Asia Events Weekly Roundup: December 3 - December 9

Every week, Asia on E Street compiles a list of upcoming free Asia-related think tank talks, panel discussions, and other such events in Washington DC.

Our Asia Events Weekly Roundup for December 3 - December 9:

Kashmir: Pakistan's Perspective

Monday, December 4, 12:00pm

Atlantic Council

http://www.atlanticcouncil.org/events/upcoming-events/detail/kashmir-pakistans-perspective

Winning the Third World: The Sino-American Rivalry

Monday, December 4, 11:00am-12:00pm

CSIS

https://www.csis.org/events/winning-third-world-sino-american-rivalry

Pakistan’s Ambassador on Peace and Stability in South Asia

Tuesday, December 5, 9:00am-10:15am

Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

http://carnegieendowment.org/2017/12/05/pakistan-s-ambassador-on-peace-and-stability-in-south-asia-event-5749

US-Taiwan Economic Relations: Domestic and International Drivers

Tuesday, December 5, 10:00am-2:30pm

Sigur Center for Asian Studies

https://www2.gwu.edu/~sigur/news/events/events2017/2017_dec5_TaiwanConference.cfm

Public Perspectives on the North Korean Nuclear Crisis

Tuesday, December 5, 10:00am

Atlantic Council

http://www.atlanticcouncil.org/events/upcoming-events/detail/public-perspectives-on-the-north-korean-nuclear-crisis

Launch-The Leverage Paradox: Pakistan and the United States

Wednesday, December 6, 10:30am-12:00pm

Wilson Center

https://www.wilsoncenter.org/event/launch-the-leverage-paradox-pakistan-and-the-united-states

China’s Impact on Global Development and Conflict

Thursday, December 7, 2:30pm-4:00pm

United States Institute of Peace

https://www.usip.org/events/chinas-impact-global-development-and-conflict

The politics of foreign policy: An examination of Tokyo and Washington

Thursday, December 7, 9:00am-11:00am

Brookings

https://www.brookings.edu/events/the-politics-of-foreign-policy-an-examination-of-tokyo-and-washington/

A Conversation on U.S.-India Relations with Ambassador Richard Verma

Thursday, December 7, 11:00am-12:00pm

Wilson Center

https://www.wilsoncenter.org/event/conversation-us-india-relations-ambassador-richard-verma

US-China Relations: Perilous Past, Uncertain Present (Third Edition) with Professor Robert Sutter

Thursday, December 7, 12:30pm-1:45pm

Sigur Center for Asian Studies

https://www2.gwu.edu/~sigur/news/events/events2017/2017_dec7_SutterBookLaunch.cfm

China Risk and China Opportunity for the U.S.-Japan Alliance

Friday, December 8, 10:30am-12:00pm

Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

http://carnegieendowment.org/2017/12/08/china-risk-and-china-opportunity-for-u.s.-japan-alliance-event-5768

American Councils Taiwan Programs

American Councils for International Education is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for its summer 2018 study abroad offerings in Taiwan. With an 8-week intensive language program in Tainan and a new 4-week area studies program in Taipei, we look forward to welcoming students of all academic backgrounds and language levels to Taiwan next summer. Scholarship funding and U.S. academic credit is available to participants on both programs:

Taiwan Intensive Summer Language Program

Host: National Cheng Kung University – Tainan, Taiwan

Dates: June 21 – August 18, 2018

Eligibility: Students 18 and over with 1-3 years of university-level Chinese by summer 2018

Program Features:

·         20 hours per week of small-group and individualized one-on-one Chinese instruction

·         Local student conversation partners

·         Hands-on culture classes introducing students to topics such as calligraphy, Taiwanese cooking, and traditional medicine

·         Day trips and overnight excursions providing participants a deeper understanding of Taiwanese history and culture

·         Community service opportunities and a weekend homestay with a local host family allowing participants to apply their language skills in a variety of authentic contexts

·         Two semesters’ worth of Chinese language credit offered through Bryn Mawr College

Tradition and Modernity in Taiwan (*New for 2018*)

Host: National Chengchi University – Taipei, Taiwan

Dates: July 14 – August 11, 2018

Eligibility: All students 18 and over (no Chinese language background required)

Program Features:

• Coursework in Taiwanese culture, society, history, and politics taught in English by expert faculty
• Daily Chinese language instruction (taught at the beginner and intermediate levels)
• Hands-on culture classes introducing students to topics such as tai chi, calligraphy, and traditional handicrafts
• Regular field trips allowing participants further meaningful engagement with course content 
• Academic credit in sociology and political science offered through Bryn Mawr College

Financial Aid

Through the generous support of the Taiwan Ministry of Education, all U.S. students applying for AC Study Abroad scholarship funding for either program in Taiwan will automatically also be considered for additional scholarships of up to $2500, awarded based on financial need and academic merit.

Past program participants have successfully applied additional outside sources of financial aid, including Fund for Education Abroad Scholarships, Freeman Awards for Study in Asia , and Gilman Scholarships  to further reduce their out-of-pocket costs.  

The deadline to apply for both programs is February 15, 2018.

Full Time Job Opportunity

 

Vacancy announcement #VAR00262 for the Research Manager - Asia Section, GS-0101-15 has opened on USAJOBS. 

The position is linked to the Library’s employment website and CRS Careers website (www.loc.gov/crsinfo); you can also view the announcement on USAJOBS at: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/484880500.

Spotlight Program: Marlee Grant

This past July, GWU student Marlee Grant traveled to Taipei, Taiwan with Giselle Ruzany, a professor in the dance program at GWU, and one other dance major, Hana Springer. Thanks to a grant that funded an ESIA-TRDA crossover and collaboration, they participated in the World Stage Design Festival and worked closely with Anarchy Dance Theater and choreographer I-Fen Tung, who then came to DC on an exchange to choreograph a work with our dancers here at GWU. (Read more her experience here)

Now, Marlee is a Marketing Strategy and Content Intern at the John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The Kennedy Center recently published an article on Marlee's internship experience, which can be viewed here.

Asian Studies Fellowship 2018 at the EWCW

Now Accepting Applications:
2018 Asia Studies Fellowship

This fellowship supports scholars and analysts who wish to undertake research and writing on topics of relevance to contemporary US-Asia policy; in particular, proposals regarding key challenges in U.S.-Asia relations and possible responses and approaches to addressing those challenges.

The fellowship finances residencies for a period of three months in Washington, D.C. at the East-West Center in Washington. Residencies may begin as early as March 2018 and extend through September 2018.

The fellowship includes a monthly stipend, round trip economy airfare to Washington, D.C. Fellows will complete articles or a monograph and must give a seminar on their research topic..

The deadline for applications is January 2, 2018

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For detailed information and how to apply, please click HERE to visit out Visiting Fellows webpage. For additional questions, please email: washington@eastwestcenter.org  

Full -Time Job Opportunity

 Associate/Senior Associate  

 The Asia Group

Full-Time Job 
Paid 
Management Consulting 

 Washington, D.C. 

DEADLINE: December 30th, 2017 at 7:00 pm

Description: 

The Asia Group, LLC (TAG) is accepting applications for an associate/senior associate at our Washington, DC office. TAG is a strategic and business advisory firm that supports Fortune 500 corporations with market entry and expansion strategies and political risk analysis in the Asia-Pacific. TAG clients cover a broad range of industries including: aerospace and defense, autos, civil aviation, energy/extractives, financial services, ICT, pharmaceuticals, transportation, entertainment, and hospitality.

TAG is looking for highly motivated candidates with a significant experience and strong understanding of political dynamics, economic trends, and international relations across Asian markets. The associate/senior associate will report directly to the Director of Research, working to provide regular updates to clients and will be responsible for sourcing relevant research, providing analysis, and editing written products for content and style. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated professional experience on Asia and a proven track record as a writer.

Responsibilities include:

·   Draft daily updates for clients
·   Track emerging developments across Asia impacting client equities
·   Manage distribution of content to clients
·   Design information graphics

Required qualifications:

·   Outstanding writing and editing skills
·   Strong attention to detail and excel under tight deadlines
·   Two to five years professional experience with Asia – preferably in journalism or research
·   Proficiency in digital communication – including social media campaigns
·   Self-starter and ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
·   Team player with eagerness for professional development

Desired focus and expertise:

·   Demonstrated analytical economic and political expertise in several Asia-Pacific markets
·   Graphic design experience is a plus 

The position is full-time. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. All interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and a two-page analytical writing sample. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. 


For more information and to APPLY, click here

Contact Information

Nadia Bulkin

About The Asia Group

The Asia Group (“TAG”) is a strategy and capital advisory firm to innovative startups and the Fortune 500, as well as to entrepreneurial investors and mature businesses throughout the dynamic trans-Pacific region. We help clients identify, navigate, connect, and capture new opportunities in both established and emerging markets throughout the world.