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A panel of experts delves into the role of women in STEM within the education sector, examining the present situation, identifying systemic and societal challenges, and envisioning a future where women are pivotal, empowered contributors in the professional landscape. Participants include Dr. Carol Gluck, George Sansom professor of History at Columbia University; and Dr. Naoko Sugita, advisor to the director at Earth Observation Research Center at Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency. Junko Hibiya, former president of International Christian University, moderates the conversation. Check out the video archive on our YouTube channel. https://lnkd.in/griB-PJ5

Asia Society Hong Kong Center proudly welcomed Dr. Kyung-wha Kang, President and CEO of Asia Society, to Hong Kong this week. Dr. Kang attended a networking reception on her first day in the city, followed by an exclusive dinner for the President’s Circle and Corporate Members. She ended her Hong Kong tour with a public luncheon on April 30, where she discussed the important role of Asia Society in today's changing world. We thank Dr. Kang for sharing her valuable insights and the participants for making the sessions very meaningful with their inputs and questions. With this, a packed and meaningful April concludes at ASHK. As you all know, Asia Society Hong Kong Center always strives to bring you the best. Keep following our website and social media for upcoming events and programs in May! To find out about our events, click here: https://lnkd.in/gybvckS To join our membership, click here: https://lnkd.in/gZgxTeTj #artsandculture #asia #exhibition #geopolitics #buinesspolicies #events #hongkong

Got a question for U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy and Sue Varma, M.D., P.C., DFAPA? 🔎🧐 On May 1, they will join Vicky Nguyen at Asia Society for an in-depth conversation about mental health in the #AAPI community. What would you like to ask? Share your questions in the comments! ⬇️ They may answer them during the in-person event, which will be released on Asia Society's YouTube channel. RSVP for the in-person event here: https://lnkd.in/gEpyB9eY #AsianAmerican #MentalHealth

In Asia Society Policy Institute's latest analysis for "The Ballot Box" series, Betty Wang explores the crucial interplay between electoral outcomes and climate policy in Asia. Discover how political shifts could shape the future of climate action: https://lnkd.in/dDGQW9H4

“When you look at what will matter to the United States in the next 30 years in foreign policy, I think it’s very clear that Asia and the Indo-Pacific are going to be critical for economic reasons, for political reasons, and for strategic reasons," says U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur's Ambassador to Malaysia Edgard Kagan. On Monday, Kagan, Ambassador to Vietnam Marc Knapper, and Ambassador to Laos Heather Variava spoke to Asia Society Policy Institute's Danny Russel about the changing role of the U.S. in Southeast Asia. Read our article here: https://lnkd.in/e-D4Vgv8 Watch the full conversation, with opening remarks from Ted Osius, Ambassador (ret.), President of the US-ASEAN Business Council: https://lnkd.in/etnBVn68 

Asia Society President and Chief Executive Office Dr. Kyung-wha Kang hosted Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) President and Chair of the Board of Directors Jin Liqun for her first conversation at the helm of our organization. Watch their discussion on the AIIB's key role in Asia’s development finance landscape: https://lnkd.in/ds78B8hP

Attended an informative gathering today at Asia Society in New York to hear current U.S. Ambassadors to Malaysia, Vietnam, and Laos discuss U.S. engagement, opportunities, and challenges in Southeast Asia and ASEAN. It was an insightful discussion on the future of the region and the role of the United States. Thank you to the organizers for putting together the event. #AsiaSociety #SoutheastAsia #ASEAN

Dive into the intricacies of South Korea's 2024 election cycle with the latest analysis by Emma Whitmyer for the Asia Society Policy Institute’s ‘The Ballot Box’. From dissecting election outcomes to unraveling the political dynamics shaping the Yoon government's future, this insightful piece offers a comprehensive overview. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eZbswc3z

The U.S. Ambassadors' Tour concluded Monday with insightful discussions at a panel hosted by the Asia Society, moderated by Danny Russel, Vice President for International Security and Diplomacy. Thank you to the Asia Society for hosting us and U.S. Ambassador Marc Knapper, Ambassador Edgard Kagan, and Ambassador Heather Variava for their invaluable insights. The day wrapped up with a tour at Newlab, led by the New York City Economic Development Corporation, showing deep tech and green tech innovations. Thank you Anne-Sophie Mahle for this tour. #USASEAN #AmbassadorsTour #Newlab #AsiaSociety #Innovation #Diplomacy #NYCEDC Ted Osius, Ambassador (ret.)

On Wednesday 4/24, join Washington International Trade Association and Asia Society Policy Institute as they look at trends in the Chinese shipbuilding and logistics industries, past efforts to incentivize American shipbuilding, and what role trade remedies can play to help revitalize this U.S. industry. Register for the webinar: ⁦https://lnkd.in/eRW4b83f