Anna Coren is an Emmy award-winning international correspondent and filmmaker, currently serving as a Foreign Correspondent for CBS News based in Hong Kong. She covers the Asia-Pacific region and brings more than 15 years of experience reporting on global conflicts, humanitarian crises, natural disasters, and political upheavals.
Anna has reported extensively from war zones in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Ukraine, and covered major events including the U.S. troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, the Hong Kong protests, and natural disasters such as tsunamis in Japan and super typhoons in the Philippines. Her interviews include world leaders such as U.S. President Bill Clinton, Indonesian President Joko Widodo, Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, and Australian Prime Ministers Kevin Rudd and Julia Gillard.
Her work has earned multiple awards, including an Emmy for her exclusive reporting on child marriage in Afghanistan, which led to the rescue of a young girl and her family. Anna has also received Human Rights Press Awards, a Gracie Award, and recognition from the Royal Television Society. In 2022, she made her debut as a documentary filmmaker with The Noble Guardian, a powerful story about Afghan women’s rights activist Mahbouba Seraj, which won Best Documentary at the 2023 LA Shorts International Film Festival.
Anna brings a unique perspective on global affairs, leadership under pressure, and human resilience, making her a compelling choice for keynotes, panels, and as an MC for high-profile events.
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Anna Coren combines global experience with exceptional stage presence. She has hosted and moderated events for leading organisations including JP Morgan, Asia Society, HKEX, and the Hong Kong Government. As an Emmy award-winning international correspondent and filmmaker, Anna brings authority, professionalism, and the ability to manage complex live formats with confidence. Her background reporting from high-pressure environments ensures she handles unexpected moments seamlessly. Anna is an outstanding choice for conferences, awards nights, and corporate events seeking a polished, world-class host.
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