Asia

Taiwan Startups Pitch Event

Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce 8001 Centre Park Drive #160, Austin, TX, United States

The World Affairs Council of Austin in partnership with the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend this corporate pitch event featuring representatives from five Taiwan-based startups and selected winners of the G Camp international innovation and entrepreneurship training program conducted by Taiwan's Small and Medium Enterprise Administration. Meet and network with fascinating […]

The Untold Story: Shenyang, China May 1999

Neill-Cochran House Museum 2310 San Gabriel Street, Austin, TX, United States

Film and discussion of anti-U.S. demonstrations - as witnessed by U.S. diplomats Christopher and Julie Kavanagh. See never-before-seen privately-filmed footage of demonstrations around the U.S. Consulate General in Shenyang, China and hear an account of on-the-ground events as they unfolded in the aftermath of the NATO bombing of the Chinese Embassy in Belgrade. Discussion led […]

Beijing’s Global Media Offensive: China’s Uneven Campaign to Influence Asia and the World

ONLINE

The World Affairs Council of Austin in collaboration with the World Affairs Council of Orange County invite you to join this webinar featuring Joshua Kurlantzick, senior fellow for Southeast Asia at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR). He is the author, most recently, of Beijing’s Global Media Offensive: China’s Uneven Campaign To Influence Asia and […]

“Nothing to See Here, Folks”: The U.S. – China Relationship in 2023

Neill-Cochran House Museum 2310 San Gabriel Street, Austin, TX, United States

The already deeply strained relationship between the United States and China has been particularly rocky in 2023. Bilateral controversies over the Chinese balloon, Taiwan, TikTok, and Xi Jinping’s visit to Russia, among other developments, have exacerbated tensions and prompted speculation by some that the United States and China could be headed for serious conflict. David […]

Globalist Coffeehouse: China – What’s Next?

5820 Burger and Taphouse 7032 Wood Hollow Dr, Austin, TX, United States

We will be meeting in person at the 5820 Burger and Taphouse. This month's topic is: China: What's next? What will be China’s role in the global economy and geopolitics in general, over the next decades? There is the South China Sea and the potential for conflict over Taiwan. But there is also “soft power” […]

Japan Business Seminar During Oita Festival

Asian American Resource Center 8401 Cameron Road, Austin, United States

The World Affairs Council of Austin is once again a partner organization for the annual Oita Japan Festival!   You won't want to miss the "Doing Business in Japan" seminar at 1:00 PM. Texas exports over $6 billion in goods and services to Japan.  Japan is also a top five export market for central Texas companies.  […]

Singapore Market Access

Indeed Tower 200 W. 6th Street, Austin, Texas, United States

Singapore is an impressive center for business in Asia. The city-state has been consistently acknowledged as a global hub featuring developed infrastructure, political stability, open business policies, a skilled workforce, and respect for intellectual property rights. A growing number of central Texas companies are looking to Singapore as their gateway to Asia. The featured presentations will focus on […]

Chiang Mai (Thailand) Delegation MOU Signing Celebration and Cultural Festival

Wat Buddhananachat 8105 Linden Road, Del Valle, TX, United States

Attend this public celebration of the official Memorandum of Understanding linking Chiang Mai with Austin.  Attendees will be able to meet the visiting delegates from Chiang Mai as well as enjoy the food and culture of Thailand. No RSVPs required.  

Business2Business Opportunity with Thailand

Capital Factory 701 Brazos Street, Austin, TX, United States

In collaboration with the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce, and Capital Factory Austin, we invite you to an International Market Series Reception fostering business connections with Thailand. The event features opportunities to connect with a Thai business delegation led by Lisa A. Buzenas, Consul General, United States Consulate General Chiang Mai. The delegation includes representatives from […]

China Townhall

Texas State University San Marcos, TX, United States

Join us for a captivating China Town Hall event cohosted by the World Affairs Council of Austin and San Antonio, set to take place on December 2nd at Texas State University. Immerse yourself in an afternoon of insightful discussions and engaging presentations by well-accomplished industry experts and scholars who bring a wealth of knowledge about […]

Asia x Austin International Market Summit

Austin Central Library 710 West Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, TX, United States

Explore exciting business opportunities between Central Texas and some of Asia's most dynamic and innovative markets. Experience the two-way highway of opportunity between Asia and the Greater Austin region. Learn what's next in AI, blockchain, the Metaverse, clean energy, and more. Plug into the startup landscapes in Asia and Central Texas. Meet the leaders forging […]

Afghanistan: Where are we now and what’s next?

Neill-Cochran House Museum 2310 San Gabriel Street, Austin, TX, United States

In 2021, the Taliban came to power in Afghanistan. What followed was a period of turmoil, as they turned on those who were in the Administration of President Ashraf Ghani or supported it. Then, there was the diaspora of those associated with the Americans in any capacity. Rangina Hamidi, who served as the first female […]

South Korea on the World’s Stage

Neill-Cochran House Museum 2310 San Gabriel Street, Austin, TX, United States

On June 4th and 5th South Korea held its first ever Korea-Africa Summit. They hosted representatives from 48 African nations, including 25 heads of state. South Korea would like to expand its geopolitical influence and forge deeper global partnerships throughout the world. What does this new global perspective mean as it relates to Putin’s recent […]

Globalist Coffeehouse: South Korea Follow-up Discussion

Shoal Creek Saloon 909 N. Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX, United States

Join  us at the Globalist Coffeehouse on Thursday, July 25th, 6:30 p.m. at the Shoal Creek Saloon on North Lamar. The topic will be on South Korea. This will be a follow-up discussion to a program on July 18th with two top scholars in this field.  Please go to the link below and register. I […]

Japan Business Seminar During Oita Festival

Long Center for the Performing Arts 701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin, TX, United States

The World Affairs Council of Austin is once again a partner organization for the annual Oita Japan Festival!   You won't want to miss the "Doing Business in Japan" seminar. Texas exports over $6 billion in goods and services to Japan.  Japan is also a top five export market for central Texas companies.  Be sure to […]

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