A Message from the Director
Lien-Hang T. Nguyen, Director, Weatherhead East Asian Institute

Welcome to the Weatherhead East Asian Institute, a hub for the study of modern and contemporary East, Southeast, and Inner Asia at Columbia University. Since its founding in 1949, WEAI has been a pioneer in East Asian Studies, expanding research in underexplored areas, fostering a collaborative community of experts from across disciplines, and offering unparalleled insight into one of the world’s most dynamic regions.
Upcoming Events
'Making sense of how we make sense of Chinese Foreign Policy' with Todd Hall, Oxford University
International Affairs Building at Columbia University - 420 W. 118th St., New York, NY 10027 Room 918
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Event time is displayed in your time zone.Book Launch & Talk: Japan’s Quiet Leadership: Reshaping the Indo-Pacific
School of International and Public Affairs, 420 West 118th Street, Room 918, New York, NY 10027
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Event time is displayed in your time zone.How to be Moral: Practical Tips from a Chosŏn Confucian
School of International and Public Affairs, 420 West 118th Street, Room 918, New York, NY 10027
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Sheila Smith Highlights Major Shifts in Japan’s New Security Strategy