The inaugural Washington China Dialogues convenes on June 2: a full day, off the record, with policymakers, business leaders, and analysts alike. The questions around China have never been more consequential—and the conversations should match.

In many ways, last week’s Trump-Xi Summit created more questions than answers. The Center for China Analysis convened experts from Washington, Taipei, and Beijing to weigh in. Watch the full conversation: asiasociety.org/video/taiwan...

CCA Senior Fellow for Foreign Policy & National Security Lyle Morris joined Channel News Asia to discuss what is on the agenda for Putin's 🇷🇺 two-day summit with Xi 🇨🇳 on the heels of Trump's 🇺🇸 visit to Beijing. Watch now:

The Middle East conflict has exposed vulnerabilities in Asia’s energy security. As demand rises across South & Southeast Asia, what lessons can policymakers draw from recent shocks? Join us on June 4 with Atul Arya, @katelogan.bsky.social, Sam Reynolds & @faamer.bsky.social

What comes next after the Trump-Xi Summit? Join us on May 21 for a timely public webinar with leading voices from the Asia Society on U.S.-China relations — unpacking the summit's outcomes, signals, strategic implications, and next steps.

China's property slump is in its 5th year—and Beijing is caught between short-term stabilization and long-term structural reform. CCA's new analysis examines the road ahead. 🔗 https://asiasociety.org/policy-institute/chinas-property-rebalancing-long-road-new-development-model

On May 28, join us and the Korea Foundation for a public conference, ft. distinguished experts, assessing the state of the U.S.-ROK alliance in 2026, the prospects for cooperation, challenges in aligning national priorities, and the implications for the Indo-Pacific region moving forward.

Two days before the Trump-Xi summit, ASPI convened a panel with experts Wendy Cutler, Bob Davis, Amb. Craig Allen, and Stephen Vaughn to discuss how managed trade between the #US and #China could work. Watch now ⬇️

Early this morning, Wendy Cutler, Senior Vice President at ASPI, joined Fox News to explain what is on the agenda for President Trump and President Xi's meeting in Beijing later this week 🇨🇳🤝🇺🇸

As President Trump 🇺🇸 and Xi 🇨🇳 prepare for this week's high-stakes summit in Beijing, Danny Russel joined David Gura and Christina Ruffini on @bloomberg.com 📺 to discuss China's calculus going into the meeting.

Beijing’s decision to cancel aluminum export tax rebates may go beyond trade policy. Check out the latest from Center for China Analysis Researcher Landon Thomas to learn why. 🔗 asiasociety.org/policy-insti...

Since 2013, foreign leaders visited China 894 times—a stark contrast to the 619 visits to the U.S. Xi travels less post-COVID, but Beijing’s pull is stronger than ever. What does leader diplomacy reveal about great power competition? Learn more in CCA's latest: asiasociety.org/policy-insti...

With Asia on the front lines of the economic fallout from the #IranConflict, it’s time for the U.S. to adapt its trade asks and offer support to build meaningful goodwill in this important region. Read the latest op-ed in @fortune.com#IranConflictfrom Wendy Cutler & Jane Mellsop

What does the future of U.S.-China relations look like? In his first public event as Asia Society’s 10th President & CEO, @mrkrudd.bsky.social joins @ianbremmer.com for a candid conversation on the geopolitical challenges facing both nations and the world. Join us: asiasociety.org/policy-insti...

On May 28, join ASPI and the Korea Foundation for a public conference on the U.S.-ROK alliance. Leading experts will assess the alliance in 2026, including prospects for cooperation, challenges in aligning national priorities, and implications for the Indo-Pacific region.

China is more watched—and more opaque—than ever. The Economist's Drum Tower Podcast hosts Sarah Wu and @jnbpage.bsky.social join @nytimes.com's Li Yuan for a live recording on what it actually takes to report on China today. Register: asiasociety.org/policy-insti...

A new analysis unpacks Beijing’s “America watch” system—the network of think tanks & research centers helping shape China’s U.S. policymaking under Xi. CCA Fellow Guoguang Wu calls it the “party-research nexus.” Essential reading as U.S.-China strategic competition deepens. ⬇️

New York, it’s great to be back.

Middle powers are no longer peripheral actors reacting to great power moves. Watch @faamer.bsky.social, Satu Limaye, Kathryn Paik and Sayuri Romei, in conversation with @emmachanlettavery.bsky.social, as they assess & analyze key drivers of middle power diplomacy.

China’s tech expansion is reshaping Southeast Asia. New Chinese investment spans rail, semiconductors, AI, and cloud infrastructure across the region. To understand why ASEAN governments are welcoming it—and what it means for U.S. influence—read the latest by CCA's John Lee

Last week, ASPI convened experts and thought leaders in New York to mark the launch of our new report and to explore the key components of a trustworthy #AI ecosystem and the policy frameworks needed to support its rapid, safe, and equitable development across #Asia.

What does Cheng Li-wun’s rise mean for Taiwan’s future? A new paper by Lyle Morris & Sheng-Wen Cheng examines how her early leadership could reshape KMT politics, cross-Strait ties, and U.S.–Taiwan relations.

Day 4 of ASPI’s ASEAN Emerging Female Leaders program featured great discussions with Whitney Baird, Akiko Yamahara, Lulu Wang, Amy Celico, and the OECD Special Rep. to the UN on leadership and global policy challenges. A great day of insights as the program continues!

ASPI’s ASEAN’s Emerging Female Leaders Program kicked off this week with an exciting three days in DC featuring meetings with trade experts and leaders as well as a hands-on negotiation workshop with US peers. Thanks to all who made the first part of their trip a success!

Read @faamer.bsky.social and @emmachanlettavery.bsky.social's latest issue paper on Asian Middle Powers and the Fragmenting Global Order as they revisit the concept of Asian middle power diplomacy and assess the forces driving today’s intensified hedging behavior

Following a pivotal election in Nepal, @faamer.bsky.social sits down with Sujeev Shakya to discuss youth-driven political change, the priorities facing the new leadership, the country’s economic outlook, and what lies ahead for Nepal’s foreign policy. Watch⬇️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=ou1z...

For @rorrydaniels.bsky.social' final episode as host of #AsiaInsideOut, she is joined by Wendy Cutler and Danny Russel for a conversation about the state of U.S.-China relations 🇺🇸🤝🇨🇳, the war in #Iran 🇮🇷, and America's allies in Asia🌏

We were delighted to host Sujeev Shakya for a private roundtable discussion on Reimagining Nepal’s Future. Sujeev shed light on the recent election, Nepal’s tech and economic ambitions, climate and energy goals, and the need for positive narratives for transformation.🇳🇵

🇨🇳 🎥 WEBINAR | Recording | Implications of China’s 15th five-year plan for climate & energy transition 🔍️ In case you missed it: Join experts here⤵️ energyandcleanair.org/aspi-crea-we... @belindaschaepe.bsky.social; @laurimyllyvirta.bsky.social; @katelogan.bsky.social & @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org

The #Russia-#Ukraine peace process is at a stalemate. With the U.S. distracted by Iran, what role might #China play in advancing conflict resolution, and what is its Ukraine strategy? Amb. Pierre Andrieu discusses with Lyle Morris in a new CCA webinar

Watch @faamer.bsky.social, @akshmathur.bsky.social, and Jane Mellsop in conversation as they unpack the multifaceted ways in which the U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict is impacting South Asia and beyond.

In a new piece for @nytopinion.nytimes.com, Center for China Analysis' Jing Qian and @neilthomas123.bsky.social argue that more U.S. officials should visit China.

The latest episode of CCA’s China’s DeepSeek Moment series, moderated by Lizzi C. Lee, features Harvard Professor Winnie Yip and CCA Affiliate @rcjwang.bsky.social on the promises and risks of “AI + healthcare” in China and its implications for global health innovation.

Last week, ASPI DC hosted “Lost in the Shuffle? Prospects for US-DPRK Engagement.” Emma Chanlett-Avery moderated a fireside chat with fmr. ROK Minister of Defense Kyeong-doo Jeong and Amb. Kurt Tong, followed by an expert panel, ft. Andrew Yeo, Jeonghun Min, Jenny Town, Hanbeom Jeong & Mark Manyin.

On this #WorldWaterDay, we're looking into how #water scarcity is impacting regions like #SouthAsia and how policy solutions can reinforce stability and sustainability across regions.💧🌏 Read insights from our Director of South Asia Initiatives, @faamer.bsky.social#WorldWaterDay⬇️

What does China’s property market downturn mean for its economic future? Moderated by CCA Fellow Lizzi Lee, the latest "Year of Rebalancing" episode features Tianlei Huang and Andrew Collier on how property shapes China’s macroeconomy and its shift to domestic demand ⬇️

Balendra Shah swept #Nepal’s🇳🇵post-uprising election as the outsider. Governing is an entirely different challenge, argues Rishi Gupta in an op-ed for @channelnewsasia.bsky.social#Nepal📥

To explain why President Trump delayed his visit to Beijing, Wendy Cutler, Senior Vice President at ASPI, joined Jim Scuittio on CNN International's "The Brief" 🇨🇳🤝🇺🇸

Is rural China emptying out—or being revitalized? In a new #CCA analysis, guest contributor Vivianne Zhang Wei draws on fieldwork across rural China and finds a more complex picture: millions of migrant workers continue moving between city and countryside to hedge against economic uncertainty.

At the recent Two Sessions, China outlined its goals and strategies for the next 5 years. Read key takeaways from @neilthomas123.bsky.social, Christopher Johnson, Guoguang Wu, Lyle Morris, Lizzi C. Lee, @hotpotwhynot.bsky.social & @lishuoclimate.bsky.social👇

Watch @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org and @climate.columbia.edu's panel discussion on the path to advancing market-based solutions for mitigating climate change in Asia, featuring @adamtooze.bsky.social, @akshatrathi.bsky.social, @cassieflynn.bsky.social in conversation with Dean Alexis Abramson.

What are the key takeaways from China’s #TwoSessions? In a webinar co-hosted by #CCA and @scmpnews.bsky.social, Lizzi C. Lee, @neilthomas123.bsky.social, and Lyle Morris break down what they have learned about China’s plan for the next five years with Neil Denslow.

Watch @asiasociety.org Trustees @valinasr.bsky.social and Hamid Biglari share an updated analysis on the #USIranConflict, covering risks, regional impact, and what to watch next.

In the latest webinar from ASPI and @creacleanair.bsky.social @katelogan.bsky.social and @laurimyllyvirta.bsky.social joined Qi Qin and @belindaschaepe.bsky.social to unpack China’s new targets, the coal pipeline challenge, and what to expect in the years ahead. 🌏⚡️

Join us on Friday at 9 a.m. ET as @asiasociety.org Trustees @valinasr.bsky.social and Hamid Biglari assess the next phase of the #USIranConflict. Building on their March 3 discussion, they will share an updated analysis and what to watch in the days ahead. Register now ⬇️

Happy #InternationalWomensDay! Since 2019, our Emerging Female Leaders Program has offered young women in Asia with a passion for international trade the chance to build skills and connections. Learn more about the program here: https://asiasociety.org/policy-institute/emerging-female-trade-leaders

To adapt to the changing world order, Arun Teja Polcumpally, JSW Fellow for Science and Technology at ASPI, argues middle powers like #India should build issue-based coalitions around AI, semiconductors, and data governance to shape a multipolar technological order 🇮🇳💿🌏

The @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org breaks down what to watch for amid China’s Two Sessions meetings:

Curious about the prospects for another Trump-Kim Jong Un summit? 🇺🇸🇰🇵 Join us for a fireside chat on March 18 in Washington, D.C. Featuring former ROK Minister of Defense Kyeong-doo Jeong, Amb. Kurt Tong, Emma Chanlett-Avery, Andrew Yeo, Jeonghun Min, Jenny Town, Hanbeom Jeong, and Mark Manyin.

One year after the DeepSeek Moment, how has U.S.–China AI competition evolved? The latest episode of CCA’s DeepSeek Moment series, moderated by Lizzi C. Lee, brings together CCA Honorary Senior Fellows Alvin Wang Graylin and @pstasiatech.bsky.social to unpack the question.