William Yang
William Yang is a renowned Australian social photographer and visual artist, celebrated for his impactful documentation of the queer scene in Sydney and his personal family narratives. At age 82, his work 'Milestone' was showcased at Asia TOPA, presenting a poignant slideshow interwoven with music, reflecting on his life experiences and cultural heritage.
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William Yang is an octogenarian photography icon recognized at the event.
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Australia· 2026-01-17
William Yang, senior analyst for Northeast Asia at the International Crisis Group, commented on China's new efforts.
China ramps up pressure over Taiwan at UN
Taiwan· 2025-11-25
William Yang is a senior analyst for north-east Asia at the Crisis Group.
What – if anything – did Asian countries get out of Donald Trump’s whirlwind tour? | International trade
United Kingdom· 2025-10-31
William Yang, a senior analyst for North East Asia at the International Crisis Group, said that, unlike last year, Lai avoided using sharp and assertive language to criticize China directly.
Lai’s address ‘softened tone’: expertsTaiwan· 2025-10-12
William Yang, a senior analyst for North East Asia at the International Crisis Group, described Taiwan’s response to South Africa’s demands as simply 'self defense.'
Taiwan weaponizes chip sector to deter BeijingTaiwan· 2025-09-25
William Yang, the senior analyst on north-east Asia for the Crisis Group, said the pause was probably Trump putting Taiwan on the 'back burner'.
Trump’s reported pause on Taiwan weapons aid sparks fears he is using island for China trade deal | Donald TrumpUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-20
William Yang, the senior north-east Asia analyst with the International Crisis Group, said Taiwan first needed to clarify which agency was responsible and then establish a set of diplomatic and law enforcement responses.
Taiwan accuses China of breaching international law over drilling | TaiwanUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-04
William Yang, an analyst at the International Crisis Group, discussed China's opportunity to deepen relations with India amid US tensions.
Modi hedges bets as Trump thumbs nose at decades of courtship - World
Pakistan· 2025-08-30
William Yang warned that China may use Modi's trip to create a rift between India and the United States.
Clave para entender la cumbre en Tianjin, China, en medio de tensiones arancelarias con Trump
Panama· 2025-08-30
William Yang, the International Crisis Group’s senior North East Asia analyst, mused on August 11th.
'Useful idiot': Inside China’s long game - How Xi is squeezing Trump over trade
India· 2025-08-13
William Yang said that Beijing is likely to use its leverage over rare earth exports to pressure Washington.
US and China extend tariffs truceTaiwan· 2025-08-12
William Yang, an analyst at the International Crisis Group, warned that Beijing will likely use its leverage over rare earth exports to pressure Washington.
Trump signs order to extend China tariff truce by 90 days - WorldPakistan· 2025-08-12
William Yang is the current president of the Labor Club at Sydney University.
Do campus clubs help or hinder budding political careers?Australia· 2025-08-11
William Yang, a senior north asia analyst for the International Crisis Group, said the recall campaign had deepened divisions in Taiwan.
Attempt to unseat 24 ‘pro-China’ opposition politicians in Taiwan appears to fail | TaiwanUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-26
William Yang is a senior analyst at the International Crisis Group who noted the impact of exit bans on foreign investment in China.
Exit bans in China: What are they and why are they causing friction with US?
United States· 2025-07-23
William Yang, a senior north-east Asia analyst for the International Crisis Group who witnessed the two days of games.
Malfunctions, overreactions and a steep learning curve: wargaming a Chinese attack on Taiwan | TaiwanUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-18
William Yang, a senior analyst at the International Crisis Group, said that Lai has 'repeatedly shown his preference for weaving historical events into his narrative.'
Taiwan celebrates V-E Day for first timeTaiwan· 2025-05-08
William Yang is one of Australia’s most revered social photographers, capturing the essence of his times.
Milestone; Sensory Dark Matter at Asia TOPA; Hania Rani at Melbourne Recital Centre; Honour at Red Stitch; Truth at Malthouse; Kagami at Asia TOPA; The Prodigy at Rod Laver ArenaAustralia· 2025-02-22
