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Walter H. Shorenstein Asia-Pacific Research Center
Stanford University's hub for interdisciplinary research, education, and engagement on contemporary Asia

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Who We Are
The Shorenstein Asia-Pacific Research Center (APARC) is Stanford's home for interdisciplinary scholarship and policy dialogue on Asia’s critical challenges and its regional and global affairs. We educate the next generation of Asia experts and bridge research and practice through our publications, public engagement, and international collaborations.
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What We Do

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Research
We study topics focused on economics, politics, health, societal transitions, foreign affairs, and security in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Education
Our faculty teach academic courses, and we offer fellowship and training opportunities to students, scholars, and practitioners.
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Policy & Outreach
We provide policy-relevant research findings to U.S. and Asian decision-makers and advance the public understanding of Asian affairs.
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