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UPCOMING EVENT
Mexico: Neighbor and Strategic Partner
Thursday, February 23
Mexican Consul Vicente Sanchez Ventura will provide perspective on challenges being undertaken by the Mexican government regarding the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), the Mexican "Drug War", and the strategic partnership between Mexico and the U.S.
UPCOMING EVENT
Turkish Consul General in Akron:
An Outlook on World Affairs from the Perspective of a Strategic Ally
Wednesday, November 9
Consul General Fatih Yildiz will talk about the foreign policy of Turkey in a world where many risks and opportunities coexist. He will elaborate on Turkey's unique characteristics, the principles that guide Turkey's foreign policy, and Turkish-American relations.
UPCOMING EVENT
Britain – Building on Today’s Domestic and Global Challenges
Thursday, October 13
Ramin Navai will provide perspective on challenges being undertaken by the British government, both
domestic and internationally, including economic challenges and the August riots, as well as its work with the new Libyan government.
UPCOMING EVENT
Brazil Today – A Global Model of Democracy and Development
Thursday, April 28
Ernesto Henrique Fraga Araújo will bring perspective to Brazil's historic juncture — strong economic growth and political stability — and the country's strengthening relationship with the U.S. on security, economics and interreliance.
UPCOMING EVENT
U.S. and Russia Today — Partnering on Global Challenges
Thursday, February 24
Alexey Timofeev, Counselor of the Embassy of the Russian Federation in the U.S., Washington, D.C., will present an overview of U.S. and Russian 21st-century cooperation, including the new historic nuclear arms agreement and the complex challenges facing both countries in the Arctic Region.
RADIO BROADCAST
ACWA Interviews Finland's Stude on WZIP 88.1 FM
Ann-Sofie Stude, Minister Counselor, Head of Political Affairs, Embassy of Finland, Washington, D.C., was interviewed by ACWA Executive Director Jane Walker Snider for WZIP's Community Concern program. Listen to the full interview on our Resources page.
RECENT EVENT
Finland Today — Arctic Region Development Strategy: Opportunities & Safeguards
Thursday, November 11
Ann-Sofie Stude, Minister Counselor, Head of Political Affairs, Embassy of Finland, Washington, D.C., will discuss the complex issues related to the impact of global climate change in the Arctic region. She will also provide an overview of Finland's education system which annually has students outperforming students in other countries.
RADIO BROADCAST
ACWA Interviews Indonesia's Gustanto on WZIP 88.1 FM
Gustanto, Minister Counselor for Political Affairs, Embassy of Indonesia in Washington, D.C., was interviewed by ACWA Executive Director Jane Walker Snider for WZIP's Community Concern program. Listen to the full interview on our Resources page.
RECENT EVENT
Indonesia Today — Vigorous Democracy & Strategic U.S. Partner
Thursday, October 14
Gustanto, Minister Counselor for Political Affairs, Embassy of Indonesia in Washington, D.C., discussed ways in which the bilateral U.S.-Indonesia partnership will support new and expanded initiatives in both countries within the new Comprehensive Partnership. He also provided perspectives on his country's transition to democracy and its unique geography as the world's largest archipelago.
RECENT EVENT
Austria Today — Beyond "The Sound of Music"
April 22, 2010
Hilton Akron/Fairlawn
Dr. Wolfgang Renezeder will discuss how Austria has reinvented itself since WWII, through its own
efforts and favorable external factors: peace in Europe, an expanding European
Union, the collapse of communism and growing global prosperity.
Dr. Renezeder was interviewed by ACWA Executive Director Jane Walker Snider for WZIP's Community Concern Program at 88.1 FM. The program will be posted online soon.
RADIO BROADCAST
ACWA Interviews Netherlands' Raes on WZIP 88.1 FM
Saturday, March 6 at 12:30 p.m. - or -
Sunday, March 7 at 12:30 p.m.
Dr. Stephan Raes, Head of Economic Department, Royal Netherlands Embassy, Washington, D.C., was interviewed by ACWA Executive Director Jane Walker Snider for WZIP's Community Concern program.
RECENT EVENT
The Netherlands & the U.S. — Global Initiatives / Domestic Differences
February 18, 2010
Hilton Akron/Fairlawn
Dr. Stephan Raes, Head of Economic Department, Royal Netherlands Embassy, Washington, D.C., will discuss the U.S./Netherlands relationship today, as well as some challenges specific to his country. These include: sustainability, water and energy; illegal drug trade; and immigration. Dr. Raes will also provide an overview of the Netherland's health care policies in the context of the U.S. Congress' proposals.
RECENT EVENT
South Africa - New Government, New Directions
November 19, 2009
Hilton Akron/Fairlawn
Mongezi Mahlulo, First Secretary, Public Diplomacy, and Boipelo Lefatshe, 3rd Secretary, Public Diplomacy, Embassy of South Africa in Washington, D.C., provided an overview of South Africa today in the context of the country’s recent change in government which gave President Jacob Zuma a mandate for the next five years. The diplomats were also interviewed by ACWA Executive Director Jane Walker Snider for WZIP's Community Concern program.
RECENT EVENT
Morocco and the U.S. — The Historic Alliance in the 21st Century
October 8, 2009
Wassane Zailachi, Deputy Chief of Mission - Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in Washington, D.C., provided an overview of the liberalization of Moroccan society under King Mohammed VI and review the long relationship with the U.S. and its strategic importance to both countries in the 21st century. She was also interviewed by ACWA Executive Director Jane Walker Snider for WZIP's Community Concern program.
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
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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Global Scholars students address questions to Ann-Sofie Stude, Minister Counselor, Head of Political Affairs, Embassy of Finland, 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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