Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI)
@asiasociety.org's think tank. Tackling key policy challenges confronting the Asia-Pacific.
- Yesterday, ASPI's #Japan Emerging Female Leaders were joined by U.S. counterparts in Washington D.C. for a Trade Negotiations Workshop: engaging discussions, mock negotiations, building networks and many valuable insights gained.
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- How do #China and #Russia view the “Donroe Doctrine”? Do recent US actions vindicate Beijing and Moscow’s vision of a new world order? On Feb 23 at 10 AM ET, join ASPI's #CCA for a webinar with Lyle Goldstein, Elizabeth Wishnick & Lyle Morris to unpack these questions.
- ASPI’s 2026 #Japan Emerging Female Leaders program has kicked off! 🇯🇵🌏 Day 1 included rich discussions on how to navigate an evolving global trade environment amidst some complex geopolitics and the rising importance of all things digital.
- Last week, ASPI hosted a screening and panel discussion about the PBS documentary, Atomic Echoes: Untold Stories From World War II, which examines the human impact of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bombings through the stories of two friends with family histories on opposite sides of the war.
- We were delighted to host another delegation of students from the OnDream Global Academy (OGA) for an engaging discussion about ASPI's work and professional development in the fields of diplomacy & security, trade & innovation, climate & energy, and emerging technology. 🤝
- Once best known for large-scale, state-backed infrastructure loans, Beijing’s overseas energy engagement has been shifting, writes Betty Wang in an op-ed for New Energy World magazine🔋🇨🇳
- Yesterday, ASPI hosted a panel discussion examining what lies ahead for the U.S.–Japan alliance amid President Trump’s “America First” foreign policy, Japan’s evolving political landscape following Sanae Takaichi’s election, and a new U.S. National Security Strategy 🇯🇵🇺🇸
- #CenterForChinaAnalysis' @neilthomas123.bsky.social joined the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) to explain how the historic purge of the PLA's top general, Zhang Youxia, fits into Xi Jinping's greater fight against corruption in his ranks 🇨🇳
- South Asia’s youth are emerging as a decisive political force. Watch @faamer.bsky.social, Shah Rafayat Chowdhary, Tanuja Pandey, and Krystle Reid Wijesuriya as they explore what “good leadership” looks like and which policy priorities young citizens see as essential.
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- On the latest episode of #AsiaInsideOut, Jeffrey Feltman, Non-Resident Distinguished Fellow at ASPI, speaks with @rorrydaniels.bsky.social about the recent protests in #Iran 🇮🇷, the future of the #Khamenei regime, and both regional and international responses. Watch now ⬇️
- Latest on #ASPIBallotBox 🗳️ @hmarston.bsky.social unpacks the first 2 phases of the Myanmar election, looking at the country’s contested political landscape, outcomes, and post-election scenarios. Read the full election brief:
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- In this week’s Asia Policy Brief, @rorrydaniels.bsky.social, @faamer.bsky.social and @emmachanlettavery.bsky.social unpack what President Trump’s first year back in office can tell us about the direction of his Indo-Pacific strategy in 2026.
- The January issue of PLA Watch examines key PLA developments shaping early 2026, including senior promotions, hypersonic missile testing, modular military systems, joint naval exercises, and expanding arms exports.
- Even amid global trade turmoil, rules-based trade with like-minded partners remains critical for Asia. A new report by Jane Mellsop highlights what’s next for Asia's trade policy, from expanding CPTPP to more practical initiatives for economic integration.
- Join ASPI on Feb 2 for a panel discussion on the challenges and opportunities for the Japan-U.S. economic and trade relationship in 2026, featuring Yuka Hayashi, William Chou, Emma Chanlett-Avery, in conversation with ASPI’s Wendy Cutler. To register: bit.ly/4quUjKI
- In the latest episode of #AsiaInsideOut, @rorrydaniels.bsky.social speaks with Dr. Leslie Teo, Senior Director of AI Products at AI Singapore, on why localized large language models and open-source data are key to equitable AI adoption.
- Two friends, connected by family histories on opposite sides of World War II, set out to explore the lasting trauma of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings. Join us for a screening of the PBS documentary, "Atomic Echoes: Untold Stories from World War II," on January 29.
- India’s power sector is central to delivering real emissions cuts. A new ASPI report examines how integrating the power sector into India’s Carbon Credit Trading Scheme can drive fuel switching, strengthen market signals, and support a just energy transition. Read now ⬇️
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- Ahead of key elections in Bangladesh and Nepal, join us on Jan. 22 as we bring together South Asia’s young leaders to explore what “good leadership” looks like from a youth perspective. Featuring Shah Rafayat Chowdhary, Tanuja Pandey, Krystle Reid Wijesuriya, and @faamer.bsky.social. Register now⬇️
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- China is building AI phones that act on your behalf—a Game Changer or a Cautionary Tale?📱CCA Fellow Lizzi Lee moderates a discussion with @pstasiatech.bsky.social and @sammsacks.bsky.social, exploring the emerging frontier of agentic AI and its implications for U.S.–China AI competition.
- Join us on Jan. 27 for a panel on what lies ahead for the 🇺🇸🇯🇵 alliance and how the two governments will continue to cooperate on issues ranging from Taiwan policy to economic coercion and supply chain resilience. Ft. Keiko Iizuka, @mireyasolis.bsky.social & @emmachanlettavery.bsky.social
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- 2026 is around the corner. Here’s what to watch for China in the year ahead. #ICYMI: Rewatch the launch of the Center for China Analysis’ annual flagship report, China 2026: What to Watch. Watch the full program video👇
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- ASPI is now accepting applications for its 2026 ASEAN Emerging Female Leaders program. This week-long program brings ASEAN women working in trade/economic fields to the US for workshops, briefings & capacity-building exercises. Learn more: bit.ly/4pInPvN.
- The #CenterforChinaAnalysis seeks a skilled and strategic Communications and Engagement Manager to elevate the visibility, reach, and impact of CCA’s research and analysis on China.📣 Learn more: asiasociety.org/policy-institute/ma…
- This morning, the ASPI DC office hosted a panel and report launch for "A Stress Test for Resilience: Risks and Opportunities for the U.S. Japan Alliance" at the Sasakawa Peace Foundation. 🇺🇸🇯🇵
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- This week, the #CenterforChinaAnalysis launched China 2026: What to Watch. 🇨🇳 Experts from the CCA network unpacked key trends for the year ahead—from Xi’s 2026 agenda and Beijing–Taiwan dynamics to public health and climate. Featuring @ianbremmer.com, Jing Qian, @neilthomas123.bsky.social & more
- The Paris Agreement turns 10 today, and Asia’s next decade will be decisive.🌏 See what our experts Li Shuo, @katelogan.bsky.social, @faamer.bsky.social, @taylahbland.bsky.social, Nishtha Singh & Betty Wang say about the region’s progress, remaining gaps, and priorities for the years ahead.
- In this week’s Asia Policy Brief, ASPI Delhi’s Assistant Director of Climate, Nishtha Singh, breaks down the tension between #climatefinance and ambition following the #COP30 Summit in Belém, and the recent catastrophe wreaked by #CycloneDitwah in South and Southeast Asia. Read now 🌏 ⬇️
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- 🚨 NEW from ASPI: China 2026: What to Watch. #CCA is back with its flagship report framing 12 key dilemmas that will shape Beijing’s outlook in the new year – from economic shifts and CCP legitimacy to climate and the Taiwan Strait. Read now: asiasociety.org/China2026
- What can global financial leaders learn from Silicon Valley Bank’s #China experiment? In the first episode of The Art of Dealing with China, CCA Fellow Lizzi C. Lee speaks with Ken Wilcox, former CEO & Chairman of #SiliconValleyBank, to unpack the real challenges of doing business in China.
- In his latest op-ed for the Straits Times, @shayhouston.bsky.social argues that #SoutheastAsia can’t bank on a Supreme Court ruling on #tariffs. 🏗️ Instead, it should negotiate carve-outs and could diversify its trading options 💱⬇️
- How did Chinese cuisine, long dismissed abroad as Westernized takeout, reveal itself as an icon of craftsmanship? In a new video by the CCA, Christopher St. Cavish shares his 20-year journey in China, the evolution of Chinese culinary artistry, and how it became a persuasive form of soft power 🌏👨🍳
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- Asia’s Middle Power Diplomacy at the G20 🌏 In this week’s Asia Policy Brief, @julietylee.bsky.social highlights the successes of middle power participation and sideline engagement at this weekend’s #G20 Summit, and how it was a win for #multilateralism despite protests from the Trump administration.
- What did the 12th ADMMPlus reveal about U.S.-China rivalry in Southeast Asia? In a new paper, CCA Senior Fellow Lyle Morris breaks down record-high defense initiatives, dueling narratives from Washington and Beijing, and what it all means for ASEAN’s security landscape. Read now ⬇️
- 10+ million students in China take the Gaokao every year - the “centralized, hierarchical tournament.” One score can shape education, jobs, mobility – and even identity. Watch our recent #CCA webinar with Ruixue Jia & Hongbin Li: youtu.be/bKPorf94aoA?si=Gyaf…
