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 /  New York

Reconciling Buddhism And Buddhists' Atrocities

NEW YORK, February 16, 2018 — Thupten Jinpa, a Buddhist scholar and the longtime English translator of the Dalai Lama, explains how to reconcile the compassionate teachings of Buddhism with Buddhists' atrocious treatment of the Muslim Rohingya minority in Myanmar. (1 min., 46 sec.)

16th Global Talent Symposium and Awards: Welcome Remarks and Opening Keynote
Current Affairs
 /  New York

16th Global Talent Symposium and Awards: Welcome Remarks and Opening Keynote

Kyung-wha Kang and Perry Yung deliver the welcome remarks and opening keynote, respectively.
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Where "the Wild" Came From
Current Affairs
 /  New York

Where "the Wild" Came From

Bill McKibben and Aaron Mair discuss the history and future of wilderness areas and methods for their conservation.
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Multicultural Coexistence at 7-Eleven in Japan
Business
 /  Japan

Multicultural Coexistence at 7-Eleven in Japan

Makoto Yasui explains how 7-Eleven Japan has successfully integrated non-local talent into its workforce, offering growth opportunities within the organization.
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Exploring the Asia Climate Action Map with Dr. Kyung-wha Kang
Current Affairs
 /  New York

Exploring the Asia Climate Action Map with Dr. Kyung-wha Kang

The Asia Society President and CEO introduces the updated Asia Climate Action Map tool that offers insights into Asia's recent endeavors to enhance climate resilience post-COP28.
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China's EU Diplomacy: The View from France, Germany, and the United States?
Policy
 /  New York

China's EU Diplomacy: The View from France, Germany, and the United States

Philippe Le Corre, Nadine Godehardt, Neysun A. Mahoubi, and Lyle Morris discuss Xi Jinping’s European tour.
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A Conversation with Asia Society President Dr. Kyung-wha Kang on Leadership and Global Governance
Policy
 /  New York

A Conversation with Asia Society President Dr. Kyung-wha Kang on Leadership and Global Governance

Asia Society President and CEO, Dr. Kyung-wha Kang, talks about her career, her perspective on global governance and the important role of civil society and non-profits, including the Asia Society.
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Charting the Course: Modi 3.0 and India's Engagement with South and Southeast Asia
Policy
 /  New York

Charting the Course: Modi 3.0 and India's Engagement with South and Southeast Asia

Natalie Sambhi speaks with Farwa Aamer about India’s general elections and what they mean for the region.
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Fostering Asian American Mental Health
Education
 /  New York

Fostering Asian American Mental Health

Vivek Murthy and Sue Varma speak with Vicky Nguyen about the urgent need for better understanding and support for mental wellness within the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community.
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Amy Tan: The Backyard Bird Chronicles
Current Affairs
 /  New York

Amy Tan: 'The Backyard Bird Chronicles'

“The Joy Luck Club” author shares her journey into nature and birding following a divisive time.
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On the Ground: The Gen A Alumni Travel Grant
Current Affairs
 /  Switzerland

On the Ground: The Gen A Alumni Travel Grant

Martín Mosteiro Romero with Serena Jung and presents his research on Seoul’s smart city.
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Hot Take: Elections in India
Current Affairs
 /  France

Hot Take: Elections in India

Christophe Jaffrelot shares his insights into the complexities of the Indian electoral processes.
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Voices of the Future: Exploring the Perspectives of Japanese Youth and Their Global Counterpart
Current Affairs
 /  Japan

Voices of the Future: Exploring the Perspectives of Japanese Youth and Their Global Counterpart

Youth delegates at Y7/Y20 discuss the future of Japan and the world in four areas: economy and entrepreneurship, health and happiness, peace and security, and environment.
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