NAFTA 2.0 with Beatriz Ramirez
Free Trade Specialist
Friday, October 30 at 11 am via ZoomSince the adoption of a free trade agreement with Canada and Mexico, the United States' largest trading partners, under the Clinton Administration, economic ties between these countries has expanded. Jobs have been lost in some aspects of the economy, while other jobs have been created and new prospects developed. Where does this all stand now? And where are trade relations headed under the recently re-negotiated USMCA? Free Trade Specialist Beatriz Ramirez will shed light on the updated trade deal and what it means for Central Illinois.
This event is co-sponsored by the Illinois Small Business Development Center and the International Trade Center at Bradley University.
Free Trade Specialist
Friday, October 30 at 11 am via ZoomSince the adoption of a free trade agreement with Canada and Mexico, the United States' largest trading partners, under the Clinton Administration, economic ties between these countries has expanded. Jobs have been lost in some aspects of the economy, while other jobs have been created and new prospects developed. Where does this all stand now? And where are trade relations headed under the recently re-negotiated USMCA? Free Trade Specialist Beatriz Ramirez will shed light on the updated trade deal and what it means for Central Illinois.
This event is co-sponsored by the Illinois Small Business Development Center and the International Trade Center at Bradley University.
The Rise of Populism in Central and Eastern Europe
Dr. Martin Nekola
Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic
Friday, November 6 at 11 am via Zoom
Have you noticed what’s been happening in Hungary, Poland, and elsewhere in Europe? Dr. Nekola will discuss movements in several European countries, drawing upon extensive research in this field of study. Is this a cause for concern, or an expression of identity that is to be expected? What, if anything, should we do about it here in the US?
Dr. Martin Nekola
Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic
Friday, November 6 at 11 am via Zoom
Have you noticed what’s been happening in Hungary, Poland, and elsewhere in Europe? Dr. Nekola will discuss movements in several European countries, drawing upon extensive research in this field of study. Is this a cause for concern, or an expression of identity that is to be expected? What, if anything, should we do about it here in the US?
Women in the US Foreign Service:
Unique Challenges, Distinctive Contributions
Ambassador Vicki Huddleston, Assistant Secretary of Defense for African Affairs in the Office of the Secretary of Defense
Wednesday, November 11 at 7 pm
Ambassador Huddleston has had a dynamic career in the US diplomatic corps. She is a former US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Africa; Ambassador to Madagascar and to Mali; Principal Officer of the US Interests Section in Havana; and Chargé d’Affairs ad interim in Ethiopia. Join us to learn what obstacles she has had to overcome, and the outstanding contributions that only women can make in the role of representing the US abroad.
Unique Challenges, Distinctive Contributions
Ambassador Vicki Huddleston, Assistant Secretary of Defense for African Affairs in the Office of the Secretary of Defense
Wednesday, November 11 at 7 pm
Ambassador Huddleston has had a dynamic career in the US diplomatic corps. She is a former US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Africa; Ambassador to Madagascar and to Mali; Principal Officer of the US Interests Section in Havana; and Chargé d’Affairs ad interim in Ethiopia. Join us to learn what obstacles she has had to overcome, and the outstanding contributions that only women can make in the role of representing the US abroad.
Travel with the World Affairs Councils!
The Peoria Area World Affairs Council frequently partners with the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia to offer unique travel tours to fascinating destinations around the world. Our trips and partner-travel opportunities offer all the highlights of touring plus access to local experts who give behind-the-scenes perspective, and provide opportunities for travelers to connect authentically with people across the world.
To learn more and register for upcoming trips, visit the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia website by clicking here.
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