About Us
The Asia Foundation is a nonprofit international development organization committed to improving lives across a dynamic and developing Asia. Informed by six decades of experience and deep local expertise, our programs address critical issues affecting Asia in the 21st century—governance and law, economic development, women’s empowerment, environment, and regional cooperation. In addition, our Books for Asia and professional exchange programs are among the ways we encourage Asia’s continued development as a peaceful, just, and thriving region of the world.
HIGHLIGHTS ACROSS ASIA
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‘Seven Deadly Days’: Road Safety in Thailand
April 11, 2018
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Views from the Region on U.S. Policy in Asia Today
March 28, 2018
Blog
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Myanmar Times: A front row seat to five years of change
March 23, 2018
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Asia Foundation Expresses Sorrow Over Passing of Julio “Andy” Andrews, Beloved Former Colleague, Development Innovator, Leader, and Friend
March 9, 2018
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Advancing Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equality in Asia – A Year in Review 2017
March 2, 2018
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The Economist Cites 2017 Afghan Survey
March 1, 2018
Media Coverage
Uncovering the Impact of
VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND GIRLS
China passed a crucial Anti-Domestic Violence Law, but they need hard data to implement it. Our survey uncovers the real human, societal, and business costs.