In a new report, @neilthomas123.bsky.social and Guoguang Wu examine how China’s climate politics have evolved over the past two years. It assesses the impact of internal and external pressures — from bureaucratic turnover and economic headwinds to rising climate skepticism in Washington. Read now:

On Day 1 of the #IndiaAIImpactSummit2026, ASPI and UN India co-hosted a high-level roundtable discussion on enabling trusted AI ecosystems in Asia. The discussion was convened by ASPI Delhi, bringing together policymakers, AI experts, businesses, and multilateral institutions.

Bangladesh’s national election this week marks a pivotal moment. On Feb. 19, join Sreeradha Datta, Fahmida Khatun, Amb. Shahed Akhter & @faamer.bsky.social on the election results and their implications for Bangladesh’s political trajectory, domestic reforms, and foreign policy priorities.

Watch H.R. McMaster, former National Security Advisor and ASPI Non-Resident Distinguished Fellow, in conversation with Danny Russel, former Assistant Secretary of State for East Asia and ASPI Distinguished Fellow, on U.S. defense and alliance strategy in Trump's second term.

Last week, we co-hosted a two-day ETS Training Workshop in Jakarta with Indonesia Climate and Growth Dialogue 🇮🇩 Discussions focused on strengthening #ETS design and implementation, covering power and industrial sectors, and the role of civil society in supporting Indonesia’s #climate goals.

Canada and the EU are rethinking their approaches to Chinese clean tech. Meanwhile, some US firms are still seeking it out, despite myriad barriers. My takeaway in @thehill.com: for the US, full decoupling from China’s advanced tech is neither practical nor competitive. thehill.com/opinion/inte...

ASPI's #Japan Emerging Female Leaders program in Washington, D.C., concluded with meetings on the Hill to learn about the role of Congress & exchange views about current #trade and economic opportunities and challenges. That’s a wrap on an action-packed program for this group of aspiring leaders! 🇯🇵🌏

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.

This year marks Asia Society’s 70th anniversary! 🎉 In 1956, John D. Rockefeller 3rd founded our global nonprofit in New York with a mission to build bridges of understanding between the peoples of Asia and the United States through arts and culture, education, and policy.

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.

On January 29, @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org hosts a screening of Atomic Echoes, a documentary that explores the lasting effects of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings. Following the screening, join the film’s creative team for a conversation moderated by faith leader Rev. Dr. T. Kenjitsu Nakagaki.

#Myanmar’s junta just concluded the third phase of its deeply unfair and unrepresentative elections, manufactured to ensure the military’s continued political control. I wrote about the sham elections for @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org’s Ballot Box series here: asiasociety.org/policy-insti...

On the latest episode of #AsiaInsideOut, Jeffrey Feltman, Non-Resident Distinguished Fellow at ASPI, speaks with @rorrydaniels.bsky.social#AsiaInsideOutabout 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#ASPIBallotBoxunpacks 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:

I wrote something for @asiasociety.org on #Myanmar’s military elections. You can check it out here: asiasociety.org/policy-insti...

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: https://bit.ly/4quUjKI

In the latest episode of #AsiaInsideOut, @rorrydaniels.bsky.social#AsiaInsideOutspeaks 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 ⬇️

中国全球形象：历时25年、覆盖159国民调揭示了什么 China’s Global Image—What 25 Years of Polling Across 159 Countries Reveal @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org webinar www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTJp...

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⬇️

Learn more here: asiasociety.org/asia-society...

Dr. Rudd will also serve as President of @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org and will assume a leading role with ASPI’s Center for China Analysis, which he established in 2022. He succeeds Kyung-wha Kang, who stepped down in October to serve as South Korean Ambassador to the U.S.

The Board of Trustees of Asia Society announced today that the Honorable Kevin Rudd (@mrkrudd.bsky.social), Australia’s Ambassador to the United States, will return to lead the Asia Society from its global headquarters in New York on March 31, 2026.

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

At our recent @csis.org event, Shay Wester (@asiapolicy.asiasociety.org) discussed competition between China and the US in Southeast Asia and highlighted a potential leadership role for Japan in the region Watch here: https://bit.ly/48wLmZs

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👇

CMIST Non-Resident Fellow Jamie Morgan recently joined the Asia Society Policy Institute to discuss the key findings from the new report, "A Stress Test for Resilience: Risks and Opportunities for the US-Japan Alliance," and what to expect from the evolving leadership. https://ow.ly/2cx250XLMko

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: https://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: https://asiasociety.org/policy-institute/manager-communications-and-engagement-center-china-analysis-0

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. 🇺🇸🇯🇵

Check out this new @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org Center for China Analysis report "China 2026: What to Watch, featuring insights from in-house and global fellows on the biggest questions shaping #China next year. https://asiasociety.org/policy-institute/china-2026-what-watch

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#CenterforChinaAnalysis& 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 🌏 ⬇️

On Dec. 16, @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org's Center for China Analysis discusses the implications for China's economy in 2026, based on takeaways from the Central Economic Work Conference. With @gavekal.bsky.social's Arthur Kroeber, @hotpotwhynot.bsky.social, Wang Xiangwei, and Lizzi C. Lee.

Can China turn its #cleanenergy dominance into green #softpower? In a new compilation from @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org, I attempt to parse how China’s cleantech sectors plan to sustain rapid growth while navigating geopolitical pressures in 2026: asiasociety.org/policy-insti...

🚨 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.