HPAIR was founded in 1991 to create a forum of exchange to discuss and learn about the most pressing economic, political, social, and cultural issues facing the Asia-Pacific region. HPAIR has organized 43 conferences and touched the lives of more than 10,000 students and young professionals. HPAIR conferences feature world-class speakers and guests to foster mentorship, networking, and guidance opportunities for delegates. Past speakers include Ban Ki-moon, former Secretary General of the United Nations; Philip Murphy, former President of Goldman Sachs Asia; Tawakkol Karman, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate; and Robin Chase, co-founder and former CEO of Zipcar.

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