The Asia x Austin International Summit returns in 2026! Attendees will hear from international trade experts and country representatives about business and investment opportunities in some of Asia’s most dynamic and robust markets. Agenda At-A-Glance Explore expanded session details below. VENUE: KODOSKY DONOR LOUNGE (12 - 9 pm) 12:00 - 1:45 pm Why Asia?: The […]
In its 14th year, the Texas-Europe Business Summit is the premier event for Texas businesses, entrepreneurs and economic development professionals seeking to expand their footprint in Europe. Texas is already the largest exporting state to the European Union. The Summit builds on that foundation, focusing on promoting the international trade capacity of Texas businesses while […]
From the Marshall Plan, the Louisiana Purchase, and the creation of the United Nations to the bombing of Nagasaki, Indian Removal Act, and the invasion of Iraq, U.S. foreign policy decisions throughout its 250-year history have had an immense impact in reshaping our nation and the world. James Lindsay, Senior Fellow at the Council on […]
Competition on critical rare earth minerals has moved to the forefront of the global geopolitical landscape with many policy leaders and industry experts contending that this issue could be the defining feature of the international security and economic system for decades ahead. In April 2026, the World Affairs Council of Austin in collaboration with the […]
Join the World Affairs Council of Austin along with others interested in geopolitics, political risk, and critical rare earth mineral issues to hear from St. Edwards University students as they present conclusions from their semester-long major projects on geopolitical risk. Given the turbulence in today’s world, governments & businesses are increasingly prioritizing assessing geopolitical risks […]
Members, please check your newsletter for registration details. Non-members may join by visiting our Membership page. March -- 5th at 11:00 am ONLINE Women in Power: Ambassador Susan Page | International Women’s Day // 17th at noon Asia x Austin Summit at SXSW // 31st at 8:30 am Annual Texas Europe Business Summit // 31st […]