US-Asia Institute

2012 Leadership in Transition Series

usasiainstitute — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 20:35:35 +0000

With a slew of elections and leadership changes underway and forthcoming in Asia, along with the upcoming Russian and U.S. elections, 2012 will be a major transition period for leadership in the Asia/Pacific region which could significantly alter the political landscape. The US-Asia Institute’s Leadership in Transition Series examines these changes in the region, looking at how they might impact, not only the domestic circumstances within those countries, but also the intra-regional political climate as well as the U.S.’s relationship with those nations.

Join us throughout this year in discussing these changes and their potential impact on the future of the Asia/Pacific region.

Leadership in Transition: Greater China

February 21, 2012 2:00-3:30pm

Description: Join the US-Asia Institute in kicking off the Leadership in Transition briefing series examining changes in the greater China region, specifically in Taiwan and Hong Kong, and how U.S. relations in the region may be affected.

Speakers will be Dr. Robert Sutter, George Washington University, Robert Keatley, Consultant, and Robert Goldberg, Scowcroft Group, with Susan Lawrence of the Congressional Research Service serving as moderator.

Please RSVP to events@usasiainstitute.org or by calling 202-544-3181.

Leadership in Transition: Burma/Myanmar

March 5, 2012 2:00-3:30pm

Description: Join the US-Asia Institute in examining the upcoming elections in Burma/Myanmar, economic effects of liberalization, and the impact the country’s potential pivot will have on relations with China and the U.S.

Speakers will be Priscilla Clapp, former Charge d’Affairs to Burma/Myanmar, Brad Babson, Consultant on Asian Affairs with a concentration on Myanmar and North Korea, Jennifer Quigley, Advocacy Director for U.S. Campaign for Burma.

For more information or to RSVP, contact Nick Hall, US-Asia Institute at 202-544-3181 or events@usasiainstitute.org.

Upcoming:

The Korean Peninsula

Russia and Asia

Mongolia

People’s Republic of China

United States and Asia

To Be Announced at www.usasiainstitute.org

US-Asia Institute to host 2012 New York Forum

usasiainstitute — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:43:26 +0000

The US-Asia Institute will host the 2012 New York Forum on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at the HSBC Tower in New York City, New York. More information to follow soon.

Lunar New Year Celebration

usasiainstitute — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 21:21:22 +0000

The US-Asia Institute hosted its Annual Lunar New Year Celebration on February 2, 2012 at the US-Asia Institute in Washington DC.

Senator of Hawaii Daniel Akaka was the Guest of Honor in recognition of his 33 years of support and partnership with the US-Asia Institute. Other speakers included Deputy Under Secretary for International Trade Michelle O’Neill, Congresswomen Judy Chu (D-CA), Congressman Michael Honda (D-CA), Ambassador of Japan to the U.S. Ichiro Fujisaki, Ambassador of Vietnam to the U.S. Nguyen Quoc Cuong, and Ambassador of The Philippines to the U.S. Jose L. Cuisia Jr.

Guests mingled with old and new friends, celebrating the Year of the Dragon together and the beginning of another successful year for strengthening U.S.-Asia relations.

US-Asia Institute Successfully Hosts First China 101 Seminar Series

usasiainstitute — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 19:09:58 +0000

The US-Asia Institute, along with the House of Representatives US-China Working Group and the Congressional Research Service, successfully hosted the six-week China 101 series. Former Ambassador of the US to China, the Honorable Stapleton Roy, was the first speaker, opening with his remarks during the first week. That event was held at the Capitol building, while the other events were
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5th Annual J. Matthew Szymanski Rule of Law Program June/July 2012

usasiainstitute — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 19:00:06 +0000

The 5th Annual J. Matthew Szymanski Rule of Law Program is underway. Six young legal professionals from China will participate in the program from June 25-July 20, 2012. Since 2008, the Matthew J. Szymanski Rule of Law Program had hosted impressive young legal students and professionals from China, with the objective of strengthening the understanding and implementation of rule of law in China through leadership development and exposure to the American system. During the one month program, participants meet with prominent Congressional advisors, judges, lawyers and scholars; attend lectures, hearings and courtroom proceedings; and participate in formal and informal discussions to share their knowledge and experience.

More about the J. Matthew Szymanski Rule of Law Program

US-Asia Institute hosted a briefing on Vietnam, the United States and the South China Sea

usasiainstitute — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 18:53:46 +0000

The US-Asia Institute hosted an off-the-record briefing on Monday, November 7th which focused on “Strategic Rapprochement: The United States, Vietnam and the South China Sea”. This briefing took place in our office at the US-Asia Institute, 232 East Capitol Street, N.E. in Washington D.C.

Ernest Bower, Senior Advisor and Director at the CSIS Southeast Asia Program and Dr. Satu Limaye, Director of the East West Center in Washington, discussed the burgeoning U.S.-Vietnam relationship and where it fits into the larger regional challenges regarding the South China Sea. Dr. Mark Manyin, a specialist in Asian Affairs at the Congressional Research Service was the moderator.

Capitol Hill Forum: Featuring Special Guest Dr. Changyong Rhee, Chief Economist, Asian Development Bank

usasiainstitute — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 18:51:56 +0000

The US-Asia Institute sponsored and hosted Dr. Rhee on Friday, September 23, 2011. Dr. Rhee began his remarks by identifying steady growth in developing Asian states, but noted that the region also has very uneven growth. In regards to poverty and income inequality reduction there are many developing Asian states which are poor performers. Thus, observers must recognize the inherent heterogeneity of Asian economies. Poorer economic performance is in part a knock on effect of financial instability in the U.S. and Europe. However, income inequality is worryingly high in Asia and the quality of employment is still low.

2012 US-Asia Institute Internship Progrm Applications Now Being Accepted

usasiainstitute — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 17:40:03 +0000

Deadline for Summer 2012 internships is April 1, 2012. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter indicating their interest in the US-Asia Institute, a resume, and a brief 3-5 page writing sample.