With over 600 guests, 30 cultural booths, and 25 performances, East-West Fest 2018 brought together international scholars, families, and supporters of the East-West Center for a fun-filled event.
The East-West Center in Washington launched its inaugural Asia Pacific Bulletin Special Series focusing on "Oceania in 2018."
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Political scientists Ehito Kimura and Erik Martinez Kuhonta write that so far performance of the two populist leaders suggests that local experience does not necessarily equal national success.
Hundreds of environmental researchers, managers, NGO leaders and others convened at EWC in mid-April to discuss issues surrounding island environments at the 7th International Conference on Environmental Future. Sessions focused on the connection between humans and island environments, and the lessons they hold for the rest of the world. View session videos and more here.
Representing five program generations and eight island countries, 30 alumni of the Center’s Pacific Island Leadership Program with Taiwan gathered in Honiara, Solomon Islands in March for a Community Building Workshop. EWC president Richard R. Vuylsteke joined the PILP Alumni, who met with Solomons Prime Minister Rick Houenipwela and other dignitaries. ...more...
A 20-page report is now available on findings of the inaugural Women20 for the G20 Asia Pacific Dialogue, which was held at the Center in June. The report, which expands on initial policy recommendations, is currently being highlighted in events at the UN, World Economic Forum and International Labor Organization. ...more...
EWC, in partnership with the US State Dept. and New Zealand Consulate in Hawai‘i, conducted the second phase of the North Pacific Women’s Action Program in February, with workshops in Ebeye, Kosrae, Pohnpei and Yap. The program aims at building a network of women community leaders across the US-affiliated Pacific Island states. ...more...
East-West Center President Richard R. Vuylsteke has been appointed by the US Secretary of Commerce as a member of the Hawaii Pacific Export Council, a nonprofit organization of local leaders and experienced international business professionals who work with the US Commercial Service and Hawaii Export Assistance Center to provide assistance to local companies expanding in international markets. ...more...
Online registration and paper abstract submissions are now open for the next EWC/EWCA International Conference in Seoul Aug. 23-25. Plan now to join international colleagues in renewing acquaintances, making new contacts, updating your regional knowledge and discovering Seoul!
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