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Understanding the world’s fastest-growing region
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Fifty Years On: New Perspectives on the Vietnam Wars – Day One
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Vietnamese Diaspora: The Ongoing Journey of Conflict and Reconciliation
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The Rajawali Foundation Institute for Asia advances research and teaching about policy challenges within the region and Asia’s place in the global community.
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Implications of a Rapidly Changing World: Technology, Digital Transformation, and Geopolitical Realignments: Joint Conference Summary
A summary of the December 11-12, 2025 conference, jointly organized by the Rajawali Foundation Institute for Asia, John F. Kennedy; School of Government, Harvard University; East Asian Institute, National University of Singapore (NUS); and the National School of Development, Peking University.
In Partnership with Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, NUS.
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From Balancing to Coalition-Building: The US, Taiwan, and Asia’s Grand Reshuffling—Event in Review
A summary of the event, co-hosted by the Rajawali Foundation Institute of Asia and the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs.
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Q&A with M. Chatib Basri on “Active Alignment: How Indonesia Can Shape the U.S.-China Strategic Competition”
M. Chatib Basri answers questions about his paper, exploring Indonesia’s strategic alignment and leverage, maritime position, and the implications of domestic reform on Indonesia’s regional impact.
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Indonesian Language Class – April 3
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SFFA vs. Kamehameha Schools: Beyond Affirmative Action and the Implications for Indigenous Communities
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Ash Center Room 225, Suite 200 124 Mount Auburn Street
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Indonesian Language Class – April 10
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Ash Center Room 202, Suite 200 124 Mount Auburn Street
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm EDT