- Arts & Culture Cross-Platform Series: Exhibition
12 to 28 October 2012
- 3rd ASEM Rectors' Conference
September 2012
- 12th Informal ASEM Seminar on Human Rights
27 June 2012 - 29 June 2012
12 to 28 October 2012
September 2012
27 June 2012 - 29 June 2012
A society’s well-being is often dependent on economic growth, and the current international economic crisis has led to unemployment and social problems in Asia and Europe. By harnessing the resourcefulness, creativity, and expertise of civil society actors, we can find ways to counter the negative effects of unbridled economic growth.
In tandem with the ongoing ASEM dialogue on the international financial and economic crisis, our activities focus on examining the impact of the economic crisis on society, engaging representatives from government and civil society in a collective reflection, and giving inputs for innovative and integrated policy recommendations.
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The global financial and economic crisis of 2008/09 is still slowly eroding the confidence in the architecture of the global economy and its institutions. With this lack of confidence, a climate of uncertainty has set in. With capital...
Too Many Foreigners? Crises and their impact on migration flows
Overview When a crisis hits a country, should it shut the door to migrants? Migration is an important and sensitive topic today. Professor Antonio Marquina, leader of the ASEF-supported ASEM Education Hub Thematic Network on Human Security, will kick...
culture360.org at 5th World Summit on Arts and Culture
culture360.org was presented to world cultural leaders and delegates taking part in the World Summit on Arts and Culture in Melbourne, Australia (2 - 6 October 2011) as part of the activities supported by the Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF). The Summit...
Learning from the crisis: How can Asia and Europe respond to future financial and economic crises?
The Global Financial Crisis of the late 2000s has resulted in a global recession and market fluctuations equalled only by the Great Depression of the 1930s and market stagnation of the 1970s. The effects of the crisis have been widespread and prolonged,...
Demographic Changes in Asia and Europe: Challenges for the Youth
In today’s age of unparalleled connectivity and mobility, the youth benefit from vast opportunities to discover, to experience and to be involved in the global village. At the same time, young people are also most affected by the challenges and problems...
Seminar: Russia in the Next Decade and Cooperation with Asia
Asia-Europe Foundation hosted the seminar, “Russia in the Next Decade and Cooperation with Asia” by Dr Igor Yurgens on 28 April 2011. Dr Yurgens, 58, is Chairman of the Institute of Contemporary Development, Russia’s leading think-tank today. He...
Public Talk: Is The Global Economy Still In Crisis?
As the global economy continues its recovery, there remains a need for effective global policy to address downside risks. Jacques Attali has written extensively on this, and his recent books include "A Brief History Of The Future" and "After The Crisis."...
5th Asia-Europe Editors' Roundtable
In the lead-up to the 8th ASEM Summit, ASEF organised the 5th Asia-Europe Editors' Roundtable as an opportunity for 17 eminent editors and senior journalists from Asia and Europe to participate in a focused discussion on rethinking necessary international...
4th Connecting Civil Societies of Asia and Europe
Overview The global and regional environment in which the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) operates has changed significantly since its inception in 1996. Financial crises, terrorism, climate change, and pandemics have emerged as global threats that compound...
33rd Asia-Europe Lecture Tour: The Regionalisation Of The World. What Does It Mean For Asia?
While the Westphalian world order of states faces challenges brought about by globalisation, unilateral globalisation has also revealed deficiencies that have resulted in conflicts between states and regions. Instead, regionalisation has emerged as...
Public Talk: Does The EU Need A New Asia Strategy?
The EU’s external relations with Asia are still underlined by the 2001 European Commission Communication: "Europe And Asia: A Strategic Framework For Enhanced Partnership.” This communication was released just before the events of September 11....
5th Asia-Europe Journalists’ Seminar: Moving Towards A Post-Crisis World
The current global financial and economic crisis is the worst since the Great Depression, with wide ranging political and social implications. Beyond ongoing national responses, there is recognition that enhanced international co-operation is urgently...
This lecture consisted of two presentations titled "The Euro After 10 Years: Achievements, Challenges, And Implications For Asia" and "Regional Co-Operation In East Asia: Evolution And Challenges." The presentations were conducted by Klaus Regling,...
The introduction of the euro in January 1999 changed Europe and the international monetary system. The first decade of the euro has been a huge success. But challenges have been mounting at the same time. Klaus Regling, one of the key figures in implementing...
3rd Connecting Civil Societies Of Asia And Europe
The 3rd instalment of the Connecting Civil Society’s conference aimed to prepare a report on an economic and social agenda for the future of ASEM based on expert analyses and multi-stakeholder consultation. The conference brought together over 50...
Reflection on European Integration
3rd Asia-Europe Editors' Roundtable
"The meeting had provided for the frank exchange of opinions (that) will make our eyes a little more open, and eventually help us journalists contribute more for the development of mankind." - Mr. Yoshinori Imai, Executive Editor, NHK Japan. Organised...
The 8th Talks on the Hill, entitled “Re-righting Intellectual Property: Economic and Social policy challenges in Asia and Europe” took place at ASEF, Singapore from 7th-9th May, 2006. Bringing together 13-15 experts on the subhject from Asia and...
The impact of the EU Enlargement on Trade and Investment Relations with ASEAN
2nd EU-Japan-Asia Journalists Conference
The 2nd EU-Japan-Asia Journalists Conference was held in Nagoya, Japan, from 17th-20th April, 2005 and co-organised by ASEF and the Delegation of the European Commission in Japan. This conference followed the successful formula from the previous year...
EU-Japan-Asia Journalists Conference
The second EU-Japan-Asia Journalists Conference followed the successful formula of the previous year, where ASEF's involvement brought forth the expansion of the annual EU-Japan Journalists' Conference to include journalists from other parts of Asia...
1st EU-Japan-Asia Journalists Conference
Themed `New Asia and New Europe,' the 1st EU-Japan-Asia Journalists Conference was organised from 6th-9th April in Fukuoka, Japan by ASEF and the Delegation of the European Commission in Japan. Former ASEAN Secretary-General Mr. Rodolfo C. Severino delivered...
The 9th ASEF University (AU9) programme, `Asia-Europe Economic Partnership: Opportunities and Challenges for Enterprises in a Changing Global Environment', convened from 1st-14th February, 2004 in Manila, the Philippines. It was the first time that the...
The objective of this meeting was to analyse the current state of the regional debate in East Asia and identify possible areas for initiatives and contributions from Europe. Participants exchanged views on useful lessons that Asia could draw from the...
2nd Asia-Europe Journalists' Seminar
This seminar was organised to coincide with the 5th ASEM Foreign Ministers' Meeting, and as the sequel to the Asia-EU Journalists' Seminar held in Brussels in May 2003. It brought together a diverse group of Asian and European journalists and enabled...
Attended by more than 100 people, this meeting was organised to compare and contrast the historical development, current situation, and prospective future evolution of the principal regional organisations in Europe and East Asia, namely the EU, ASEAN,...
5th ASEM Informal Seminar on Human Rights Series
The 5th ASEM Informal Seminar on Human Rights Series, gathered a total of 55 representatives composed of civil societies from the corporate sectors, trade unions, legal agencies, NGOs and government officials. There were 2 rapporteurs (one Asian and one...
4th Asia-Europe Young Parliamentarians Meeting
This conference consisted of plenary and working group sessions where key topics were discussed. Statements made at the conference were widely quoted in the Italian and international media. KEY SPEAKERS Mr. Rubens Ricupero, Secretary-General, UN Conference...
1st ASEM Roundtable On Globalisation: Globalisation And Regional Responses
Seventy scholars, government officials, and non-government organisations from 20 ASEM countries attended this event. The main topics discussed were: - Globalisation and regional responses - Political and cultural aspects of globalisation - Economic...
This meeting brought together 50 media professionals from Asia and Europe to promote a better understanding of issues of mutual interest, and strengthen ties between Asian and European media. THE ISSUES - The media's impact on public opinion and foreign...
1st Asia-Europe Roundtable: Regions In Transition
This inaugural roundtable session was attended by 50 participants from 15 ASEM member countries, who gathered to discuss the following topics: - Regionalism and institution-building - The issue of enlargement, economic growth, and competition - Social...
ASEF Lecture: Future Relations Between The European Union And Asia
This fourth instalment of the Asia-Europe Lecture series was attended by 150 professionals from the diplomatic corps, academia, think-tanks, business community, and the media. The European Union's Javier Solana delivered the lecture, where he explained...
Europe Asia Forum 3: Asia And Europe At The New Millennium
Fifty high-level Asian and European participants from the world of politics, media, academia, and business attended this forum, which was held over two days. Participants had the opportunity to discuss the state of Asia's economy and the impact of the...
A New Round For Multi-Lateral Trade Negotiations: An Asia-Europe Perspective
Sixty-three participants from 20 ASEM member countries attended this event to discuss the following topics: - The political and economic arguments for the WTO millennium round - The emerging agenda - Developing countries' interests in WTO negotiations The...
Monetary Co-operation: The situation in the Euro Zone
This roadshow was part of the ASEF's efforts to interpret the birth of the Euro for specialist Asian audiences. Over 470 professionals from the government, banking, finance, media, and academic worlds attended the event. Ng Kee Choe (President of the...
1st Colloquium For Journalists: How Can Europe Help Asia Without Provoking A Backlash
This colloquium was timed to coincide with the World Economic Forum's East Asia Economic Summit in Singapore, to raise the awareness of Asia-Europe issues amongst the media. The colloquium was organised as a breakfast meeting, at which four distinguished...
A team of eight distinguished Asian speakers were invited to attend this meeting; they gave presentations on the theme "Asia And Europe: A New Agenda After The Crisis," drawing from their own professional or national perspective. The speakers included...
Fifty-three prominent European and Asian representatives from the political, business, academic, and media circles attended this forum and contributed their ideas on how Europe and Asia could benefit from the interdependence that arises from globalisation. Eberhard...
ASEF 1st Anniversary Asia-Europe Lecture
This lecture, titled "The Tao of Development: Economic Management and Good Governance in Asia," was the second in the Asia-Europe Lecture series. Anand Panyarachun, former Prime Minister of Thailand, delivered the lecture at the Chulalongkorn University...
