Several traditional Chinese cultural practices and symbols were highlighted during President Trump’s 2026 visit to China. The visit was designed not only as a diplomatic meeting but also as a showcase of Chinese history, philosophy, and ceremonial traditions. 1. Visit to the Temple of Heaven Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping visited the Temple of Heaven, one of China’s most important historical and religious sites. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, emperors traveled th

Some of the sessions that I attended at the Association for Asian Studies Conference covered innovative teaching models, curatorial strategies, challenges of technology, and the importance of context, resonance, and ethical awareness. Three-Stage Pedagogical Model (Material Culture in Buddhist Studies) Stage 1: Material Analysis Essay Students select a Buddhist object/site from digital collections or databases. Tasks: Close observation, contextual analysis, religious function

I attended the Association for Asian Studies (AAS) Annual Conference in Vancouver, Canada. This was a remarkable experience to immerse myself in Asian studies and be surrounded by scholars in the field. The AAS is the world’s largest academic gathering dedicated to the study of Asia. It brought together students, scholars, educators, and professionals from across the globe to share research and build collaboration in the field of Asian Studies. With more than 3,900 attendee