July 12, 2016 Podcast: China's Economy — Headed for a Crash? After three decades of consistent double-digit GDP growth, China is now slowing, and grave concerns about demographics, the middle-income trap, capital flight, and debt are emerging in its economy. Does this mean economic catastrophe — or can the slowdown be managed? On the Asia Society Podcast, economists, investors, and journalists help unpack what’s going on in China’s economy, and what a stumble might mean for the world. Read the article After the Ruling — What's Next in the South China Sea? On Tuesday, an international tribunal in The Hague ruled that China’s extensive maritime claims in the South China Sea have no basis in international law — a ruling that Beijing has indicated it will ignore. In Asia Blog, experts weigh in on the significance of the decision. It “looks destined to radically alter not only China’s interaction with its Asian neighbors, but with the U.S.,” said Asia Society’s Orville Schell. Read the article The Death of Pakistan's 'Living Saint' Pakistani humanitarian and philanthropist Abdul Sattar Edhi died at age 88 last Friday. His foundation, established just four years after Pakistan's 1947 birth, has functioned as a sanctuary for the country's most impoverished citizens, running ambulances, medical clinics, orphanages, and disaster relief. "If anyone deserves to be wrapped in the flag of the nation, it is him," said Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. Read the article Upcoming Events New York — The Bandistan Ensemble, Music From Central Asia, 7/14 Hong Kong — International Views of the U.S. and China, and the Global Balance of Power, 7/15 Sydney — Business of Asia: The Alibaba Story Down Under, 7/18 Become a Member Donate Now                  Asia Society 725 Park Avenue New York, NY 10021 USA Copyright © 2016 Asia Society, All rights reserved.  www.asiasociety.org