Countries need to craft a new response – calls the Independent Commission on AIDS in Asia New York—Even after two decades, AIDS remains the most likely cause of death and work days lost among 15-44 years-olds in Asia warns the independent Commission on AIDS in Asia.These findings were released today in a report entitled “Redefining AIDS in Asia – Crafting an effective response” by an independent Commission, consisting of nine members across Asia and led by Dr C. Rangarajan, Chief Economic Adviser to the Prime Minister of India.