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Asia-focused nonprofit with 16 locations around the world, building bridges through policy, culture, arts, and more.
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.
February 3, 2026 at 6:11 PM
Did you know that every month, we offer free online programs, where you can learn about #Asia?

This February, tune in to discussions about U.S. foreign policy with China and Russia, contemporary culture, and more: t.co/15Adw1xo1p

#AsiaSociety
February 2, 2026 at 9:12 PM
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.
January 12, 2026 at 9:02 PM
Asia Society's 16 locations around the world offer free online programs with different perspectives on #Asia. This January, tune in to learn more about Japan's economy, Lunar New Year, and more!

Register: https://t.co/15Adw1xo1p
January 7, 2026 at 6:14 PM
Enjoy some of our favorite moments from 2025, including thrilling performances, insightful discussions, joyful family programs, thought-provoking films, and more! In over 600 programs every year, we create spaces for learning, collaboration, and meaningful connections across #Asia and the diaspora.
December 19, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Every month, Asia Society's 16 locations around the world offer free online programs covering diverse perspectives on #Asia.

Tune in to engaging conversations about U.S.-India relations, work culture, China's economy, and more! Register this December: t.co/15Adw1xo1p
December 9, 2025 at 2:54 PM
On ASPI's #AsiaInsideOut, Rorry Daniels speaks with Mohan C. Raja about his forthcoming book "India and the Rebalancing of Asia." They discuss New Delhi's strategic vision, regional headwinds, and India's relationship with #China #Russia and the #US. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSRZVC-Omp0
November 23, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Listen to Asia Society Policy Institute's latest episode of the #AsiaInsideOut podcast! Rorry Daniels speaks to Wilson White, VP of Government Affairs and Google Public Policy about #AI's transformative potential in the public sector: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2205547/episodes/18147904
November 11, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Did you know that every month #AsiaSociety's 16 locations around the world offer free online programs?

This November, experts break down topics like China’s national college entrance exam, AI governance in the Asia-Pacific, Japanese art, and more! Register here: t.co/15Adw1xo1p
November 4, 2025 at 1:02 PM
We’re full of excitement after last night’s Asia Game Changer Awards honoring Secretary Elaine Chao and Dr. James S.C. Chao, Ambassador Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., Will Aronson and Hue Park, Yuja Wang, and Kiran Nadar, who contribute vital work strengthening bonds between #Asia and the world. 🏆✨
October 16, 2025 at 7:58 PM
In honor of #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we’re reflecting on this powerful conversation about how the climate crisis is an existential threat to many Indigenous communities across #Asia.

Binalakshmi “Bina” Nepram emphasized the critical need to include Indigenous voices in climate action.
October 13, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Are you looking to join a book club focused on the best new literature in translation out of #China and the Sinophone world? China Books Review hosts a bimonthly literary discussion, where you can make connections with likeminded readers.
https://chinabooksreview.com/book-club
October 12, 2025 at 6:55 PM
We’re just 1 week away from the 2025 Asia Game Changer Awards! ✨ We're excited to celebrate bold leaders who embody Asia Society’s core values: to build bridges of understanding, advance peace, and elevate arts and ideas, underscoring the power of cultural diplomacy between Asia and the west.

October 8, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Did you know that every month #AsiaSociety's 16 locations around the world offer online programs covering diverse perspectives on #Asia?

This October, experts break down topics like U.S.-Pakistan relations, Japan’s startup ecosystem, work-life balance, and more!
October 1, 2025 at 3:43 PM
We're celebrating #InternationalPodcastDay with a look behind the scenes of our podcasts from #AsiaSociety, including @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org #AsiaInsideOut and @switzerland.asiasociety.org's #StateofAsia.
September 30, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Asia Society President & CEO Kyung-wha Kang has been appointed South Korea's Ambassador to the United States, starting in early October.

#AsiaSociety
September 24, 2025 at 4:15 PM
We're very excited to host a performance by Persian musician Mehrnam Rastegari at Asia Society's Asia Game Changer Awards on Oct. 15. She is an award-winning composer, singer, violinist, and master of the Kamancheh. https://asiasociety.org/asia-game-changer-awards/mehrnam-rastegari

September 19, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Read about our amazing honorees here:
asiasociety.org/asia-game-ch...
September 17, 2025 at 6:25 PM
We’re just 1 month away from the 2025 Asia Game Changer Awards! We’re excited to honor these incredible individuals for their groundbreaking work in connecting Asia and the world!

#AsiaGameChangers
September 17, 2025 at 6:24 PM
To celebrate New York Fashion Week, we're remembering when fashion icon #PrabalGurung joined us at Asia Society New York! He shared a powerful exchange he had with a passerby in #Nepal: "I still remember her vividly, and the impact of those words. It was given me light in the most darkest hours."
September 13, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Ishiba’s resignation, India-U.S. tensions, and a rare meeting between Xi, Putin, and Modi—there’s a lot unfolding in the Indo-Pacific.

Join us on 9/16 for a discussion on these developments:
https://asiasociety.org/policy-institute/events/cementing-quad-power-partnership-and-regional-purpose
September 12, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Indonesia’s Papermoon Puppet Theatre brings a powerful story to life in “Puno, Sewing Memories.” Through imaginative puppetry, they share the journey of Tala, a young girl coming to terms with her father’s passing while discovering the cycle of life and death.
September 10, 2025 at 9:24 PM
UPDATES! 📢 We're excited to share that we've recently added a new honoree, Kiran Nidar, to our amazing #AsiaGameChangerAwards, and there will be a musical performance by Mehrnam Rastegari.
September 10, 2025 at 7:53 PM
“Are you worried about humanity?” Author Bora Chung discusses her short story collection "Your Utopia" with Serena Jung, Program & Strategy Director at Asia Society Switzerland. The German translation of the collection will be available at the end of September.
September 8, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Let’s celebrate our new class of Asia 21 Next Generation Fellows! 👏

Introducing 30 exceptional leaders from 27 countries and regions, dedicated to driving transformative change in their communities and the world for the greater good.
September 5, 2025 at 5:00 PM