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Welcome to Asia’s home in New York City! Asia Society and Museum brings together the best experts on Asian culture, arts, business, and policy.
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"(Re)Generations" is featured in the @nytimes.com! Critic Will Heinrich singled out the exhibition's "persuasive lesson in how to keep art vital even when it’s from long ago and far away" and artist Byron Kim's "striking synthesis of old and new." www.nytimes.com/2025/03/06/a...
What to See in N.Y.C. Galleries in March
This week in Newly Reviewed, Will Heinrich covers three group shows that delve into the rich traditions of Asian art.
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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.
What to Expect for China’s Economy in 2026?
Join us for a discussion on policy priorities emerged from China's annual Central Economic Work Conference and their implications for China’s economic trajectory in 2026.
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December 8, 2025 at 10:19 PM
🏛️ ONE MORE MONTH TO SEE OUR EXHIBITIONS 🏛️

Time is running out to see (Re)Generations, Imperial Treasures, and Busy, Busy Towns, on view at Asia Society Museum. Don't miss out and plan your visit today: https://asiasociety.org/new-york/plan-your-visit
December 8, 2025 at 2:01 AM
Close out 2025 at our December Leo Bar Happy Hour! Enjoy free museum admission and tours, discounts at AsiaStore for your holiday shopping needs, complimentary Lunar Hard Seltzer, and more! https://asiasociety.org/new-york/events/leo-bar-happy-hour-18
Leo Bar Happy Hour
Enjoy Asia Society's signature monthly happy hour at Leo Bar! Leo Bar includes free Museum admission and guided tours, drink specials, and more in Asia Society's gorgeous Garden Court.
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December 7, 2025 at 12:19 AM
On December 16, join @chinabooksreview.com for a conversation with scholars Nan Z. Da and Stephen Greenblatt on “The Chinese Tragedy of King Lear,” a fresh framework to understand one of Shakespeare's best known tragedies. Get your ticket today:
Shakespeare, Tyranny and China
Register to join us for a discussion between Nan Z. Da and Harvard University Professor Stephen Greenblatt on the Chinese Tragedy of King Lear, which pulls readers from the Cultural Revolution to…
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December 5, 2025 at 10:03 PM
On Dec. 10, join experts from @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org's Center for China Analysis for the launch of China 2026: What to Watch, CCA's flagship annual report. With CCA Fellows Lyle Morris, Neil Thomas, Lizzi C. Lee, Barclay Bram, Bob T. Li, and Li Shuo; Ian Bremmer, Jing Qian, and Gary Rieschel.
China 2026: What to Watch Report Launch
Join us for the launch of CCA's annual flagship "China 2026: What to Watch" featuring a keynote conversation with Ian Bremmer, spotlight presentations, and panel discussions with CCA's top China…
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December 4, 2025 at 10:50 PM
On December 10, join us for a 10th anniversary screening of "Kaili Blues," Bi Gan's richly imagined feature film debut, part of our ongoing series Films to See Before You Die. Followed by a Q&A with the director. Get tickets: https://asiasociety.org/new-york/events/kaili-blues
December 3, 2025 at 9:54 PM
This #GivingTuesday, and all year round, Asia Society is committed to elevating Asian and AAPI voices. Help us continue to provide a platform for representation this Giving Tuesday by making a gift to Asia Society today. Donate now: AsiaSociety.org/GivingTuesday
December 2, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Join us this week at Asia Society New York for discussions on tech, content creation, AI, and policy, and to celebrate Asia Society Members! #ASNYWeekly
December 1, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Filmmaker Violet Du Feng's latest work is ‘The Dating Game,’ which premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Filmed in Chongqing, the film follows a group of desperate bachelors participating in a dating “boot camp.” Read her @ChinaFile.bsky.social Q&A:
“The Dating Game” in China
Violet Du Feng has produced and directed more than a dozen documentary films about China. Her latest is The Dating Game, which premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Filmed in Chongqing, the…
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November 30, 2025 at 4:25 PM
#GivingTuesday is just a few days away. Today and all year round, Asia Society is dedicated to creating a more peaceful and cooperative future for all. Help us continue this work by making a gift to Asia Society today. asiasociety.org/GivingTuesda...
November 29, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Looking to get a jump start on your holiday shopping? 🎁✨

Stop by AsiaStore in New York to check out brand-new merch and find unique gifts from Asian and Asian American artisans and steep discounts on books. Plan your visit today!

AsiaStore is open Tuesday through Sunday, 11 AM—5PM.
November 28, 2025 at 4:08 PM
On Dec. 11, join @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org for an end-of-year expert webinar examining the developments that unsettled U.S.–India ties in 2025. With @cnas.bsky.social's Lisa Curtis and ASPI's Akshay Mathur, Jane Mellsop, and @faamer.bsky.social (moderator).
U.S.-India 2025: Strains, Shifts, and the Road Ahead
Join the Asia Society Policy Institute for an end-of-year expert webinar examining the developments that unsettled U.S.-India ties in 2025, the status and stakes of the unfinished trade deal, and the…
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November 26, 2025 at 10:36 PM
We’re just one week away from #GivingTuesday, an annual global day of giving! Today, and all year round, Asia Society is dedicated to elevating Asian and AAPI voices.

Support our mission to build bridges between Asia and the world:

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November 25, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Happy #Thanksgiving week! 🍁

Please note: the Asia Society Museum, AsiaStore, and Leo Café will be closed on Thursday, November 27, and will close early at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26, for the holiday.
November 24, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Actress Lucy Liu opens up about finding balance, giving herself grace, and recalls a memorable story from training with her samurai teacher Sonny Chiba while filming #KillBill. ⚔️

Watch the full program: https://youtu.be/hKvEukOyRu0?si=D37O3SQLKAqZqAlP
November 23, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Join us on December 10 for a 10th anniversary screening of Bi Gan's “Kaili Blues” and director Q&A, part of Asia Society's Films to See Before You Die series.
Kaili Blues
Asia Society presents a 10th anniversary screening of Bi Gan's 'Kaili Blues'. Followed by a Q&A with the filmmaker.
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November 22, 2025 at 9:52 PM
On December 11, behavioral scientist Dr. Janet Ahn and HR leader John Lien share real-world lessons and a practical framework for sustaining professional culture and performance in the face of change, upheaval, and restructuring. Register to attend:
Keeping the Magic: How to Sustain Culture and Performance Through Constant Change
In this session, behavioral scientist Dr. Janet Ahn and HR leader John Lien unpack the science and strategy behind cultural resilience — exploring how identity, trust, and creativity can thrive even…
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November 21, 2025 at 2:57 PM
On December 3, join @AsiaPolicy.asiasociety.org's @rorrydaniels.bsky.social, former U.S. government official James Shinn, and @asia.nikkei.com's Yifan Yu to discuss how Asia is emerging as both a primary battleground and primary beneficiary in the global AI race.
Nikkei at Asia Society: Asia's Strategic Edge in AI Innovation and Influence
Join us for a conversation on the profound repercussions of the Trump administration’s visa reforms on the U.S. tech and AI sectors and the long-term stakes for American technological leadership.…
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November 20, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Join us this week for a rapid-reactions webinar on MBS’s White House visit, our Asia Society Member Open House, and a film retrospective from Uzbekistan’s Ali Khamraev. Read on for details. #ASNYWeekly
November 18, 2025 at 10:33 PM
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Join us on Wednesday, November 19, from 3-4 p.m., for an online conversation about U.S. strategy in the #MiddleEast with ASPI Non-Resident Distinguished Fellow Jeffrey Feltman, @myacoubian.bsky.social of @mideast.csis.org, and @rorrydaniels.bsky.social. Register now ⬇️
An Update on U.S. Strategy the Middle East with Jeffrey Feltman and Mona Yacoubian
Join Jeffrey Feltman and Mona Yacoubian for an in-depth look at Saudi Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s visit to Washington, the broader status of U.S.-Middle East relations, and the implications for globa...
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November 17, 2025 at 7:08 PM
From WeChat Official Accounts to Bilibili to the Mandarin-language podcast boom, a new wave of creativity is reshaping how stories are told and shared. On December 5, join 725 Salon to discuss the challenges and possibilities shaping the future of content creation.
[In Chinese] 725 Salon: Bilibili, Podcasts, and WeChat: Is China's Content Boom a Passing Fad or a Sustainable Phenomenon?
On December 5, 725 Salon will bring together practitioners from leading Chinese content platforms to discuss the challenges and possibilities shaping the future of content creation. [In Chinese]
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November 16, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Explore the new logic and goals of Chinese innovation, from the rise of DeepSeek to the Labubu moment, with three guests who have long observed China's tech and business landscape at 725 Salon on December 4.
[In Chinese] 725 Salon: From Labubu to DeepSeek: China’s Technological Innovation and Its Future
Three guests who have long been observing China’s technology and business landscapes explore the new logic of Chinese innovation and the challenges it might face in the coming decade [In Chinese]
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November 15, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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🎟️ Unlimited museum admission
🥂 Exclusive event invites + pre-sale access to our programs
🛍️ Discounts at Leo Café + AsiaStore
And much more!

Join today 👉 https://asiasociety.org/new-york/become-member
November 14, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Warm up with Elena Moon Park & Friends at a fun and movement-filled concert suitable for the whole family! Join us at Asia Society in New York on November 15 for the performance.

Get your tickets today! asiasociety.org/new-york/eve...
November 13, 2025 at 10:50 PM
TOMORROW: Join @asiapolicy.asiasociety.org for a virtual panel discussion to explore how the 2026 USMCA review may impact Asian trade partners. Wendy Cutler will moderate this conversation with Joshua Meltzer, Meredith Lilly, César Remis, and Takemasa Sekine.
What’s at Stake for Asia in the USMCA Review?
Join the ASPI for a virtual panel discussion with experts from the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Japan to explore how the 2026 USMCA review may impact our Asian trade partners.
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November 12, 2025 at 10:36 PM