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July 9 |
Under Secretary for International Affairs on "International Economic Policy in a Globalized World"
The Center for Strategic and International Studies cordially invites you to a keynote address by David H. McCormickUnder Secretary for International Affairs "International Economic Policy in a Globalized World" Opening Remarks by Charles W. Freeman III Freeman Chair in China Studies Center for Strategic and International Studies David H. McCormick is the principal advisor to Secretary Henry M. Paulson, Jr., the Secretary of the Treasury on international economic issues. Mr. McCormick oversees policies in the areas of international finance, trade in financial services, investment, economic development, and international debt policy. He also coordinates financial market policy with the Group of Seven industrialized countries. Today's international economic policy makers must address new economic challenges brought about by globalization and the rise of emerging markets. Global financial integration, for all its benefits, also brings with it financial threats as terrorist networks try to exploit global markets for illicit purposes. In response, the Treasury Department is evolving its mission and capabilities to address new challenges such as the threat of terrorist finance, the economic consequences of climate change, and the increasing integration of markets through globalization. In addition to reforms taking place within government, the international financial architecture must also adapt to reflect the changing balance of economic power. To RSVP for this event, please contact Savina Rupani at (202) 457-8719 or at srupani@csis.org
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June 4 |
China-Europe Relations: What Is at Stake for the United States?
AUDIO (mp3, 01:37:31) China-Europe Relations: What Is at Stake for the United States? Introduction to the report: China-Europe Relations: Implications and Policy Responses for the United States by Dr Bates Gill and Melissa Murphy
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May 28 |
Preparing for China's Urban Billion: A Research Report by the McKinsey Global Institute
AUDIO (mp3, 01:28:59) The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and The U.S. Chamber of Commerce present Preparing for China’s Urban Billion A Research Report by the McKinsey Global Institute
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May 6 |
Smart Power Speaker Series: "Superclass and Futurecast: A Conversation on Globalization"
AUDIO (mp3, 01:24:53) | VIDEO (wmv, 01:24:59) Who are the new leaders influencing economic and political agendas around the world? What will life be like in America, Europe, Japan, or China in the year 2020? Which countries will dominate the course of globalization? CSIS was pleased to host David Rothkopf, President and CEO of Garten Rothkopf and Visiting Scholar at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, and Robert Shapiro, Chairman of Sonecon LLC and former Undersecretary of Commerce, for a discussion on globalization. These international economic experts addressed these questions above and discuss their new books, respectively entitled, "Superclass: The Global Power Elite and the World They Are Making," and "Futurecast: How Superpowers, Populations, and Globalization Will Change the Way You Live and Work." Charles Freeman, Freeman Chair in China Studies at CSIS, chaired the session.
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February 21 |
Democracy in Taiwan: The Implications of the 2008 Taiwan Elections for Taiwan, China and the United States
View the Invitation for more information about this workshop.RSVP: http://www12.georgetown.edu/sfs/rsvp/asia
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February 6 |
Health Checkup for Beijing: Pollution and the Olympics
Keynote Speech by The Honorable James L. Connaughton Chairman, The White House Council on Environmental Quality
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January 30 |
Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade on "Economic Engagement with a Rising China"
Listen to the Audio (mp3, 0:51:36)Under Secretary Padilla will preview the Administration's stance on trade and economic relations with China for the coming year, focusing on responses to concerns of Congress and the general public about Chinese trade practices that affect U.S. interests. He will also discuss the challenge of strengthened economic integration with China and the need for the intelligent use of leverage given the dynamic political and economic context on both sides of the Pacific. He will answer questions from the audience after his speech.Under Secretary Padilla is responsible for leading the International Trade Administration, which participates in the development of U.S. trade policy; identifies and resolves market access and compliance issues; promotes American competitiveness and the strenth of U.S. companies in the global economy; administers U.S. trade laws; and undertakes a range of trade promotion and trade advocacy efforts. The International Trade Administration has more than 2,200 dedicated individuals posted at U.S. embassies and commercial offices around the world.
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January 23 |
An Insider's Look at the 17th CPC National Congress
Listen to the Audio (mp3, 1:15:28) Vice Minister Li Zhongjie, Deputy Director of the Party History Research Center of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and Member of the drafting group for the CPC Secretary-General Hu Jintao's work report delivered to 17th National Congress, delivered a speech entitled "An Insider's Look at the 17th CPC National Congress". The Honorable J. Stapleton Roy, Former U.S. Ambassador to China, introduced Professor Li. Mr. Charles Freeman, the Director for Freeman Chair in China Studies at CSIS, moderated the session.
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