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ACWA NEWS
ACWA Interviews David Schwake on WZIP 88.1 FM
Jane Walker Snider, ACWA Executive Director, recently interviewed ACWA guest David Schwake, Political Counselor, Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Washington, D.C.
Ms. Snider also appeared on WZIP’s Community
Concern interview program to explain ACWA's programs and goals.
RECENT EVENT
U.S.–German Relations: Addressing Global Issues
David Schwake, First Secretary, German Embassy, Washington, D.C., provided an overview of current global issues being addressed by his government and the U.S., including the global economic crisis and Afghanistan. He also addressed two historic events being commemorated by Germany this year: the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall and the 60th anniversary of the Berlin air lift.
RECENT EVENT
U.S.–South Korean Relations:
A Korean Perspective
Dongman Han, Minister-Counselor for Economic Affairs, Embassy of the Republic of Korea, Washington, D.C., discussed how a new chapter in U.S.-Korea relations offers the potential to significantly and permanently upgrade not only bilateral economic relations but important strategic initiatives.
RECENT EVENT
Australia: The New Hub Between East and West
David Stuart, Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy of Australia, Washington, D.C., addressed his country’s unique position in global diplomacy and trade. Today’s Australia is a country influential in trade and politics, looking to the U.S. to the East and India to its West, with important relationships in between. Ohio exports to Australia in 2007 were more than $683 million.
RECENT EVENT
Brazil's Economic Success Brings New Challenges
Minister Rubens Gama, Minister-Counselor for Commercial Affairs and Technology, Brazilian Embassy, Washington, D.C. Minister Gama discussed challenges facing Brazil in various areas, such as poverty, infrastructure, energy and the environment.
RECENT EVENT
Spain: New Values and Challenges at Home and Abroad
José Luis Briceño, Director of the Department of Industry and Technology, Trade Commission of Spain, Chicago, provided an
updated profile of Spain, bringing into focus major changes in government, trade and social values.
Spain's
Socialist government was re-elected in March 2008. A core issue is the significant shift in its economy,
following a 14-year boom, and related immigration debates. Accompanying this are major social changes,
commitment to international aid and advances in technological fields, including alternative energy and
desalination plants. He also provided perspective on Spain's relationship with the U.S., including its
bilateral trade of $10 billion.
RECENT EVENT
Academic WorldQuest 2008
WorldQuest is a challenging international group trivia contest. ACWA invited area colleges and universities to set up teams to compete in Academic WorldQuest 2008.
Congratulations to our first and second-place finishers: The University of Akron Political Science B Team (75% correct) and Ashland University (71% correct)!
ACWA NEWS
Spring 2008 Global Scholars Orientation Focuses on Global Product Development
For ACWA's Spring 2008 Global Scholars orientation, four Fulbright Scholars interning at Kent State University facilitated small group discussions with students on
developing domestic products for global distribution. The countries represented for this exercise were Malaysia,
India, Lebanon and Bangladesh.
RECENT EVENT
Prospects and Challenges of North American Integration
Antonio Ortiz-Mena, Head of Section, Economic Affairs, Mexican Embassy, Washington, D.C., discussed issues related to the North American economic integration as well as the U.S.-Mexico relationship.
SPEAKER REPORT
Globalizing India: Opportunities & Challenges
Manoj Joshi, Counsellor, Economic Affairs, Embassy of India, Washington, D.C., discusses India's rapid economic growth, the opportunities it provides to global industry, and the need to leverage this growth to combat poverty and improve infrastructure.
SPEAKER REPORT
Malaysia-U.S. Relations:
The Sky is NOT the Limit
Ilango Karuppannan, Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy of Malaysia, Washington, D.C., discusses the shared values and concerns of Malaysia and the U.S., as well as the growing trade and investment relations between the two countries. Malaysia is the 10th largest trading partner of the U.S.
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PHOTO GALLERY
View photos from recent Global Scholars events.
Global Scholars student addresses question to Dongman Han, Minister-Counselor for Economic Affairs, Embassy of the Republic of Korea, Washington, D.C.
ACWA originates programs designed specifically for our extended community. We obtain our own funding and manage our disbursements. ACWA is a stand-alone non-profit, recognized by the IRS with 501(c)(3) status and incorporated in the state of Ohio. ACWA obtains funding solely through foundations, corporations and individual contributions. We have a formal board and advisors.
To provide suggestions, volunteer or to obtain further information, e-mail Jane Walker Snider, Executive Director, info@akronworldaffairs.org.
ACWA maintains a membership in the World Affairs Councils of America, along with more than 80 other independently operated councils.
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