new leaderships of Bangladesh and Nepal after their respective political transitions, future trajectories of the two countries, and implications ...
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 03/08/2026
In her latest op-ed in @thediplomat.com, Jane Mellsop argues that the new global trade arrangement, the Future of Investment and Trade Partnership (FIT-P), is worthy of more attention. Read the full article ⬇️
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New Global Trade Arrangement Gains Momentum – And It’s Worth Watching
The Future of Investment and Trade Partnership, with 19 members and counting, is championing open and fair trade at a time when others are retreating.
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Asia Society @asiasociety.org · 03/08/2026
Asia Society's 16 locations around the world offer free online programs on #Asia. 🌏 This August, tune in for a conversation on mental health in the age of AI, Asia Society Seattle's "Seeking Truth Through Facts: U.S.-China" series, and more.
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Michael Kovrig @kovrig.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
China’s electric-vehicle export surge reflects a political system that subsidizes overproduction and converts the resulting exports into strategic power. 1/8
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 30/07/2026
In the latest from #AsiaInsideOut, @faamer.bsky.social speaks with @sangernyt.bsky.social, @nytimes.com White House and National Security Correspondent, on the US-Iran war, U.S.-China recalibration, Europe's defense reckoning, and the AI race reshaping great-power competition 🌏
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 30/07/2026
China exported ~1M vehicles a few years ago. This year: 12M — more than Europe's entire auto market. And export prices are down 25% since 2023. Wendy Cutler explores USMCA, Canada's EV deal & prospects for a coordinated response with Michael Dunne, Jorge Guajardo & @kovrig.bsky.social
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Riding High: Assessing the Impact of China's Burgeoning Auto Exports
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Michael Kovrig @kovrig.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
China’s auto exports are continuing to flood the world with no letup in sight. To understand this seismic shift, please join Wendy Cutler, Michael Dunne, Jorge Guajardo and me for an @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org online panel discussion today at 10:00 a.m. ET. 1/10
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 28/07/2026
How might #China be deterred from using #military force in a conflict? In a new CCA paper, Lyle Morris examines Beijing's approach to #deterrence and offers a formula for China's strategic calculus on Taiwan.
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The Factors That Matter: A Formula for Understanding China’s Use of Force Calculus Over Taiwan
Lyle Morris argues that Beijing’s decision to use force against Taiwan will depend less on any single trigger than on how military readiness, political urgency, and the risks of outside intervention c...
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 24/07/2026
How are the #EU and #Canada approaching #Chinese investment in the electric vehicle sector? 🔋 🚗 In a new paper, @katelogan.bsky.social and Taylah Bland compare how both are navigating this industrial policy question and what observations can be made.
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Plugging In, Charging Ahead: Comparing EU and Canadian Approaches to Chinese Investment in the Electric Vehicle Sector
Kate Logan and Taylah Bland explore how the European Union and Canada are navigating Chinese investment in the electric vehicle sector.
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 13/07/2026
For #AsiaInsideOut, @faamer.bsky.social speaks with Anirudh Suri about India's evolving AI strategy, its pursuit of technological sovereignty, and how middle powers can collaborate to advance shared AI goals. Watch here: youtu.be/EUyqbpeXHMc?si=qbq0yj1wjQ6…
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 09/07/2026
🎥 WATCH: What does the NATO-IP4 partnership reveal about converging Asian & European security concerns? 🌏 Mira Rapp-Hooper, Yuka Koshino, Reuben Steff & Kuyoun Chung join Emma Chanlett-Avery to unpack the NATO Summit in Ankara 🇹🇷 www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1_457RnGoU…
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Aligning Across Hemispheres: The Indo-Pacific Four and the NATO Summit
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Asia Society @asiasociety.org · 08/07/2026
Let’s celebrate our new class of Asia 21 Next Generation Fellows! 👏 This year, we're introducing 40 exceptional leaders from 26 countries and regions across seven sectors, dedicated to driving transformative change in their communities and the world. Learn more: asiasociety.org/asia-society...
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Asia Society New York @newyork.asiasociety.org · 06/07/2026
On July 9, join @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org for a conversation following the NATO Summit, where leaders of Japan, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand are invited to the Trans-Atlantic summit as partner countries. Register to attend virtually:
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Aligning Across Hemispheres: The Indo-Pacific Four and the NATO Summit
Join ASPI for a virtual panel discussion following the NATO Summit to discuss the NATO-Indo-Pacific Four partnership.
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 09/07/2026
Europe’s relationship with China is entering a more defensive phase. In a new paper, Philippe Le Corre examines how trade imbalances, industrial pressures, and critical minerals dependence are reshaping the EU’s 🇪🇺 China strategy 🇨🇳
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Europe’s “Wake-Up Call”
Senior Fellow on Foreign Policy Philippe Le Corre examines why Europe’s China policy is hardening—and why China’s economic pressure is forcing the EU to confront deeper questions about its own competi...
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Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org · 02/07/2026
How is the growing NATO–Indo-Pacific partnership reshaping global security? Join us after the NATO Summit as experts Yuka Koshino, Reuben Steff, Mira Rapp-Hooper, and Kuyoun Chung unpack NATO-IP4 alignment and the role of middle powers in a changing world.
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Asia Society @asiasociety.org · 01/07/2026
Asia Society's 16 locations around the world offer free online programs on #Asia. 🌏 This July, tune in to learn about U.S.-China relations in the age of AI, middle powers & the emerging global order, the latest on Japanese economy and business, and more
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