Asian Studies Program

From the Director...

Asia as a region is increasingly becoming a more potent actor in the world at large. The region’s economic influence is becoming more deeply felt, its political power more strategically crucial. Home to almost half the world’s population, source of much of the world’s consumer goods, and containing some of the world’s most ancient and enduring civilizations, Asia's current role in the politics of religion, business, diplomacy, security, communications, and popular culture is undeniably important...

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