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Trump’s second term presents a critical moment of both risk and possibilities for long-standing U.S. partners like Pakistan. ???? On Dec. 12, join us in a joint event with The Express Tribune for a timely online discussion analyzing Trump’s second term and its impact on Asia. Expert panelists will explore critical questions, including how intensified U.S.-China competition may shape relations with U.S. allies and partners in Asia, what Trump’s team and policies reveal about future U.S. priorities in the region, and the strategic options available for South Asia. The virtual discussion, moderated by Farwa Aamer, ASPI's Director of South Asia Initiatives, will feature Danny Russel, ASPI's Vice President of International Security and Diplomacy, Maleeha Lodhi, former Ambassador of Pakistan to the United States and former Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations, and Kamran Yousaf, Journalist and Host of The Review on Express News. ?? Event: Trump’s Second Act: What It Means for Asia and Pakistan ?? Date and Time: Thursday, Dec. 12, 9:30-10:30 a.m. ET Register now: https://lnkd.in/e_KQAXxE

??Coming next Monday: the next edition of South Asia Snapshot covering: ??Trump 2.0 and South Asia ??South Asia at COP29 ??India and China at the G20 Summit With Donald Trump's re-election, South Asia is bracing for a whirlwind of political and economic shifts—and maybe a few curveballs. The key question: Is the region ready? Catch up on what’s at stake and other critical developments with Farwa Aamer, ASPI’s Director of South Asia Initiatives. #ASPISouthAsiaSnapshot ??To receive monthly insights and the latest news shaping South Asia right to your inbox, sign up today: https://lnkd.in/er5cEmFR

Japan is facing a shrinking workforce, intense competition for talent, and a younger generation demanding greater attention to mental health and well-being. Asia Society Japan hosted an important conversation on mental health in workplaces in Japan and around the world featuring the Director of Columbia University's Mental Health + Work Design Lab Dr. Kathy Pike. Watch: https://lnkd.in/e2ZHzR57

“We want to prove that this industry should not be given a pass because it’s impossible to track,” Ian Urbina, Director and Founder of The Outlaw Ocean Project, said about reporting on the complex story of China’s domination of the global seafood industry. The Outlaw Ocean Project was the 2024 recipient of the Osborn Elliott Prize honoring excellence in journalism on #Asia. Watch more of the conversation: https://lnkd.in/e_BUVXcz #AsiaSociety #journalism #reporting #China #seafood

In the first episode of ChinaRemix, a new video series by ASPI's #CenterforChinaAnalysis, Lizzi C. Lee and Barclay Bram delve into the viral phenomenon of Zhengzhou’s “night cycling army.”?? What started as a small group of university students biking 50 kilometers overnight to #Kaifeng for its famous soup dumplings grew into a large-scale phenomenon involving tens of thousands. Lizzi and Barclay examine the cultural, social, and economic forces driving this trend, exploring its broader implications for youth mobilization, economic pressures, and the relationship between public expression and state control in #China. Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/dsJe8PPT

Asia Society President and CEO Kyung-wha Kang joins Columbia University professor Adam Tooze to discuss the U.S. election results and the impact on #Asia at Asia Society Switzerland's State of Asia conference. Watch the full conversation: https://lnkd.in/eQWJjaap #AsiaSociety #AsiaSocietySwitzerland #USElection #politics

This week on China 5: U.S.-#China tensions at #apec2024, PLA Navy flexes muscles in Hong Kong, videos boost agrotechnology, overtures to overseas Chinese, and Beijing updates dual-use export control list. Subscribe now to get the full breakdown of the top 5 things you need to know about #China every Friday: https://lnkd.in/eteSxi32 ???????? U.S.-China Tensions at #APEC2024: The growing economic rift between the U.S. and China was evident at #APECPeru2024 as Xi Jinping criticized #trade barriers and economic fragmentation and called for efforts to stabilize supply chains to sustain global commerce. The U.S.-China rivalry is reshaping global trade, with APEC nations at its center. The choices APEC nations make will shape trade routes, alliances, and global economic stability. - Lizzi C. Lee ??PLA Navy Visits Hong Kong: A PLA Navy fleet visit to #HongKong showcased Beijing’s upgraded defenses and its resolve to safeguard national sovereignty and security. The PLA Navy’s visit underscores China’s commitment to deterring pro-independence movements and sends a clear signal to foreign governments about its firm stance on Hong Kong’s sovereignty. - Jie Gao ??Videos Boost Agrotechnology: Chinese agricultural technicians are using short-form video platforms to create educational content for farmers hoping to maximize crop yields. As China’s agricultural sector battles #climatechange, sharing information and best practices can help farmers identify innovative solutions and new technology to increase crop yields. - Taylah Bland ??Overtures to Overseas Chinese: Addressing a meeting of the China Overseas Friendship Association (COFA) on Nov. 18, Wang Huning, a top political advisor to the Chinese leadership, emphasized that COFA should unite Chinese people all over the world to promote Chinese-style modernization. As many Chinese organizations face increasing scrutiny in the West, COFA is becoming more active in #HongKong, #Macao, #Taiwan, and countries participating in the Belt and Road Initiative. - Lobsang Tsering ??China Introduces Comprehensive Dual-Use Export Control List: The Ministry of Commerce unveiled a comprehensive list of dual-use items subject to export controls under a 2020 law that seeks to modernize China’s #export control regime. The modernized export control regime enhances China’s ability to engage in tit-for-tat retaliation should the U.S. hit it with more export bans. -Qiheng Chen

Veteran journalist Richard Lui emphasizes the nuances of voting blocs when looking at the results of the 2024 U.S. presidential election. Check out the full conversation with political scientist Karthick Ramakrishnan about #election data outcomes and Asian Americans at work: https://lnkd.in/gQdREFFW #AsiaSociety #AsiaSocietyNY #electiondata #politics #USElection

The fight against #cancer requires global solutions. Asia Society Policy Institute and Cure4Cancer’s latest report showcases the U.S.-#Australia Cancer Alliance as a blueprint for addressing disparities in cancer care, from clinical trial access to equitable precision oncology. Drawing from the strength of this partnership, this report calls for the simultaneous expansion of multilateral collaboration across the Asia-Pacific, a region that represents the world’s largest and fastest-growing economy, and where cancer care disparities are vast. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/gSy2iB6F We gratefully acknowledge our partners and supporters in this initiative, including Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Chinese Thoracic Oncology Group (CTONG), BloombergNEF, Forbes China 福布斯中国, Thoracic Oncology Group of Australasia, AstraZeneca, Amgen, BeiGene, and Boehringer Ingelheim. #Cure4Cancer #healthcare #globalhealth #cancerresearch #australia #asiapacific #asia #health #cancer #policy

Cancer remains one of the most pressing global health challenges, claiming 10 million lives each year and straining #healthcare systems. Asia Society Policy Institute and Cure4Cancer present Advancing Global Health Equity: Expanding the U.S.-Australia Cancer Alliance Toward an Asia-Pacific Collaborative to Save Millions of Lives. As the second installment of the Advancing Global Health Equity series, the report dives into the U.S.-Australia alliance and highlights how international collaboration—through precision oncology, clinical trials, and regulatory harmonization—can save millions of lives and reduce disparities in cancer care across the Asia-Pacific. Drawing from the strength of this partnership, this report calls for the simultaneous expansion of multilateral collaboration across the #AsiaPacific, a region that represents the world’s largest and fastest growing economy, and where #cancer care disparities are vast. We gratefully acknowledge our partners and supporters in this initiative, including Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Chinese Thoracic Oncology Group (CTONG), BloombergNEF, Forbes China 福布斯中国, Thoracic Oncology Group of Australasia, AstraZeneca, Amgen, BeiGene and Boehringer Ingelheim. Read the full report and visit us at:?https://lnkd.in/gSy2iB6F