Today, @asiasociety.org convened a timely public webinar examining the Trump-Xi summit, its outcomes, strategic signals, and global implications. Watch the full discussion featuring leading Asia Society voices on U.S.-China relations. ⬇️

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

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.

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 🇨🇳🤝🇺🇸

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 ⬇️

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.

Following the scheduled summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, join @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org's Center on China Analysis on May 19 for a webinar focused on Taiwan-China-U.S. relations, with @cfr.org's David Sacks, Professor Chung-min Tsai, Shao Yuqun, and Lyle Morris.

On May 21, join us for a timely public webinar examining the Trump-Xi summit’s outcomes, signals, strategic implications, and next steps, featuring Asia Society’s Kevin Rudd, Wendy Cutler, Danny Russel, Orville Schell, Jing Qian, and Lizzi C. Lee.

Cartoonist and illustrator Leise Hook’s debut graphic memoir “Names and Faces” examines the in-betweenness of being mixed-race. Read the conversation between Leise and @goldkorn.bsky.social in @chinafile.bsky.social:

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...

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.

#ICYMI: Co-owner of Musaafer Mithu Malik and Chef Partner of Nami Nori and TBD Gimbap Jihan Lee explore how Asian cuisine is being reimagined in New York City's contemporary dining scene 🍽️ Artist and writer Esther M Choi moderates the discussion: https://youtu.be/GribPbyWRWg?si=atcu7VXMhY-YgxrO

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

Did you know that we offer free online programs, where you can learn more about #Asia? Check out what's coming up in May and register here: https://t.co/15Adw1xo1p

“If you cannot tell fact from fiction, we lose every battle … this is an information Armageddon.” - Maria Ressa On #WorldPressFreedomDay, we're remembering this keynote discussion with journalist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Ressa, during the 2025 #Asia21 Next Generations Fellows Summit.

Happy AAPI Heritage Month! This May, we’re excited to celebrate the stories, voices, and accomplishments of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. Explore inspiring events this month across Asia Society’s locations — spotlighting the Asian diaspora’s history, culture, and impact.

Happy #InternationalJazzDay! 🎶🎷 To mark the occasion, we're revisiting our 2022 project "Layering Legacies of Asian and Black American Women in Jazz" — a celebration of women in jazz, the power of music, and storytelling, presented at @newyork.asiasociety.org

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...

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. ⬇️

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...

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.

We are delighted to share the two winners of the Baifang Schell Book Prize: chinabooksreview.com/2026/04/23/2...

We're thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025 Baifang Schell Book Prize, our awards for nonfiction and literature from or on China and the Sinophone world published in 2025. See the winners and honorable mentions: chinabooksreview.com/2026/04/23/2...

For #WorldBookDay, we want to share some top China book picks 📚 Swipe to see our recommendations! 📕Alec Ash — “I Deliver Parcels in Beijing” by Hu Anyan, tr. Jack Hargreaves 📘Alexander Boyd — “Hunter” by Shuang Xuetao, tr. Jeremy Tiang 📗Yi Liu — “Soft Burial” by Fang Fang, tr. Michael Berry

Here's the shortlist for this year's Baifang Schell Book Prize for non-fiction on China selected by @chinabooksreview.com and @asiasociety.org. The subjects range across Chinese identity, adoptions, delivery workers, Xi Jinping's father and, yes, King Lear. chinabooksreview.com/2026/04/02/s...

New York, it’s great to be back.

On April 21, join @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org for a virtual conversation on how Asian middle powers are redefining strategic autonomy, with @faamer.bsky.social, @emmachanlettavery.bsky.social, Satu Limaye, @csis.org's Kathryn Paik, and @gmfus.bsky.social's Sayuri Romei.

Very excited about about the upcoming Executive Roundtable organized by @asiasociety.org Switzerland on the "State of Japan" asiasociety.org/switzerland/...

Misogyny and patriarchy are a later misreading of "The Analects," argues the author of a new translation of the Confucian classic. Listen to the latest episode of the China Books Podcast via @chinabooksreview.com: https://chinabooksreview.com/2026/04/07/erin-cline/

On April 28, Warburg Pincus senior adviser Alok Sama and NYU Stern Professor Vasant Dhar discuss how AI is transforming decision-making at scale and what new responsibilities emerge when humans increasingly rely on intelligent systems. In partnership with @asia.nikkei.com.

Asia Society Museum will be closed on Wednesday, April 8, for a private event. AsiaStore and Leo Café remain open with regular hours. Plan your visit: https://asiasociety.org/new-york/plan-your-visit

Our latest crop of bestsellers reveal an America wary — and perhaps envious? — of China's tech prowess. To see all 15 books on the March 2026 bestseller rankings, visit: chinabooksreview.com/bestselling-...

At the opening of “Buddha and Shiva, Lotus and Dragon,” Asia Society President Emerita Vishakha Desai discusses the critical role of Asia Society in promoting a deeper understanding of Asian cultures today.

Asia Society's 16 locations around the world offer free online programs with different perspectives on #Asia. This April, tune in to learn more about innovation in Chinese pharmaceuticals, the Japanese economy, and more. Register: t.co/15Adw1xo1p

On Tuesday, we announced the shortlist for our Baifang Schell Book Prize’s literature award. Today, we are delighted to present the shortlist for our nonfiction category, the 2025 Award for Outstanding Nonfiction Book on China or the Sinophone World: chinabooksreview.com/2026/04/02/s...

We're delighted to share the shortlist for the 2025 Baifang Schell Book Prize in literature: chinabooksreview.com/2026/03/31/s...

We're pleased to announce a shortlist of five books for the Baifang Schell Book Prize in literature: the 2025 Award for Outstanding Literature from or on China or the Sinophone World — selected by an independent jury. Read the shortlist: chinabooksreview.com/2026/03/31/s...

Celebrate spring at Leo Bar on April 16! Enjoy free admission to Asia Society Museum and guided tours, drink specials, and more in Asia Society's gorgeous Garden Court. AsiaStore will be open and all attendees can get 10% off their purchases. Get your ticket today!

Vishakha N. Desai, President Emerita of Asia Society, writes in Frontline India about the muted global response and scant Western media coverage of the significant damage to #Iran’s cultural landmarks during the war. Read here: frontline.thehindu.com/arts-and-cul...

Each year, Asia Society honors a #journalist or team of #journalists with the Osborn Elliott Prize for Excellence in Journalism on #Asia. Apply to the $10k #OzPrize before April 17 here: asiasociety.org/asia-society...

We’re honored to announce that we’ve received a grant from @nyculture.bsky.social's FY2026 Cultural Development Fund! Art and culture are the heart and soul of New York, and we’re proud to receive city support this year thanks to the partnership between the NYC Mayor’s Office and the City Council.

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🌏

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. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fj_I...

To celebrate the start of spring, we're sharing these stills from "Life Survives by the Power of Life (2011)" by teamLab — a work from Asia Society Museum's collection.🌷🦋

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⬇️

Check out these highlights from Asia Society India Centre's Asia Arts Game Changer Awards, honoring four visual artists in South Asia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOwLsWZJELg

Join us on March 28 for a rare 35mm screening of "Why Has Bodhi-Dharma Left for the East?" as part of our ongoing "Films to See Before You Die" series and in celebration of our new exhibition, "Buddha and Shiva, Lotus and Dragon." 🎥 🪷 RSVP here: asiasociety.org/new-york/eve...

Eid Mubarak! Asia Society wishes you and your family a happy and peaceful Eid al-Fitr.

In the latest installation of his Translated Chinese Literature column, Jack Hargreaves introduces five new books that ask us what it means to be human: chinabooksreview.com/2026/03/17/t...