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SUMMARY:International Business Coalition Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to hear an update from Lisa J. Kubiske\, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for International Finance & Development in the Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs for the U.S. Department of State.   \nA United States diplomat with experience in Latin America and China\, she served as the U.S. Ambassador to Honduras\, and Deputy Chief of Mission in Brazil and in the Dominican Republic.  Earlier assignments include: Western Hemisphere Economics Director at the State Department; Officer in the State Department’s Operations Center and Secretariat Staff; Investment Director and Negotiator at the United States Trade Representative’s Office; chief of the Economic-Political Section at the U.S. Consulate General in Hong Kong; as well as additional work in Shanghai and Mexico City.   \nWith gratitude to our hosts:
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/international-business-coalition-meeting-3/
LOCATION:BBVA Bank\, 1703 W. 5th\, Ste. 500\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ambassador,Americas,Asia,Business,Global Trade,International Trade Center,Luncheon Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170329T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170329T210000
DTSTAMP:20170306T062727Z
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SUMMARY:Austin Global Business Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Kozmetsky Center in collaboration with Munday School of Business and World Affairs Council of Austin will host an evening Austin Global Business Forum to discuss Austin’s expanding international business engagement.  Speakers will assess growth in Austin’s global business presence\, regional concentrations\, and potential for future expansion and development in specific industries and sectors.  Leaders from industry will share their perspectives on how individuals can best prepare for careers in an increasingly globalized business environment. \nThis program will feature representatives from the Office of the Governor of Texas\, Austin Business Journal\, and other professionals based in the local community with extensive experience in business and finance throughout various regions of the world. \nThe event will take place in Jones Auditorium on the St. Edwards University campus. \n 
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/austin-global-business-forum-for-career-planning/
LOCATION:St. Edwards University\, Jones Auditorium\,  3001 South Congress\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Africa,Americas,Asia,Business,educational,Europe,Global Business Series,Global Trade,Middle East
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170216T200000
DTSTAMP:20170115T042832Z
CREATED:20161231T002222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170115T042832Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit Opening for Visiting Ceramicist Kuniyuki Shashihara
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Austin-Oita Sister Cities Committee and the City of Austin\, an exhibit will feature works by master ceramicist Kuniyuki Sashihara from Oita\, Japan.  Mr. Sashihara will be in residence February 4-18th at the Dougherty Arts Center to create new work for his first U.S exhibitions.  He will also provide lecture-demo opportunities for the public at the Asian American Resource Center\, the Dougherty Arts Center and St. Edward’s University. \nNo RSVP required for this event at Tokyo Electron U.S. Holdings\, 2400 Grove Blvd\, Austin\, TX 78741.  This exhibit at TEL US will run through March 9\, 2017. \n  \nBiography: \nWith 35 years of working with clay\, Mr. Sashihara is known for his expressive and functional pottery.  He describes his current work as being “centered on functional pieces for everyday use\, however\, I experience joy in finding ways to express myself within the confines of this genre. I am inspired by the great masters who have come before me in terms of technique as well as the balance and overall style of my work. I also take inspiration from beautiful natural settings\, sculpture\, and paintings.” \nMr. Sashihara apprenticed in Saga Prefecture in the Arita Yaki style of pottery after graduating from university.  His work is celebrated throughout Japan in both group and solo exhibitions.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/exhibit-opening-for-visiting-ceramicist-kuniyuki-shashihara/
LOCATION:Tokyo Electron U.S. Holdings\, Inc.\, 2400 Grove Boulevard\, Austin\, TX\, 78741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,cultural,educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170211T120000
DTSTAMP:20170226T214716Z
CREATED:20161217T001344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170226T214716Z
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SUMMARY:Academic WorldQuest
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, Academic WorldQuest seeks to inform and engage high school teens and their teachers across the country in global affairs. More than 4\,000 students participate and test their knowledge of international affairs\, global current event issues\, and foreign policy. The winning high school teams at each local competition is invited to participate at the national contest in Washington DC.  Our competition consists of 10 rounds of 10 questions about specific global themes. \nSchools can register teams of 4 students in grades 9 – 12\, however; the contest is especially relevant to students in World Geography\, AP Human Geography and Economics. \nOur competition is scheduled for Saturday\, February 11th at Vandegrift High School\, 9500 McNeil Drive\, Austin TX 78750. \nAWQ is a terrific opportunity to engage your students in global affairs and compete against fellow high school students in the area.  We have had great success and participation in this event in past years and want to make it even bigger this year!
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/academic-worldquest-2/
LOCATION:Vandegrift High School\, 9500 McNeil Drive\, Austin\, TX\, 78750\, United States
CATEGORIES:Africa,Americas,Asia,cultural,educational,Europe,Middle East
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170202T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170202T093000
DTSTAMP:20170106T224153Z
CREATED:20170104T012542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170106T224153Z
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SUMMARY:Global Business Series: Malaysia Trade and Investment Briefing
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin’s International Trade Center is pleased to offer the Global Business Series: Trade and Investment Briefing on Malaysia featuring Mr. Chekib Akrout\, Senior VP at AMD and Mr. Haizril Rahman\, Director of the Malaysian Investment Development Authority in Houston.   RSVP HERE \nAgenda for meeting at BBVA Compass 1703 W. Fifth Street\, Suite 500 \n8:00 AM               REGISTRATION & NETWORKING \n8:30 AM               WELCOME REMARKS  by Martin Morales\, Commerical Banking Senior VP at BBVA Compass and Ben Ramirez\, VP of WACA \n8:40 AM               PRESENTATION by Haizril Rahman\, Director of MIDA HOUSTON \n8:55 AM               VIDEO PRESENTATION \n9:00 AM               PRESENTATION by Chekib Akrout\, Senior VP at AMD \n9:15 AM               Q&A \n9:30 AM               End of program \n\nAdditional industry sector information is available in the Malaysia Electric and Electronic Industry Update.\n\n\n\nChekib Akrout is senior vice president of the global operations and information technology organization at AMD. Akrout oversees teams responsible for global operations\, platform and product engineering\, and infrastructure and IT services. In this role\, Akrout is responsible for end-to-end yield\, costs\, quality\, and delivery of new AMD products to customers\, and optimizing business critical infrastructure and IT service/support. \nBefore joining AMD in 2008\, Akrout worked at Freescale Semiconductor as vice president and general manager of the Networking System Division where he focused on networking multi-core and Digital Signal Processing\, driving processor competitiveness in the networking markets.    Prior to Freescale\, he spent 23 years at IBM\, where his last assignment was vice president of Entertainment and Embedded Processor Development and was responsible for the Cell Project developed through a Sony/Toshiba/IBM partnership as well as Xbox 360 processor development for Microsoft and embedded PowerPC processors cores for SoC. \nAkrout holds a bachelor’s degree in physics from the University Pierre & Marie Curie in France\, and a doctorate in electronics and physics. \n\n\n\nHaizril Abd Rahman is the current Director of MIDA Houston and was appointed on November 7\, 2016. He joined the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) in 2008 as an Economics Affair Officer. He served in Electrical & Electronics Industries Division at MIDA headquarters in Kuala Lumpur\, Malaysia before being assigned to MIDA US office in Boston as the Deputy Director in 2014.  Haizril graduated from the University Tenaga Nasional\, Malaysia with a Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering. \nThe Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) is the government’s principal agency for the promotion of the manufacturing and services sectors in Malaysia. MIDA assists companies intending to invest in the manufacturing and services sectors\, as well as facilitates the implementation of their projects. The wide range of services provided by MIDA includes providing information on the opportunities for investments\, as well as facilitating companies which are looking for joint venture partners. \n\n  \nIn partnership with: \n\n \n\n\n\n            \n                \n      
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/global-business-series-malaysia-trade-briefing/
LOCATION:BBVA Bank\, 1703 W. 5th\, Ste. 500\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Business,Global Business Series,Global Trade,International Trade Center,Law and regulations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161208T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161208T130000
DTSTAMP:20161122T030106Z
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SUMMARY:International Business Coalition Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Central Texas International Business Coalition’s regular informational networking agenda will include great speakers and global trade updates. \nOur featured speaker this month \nArcie Jordan\, Partner at GARDERE\, will discuss the “Potential Effects of the 2016 Presidential Election on U.S. Investments in Mexico.” \n  \nRSVP HERE. \n  \nThe International Business Coalition (IBC) strives to develop international business in central Texas\, focusing its efforts on: \n\nAttracting foreign direct investment;\nEncouraging international business relocation to central Texas; and\nPromoting international trade among central Texas businesses.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/international-business-coalition-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Austin Chamber of Commerce\, 535 E. Fifth Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americas,Asia,Business,Europe,Global Trade,International Trade Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161025T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161025T100000
DTSTAMP:20161017T194732Z
CREATED:20150929T230908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161017T194732Z
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SUMMARY:Global Business Series: Successfully Entering Japan's IoT Market
DESCRIPTION:Is your company ready to reap the benefits of expanding into the world’s second largest technology market? Please join us as we welcome Mr. Eisuke Tsuyuzaki\, JETRO Japan Technology Advisor (Former CTO & VP\, Corporate Development at Panasonic North America) for an interactive discussion of Japan’s IoT industry. \nReceive an overview of current market trends and learn which industry sectors have the greatest growth opportunities for U.S. companies. \nPresentation topic areas include: \n\nCloud/Analytics\, Device/Network\, Smart City\nCase studies of U.S. companies that have successfully entered the Japanese IoT market\nResources available both here and in Japan to make seamless market entry\n\nAgenda for October 25\, 2016 \n8:00 AM  Registration & Networking Breakfast \n8:30 AM   IoT Seminar \n10:00 AM   One-on-one consultations  (contact keith_sanders at jetro.go.jp  to schedule your meeting) \nSeating is limited. Advance registration requested. Registration deadline October 18\, 2016
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/it-industry-briefing-how-to-successfully-enter-japans-tech-market/
LOCATION:Headliner’s Club\, 221 W. Sixth Street\,\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Business,educational,Global Trade,International Trade Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161013T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161013T130000
DTSTAMP:20161019T012926Z
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SUMMARY:International Business Coalition Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Central Texas International Business Coalition program will include great speakers and global trade updates.  Our featured speaker this month includes:\n \n  \nDarren Hutchinson\, Vice President\, Corporate Sales at World First.\n \nArun M. Kumar\, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Global Markets and Director General of the US and Foreign Commercial Services\, leads the trade and investment promotion efforts for the US Government.  He also serves as the International Trade Administration’s lead official advocating better market access for US exporters. Kumar has extensive global experience in the business world.  Prior to his nomination by President Obama\, he was a partner and member of the Board of Directors at KPMG\, LLP.  He led the firm’s West Coast Management Consulting practice serving major global clients while creating thought leadership to advance business practices in finance management.  He also founded and led KPMG’s US-India Practice.  Previously\, Kumar was a founding CEO and CFO of three Silicon Valley technology ventures.  \nWorld First is one of the world’s leading international payment companies\, helping over 100\,000 clients save money on their international exchange. Whether importing or exporting\, paying salaries overseas or making supplier payments\, exchange rates are critical and can impact your company’s bottom line. World First will offer insights regarding ways to protect your company earnings against economic factors such as Brexit by utilizing their FX solution tailored specifically for the needs of your business. \n  \nThe International Business Coalition (IBC) strives to develop international business in central Texas\, focusing its efforts on:  \n\nAttracting foreign direct investment;\nEncouraging international business relocation to central Texas; and \nPromoting international trade among central Texas businesses.\n\n 
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/international-business-coalition-meeting/
LOCATION:ACC Highland Business Center 2nd Floor Boardroom\, 5930 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Africa,Americas,Asia,Business,Europe,Global Trade,International Trade Center,Luncheon Series,Middle East
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160913T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160913T133000
DTSTAMP:20160908T164956Z
CREATED:20160908T141945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160908T164956Z
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SUMMARY:Ambassador Charles Rivkin on the Trans-Pacific Partnership: Opening the World's Most Dynamic Region to U.S. Business
DESCRIPTION:Please join the World Affairs Council of Austin and the U.S. Department of Commerce for a White House Business Council briefing on international trade with Assistant Secretary of State for Economic and Business Affairs Ambassador Charles H. Rivkin. This will be an opportunity for you to ask questions and provide advice about international trade policies and how they affect your business. \nCharles H. Rivkin began serving as Assistant Secretary of State for Economic and Business Affairs on February 13\, 2014\, and was sworn in publicly by U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry on April 15\, 2014. Rivkin leads the U.S. State Department bureau responsible for managing trade negotiations\, investment treaties\, business and commercial affairs\, economic sanctions\, transportation affairs\, telecommunications policy\, international finance and development related issues\, as well as intellectual property rights protection. In addition\, Rivkin provides guidance to the Department’s 1\,600 economic officers around the world and to the U.S. Mission to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). \nPrior to his appointment\, Rivkin served for more than four years as the U.S. Ambassador to France and Monaco\, leading America’s oldest and one of its largest diplomatic missions\, which contains six constituent posts throughout France and represents over 50 U.S. government agencies. Rivkin’s confirmation marks the first time a U.S. ambassador and former CEO has ever led the Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs. \nPrior to his government service\, Ambassador Rivkin worked in the media sector for over 20 years where he served as President and CEO of award-winning entertainment companies such as The Jim Henson Company and Wildbrain. Rivkin helped engineer the sale of The Jim Henson Company in 2000 for nearly $1 billion\, and in 2009\, he was named one of the 100 Most Creative People in Business by Fast Company. \nAmbassador Rivkin received his bachelor’s degree from Yale University in 1984\, graduating with distinction in political science and international relations. He received his M.B.A. from Harvard University in 1988. He was personally awarded the Légion d’honneur with the rank of Commander by French President François Hollande (2013)\, and received the city of Paris’ highest honor – la Grande Médaille de Vermeil de la Ville de Paris – from Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo (2015). \nEvent Partners: \n \n  \n \n  \n \n  \n \n  \n \n  \n \n 
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/trans-pacific-partnership-opening-the-worlds-most-dynamic-region-to-u-s-business/
LOCATION:BBVA Bank\, 1703 W. 5th\, Ste. 500\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ambassador,Asia,Business,Global Trade,International Trade Center
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160604
DTSTAMP:20160601T153835Z
CREATED:20160526T183541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160601T153835Z
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SUMMARY:Trade Mission to Asia with Austin Mayor Steve Adler
DESCRIPTION:Mayor Steve Adler is leading a delegation to Asia to explore trade and business opportunities in South Korea\, China\, Singapore\, and Taiwan. \nThe mayor will be meeting with government officials\, business leaders and touring sites to learn about best practices and innovative solutions to affordability and mobility and other issues that can be applied to solve problems in our city. \nThere is space for a small delegation of business representatives to join this delegation for all or parts of the trip. Representatives of the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce\, and the City of Austin’s Economic Development Department will facilitate one on one business meetings or site visits for a curated itinerary for selected businesses.   Specific areas of focus are: technology generally\, life sciences/medtech\, and entrepreneurship. \nSeoul July 5 – 9\nShanghai July 9 – 13\nSingapore July 13- 17\nTaichung July 17 – 19 \nPlease click here for detailed flyer. If you are interested in participating in this delegation and are able to commit to at least two cities on the itinerary\, please complete this online application prior to June 3rd.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/austin-mayor-steve-adler-trade-mission-to-asia/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Asia,Business,Global Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160502T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160502T143000
DTSTAMP:20160407T193314Z
CREATED:20160407T193314Z
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SUMMARY:Southeast Asia and Trans-Pacific Partnership Briefing
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce\, the World Affairs Council of Austin is pleased to host a visit by Margaret Hanson-Muse\, the Minister Counselor for Commercial Affairs for ASEAN.  Ms. Hanson-Muse will discuss doing business in the ten Southeast Asian countries. Ms. Hanson-Muse will cover profiles of the ten nations and discuss the top markets and best prospects for U.S. firms. Learn how to successfully enter or grow your presence in these markets and discover how the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement can improve market access for you. \nThe Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is an alliance of ten countries with rich business environments:  Brunei\, Darussalam\, Cambodia\, Indonesia\, Laos\, Malaysia\, Myanmar (Burma)\, Philippines\, Singapore\, Thailand\, and Vietnam. These countries have 630 million social media savvy consumers. ASEAN welcomes U.S. companies and provides a wide range of opportunities plus the chance to tap the rapidly developing digital economy. \nA limited number of one-on-one meetings with Ms. Hanson-Muse is available to seminar participants.  Once you register for the seminar\, you may request a private meeting before the presentation by contacting Karen Parker
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/southeast-asia-and-trans-pacific-partnership-briefing/
LOCATION:Asian American Resource Center\, 8401 Cameron Road\, Austin\, 78754\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Business,Global Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160428T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160428T130000
DTSTAMP:20160424T020651Z
CREATED:20160420T203453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160424T020651Z
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SUMMARY:Business Luncheon Featuring H.E. Pham Quang Vinh\, Vietnam's Ambassador to the USA
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the LBJ Presidential Library and the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce\, World Affairs Council of Austin members join key Austin business and community leaders at a private luncheon with the Ambassador of Vietnam to the USA.   The main objective of this luncheon is to promote a comprehensive US-Vietnam partnership\, of which key components are economic development\, trade\, and relationship-building with Texas-based companies across all business sectors. \nSince the establishment of the US- Vietnam bilateral trade agreement in 2001\, trade between the two countries has grown dramatically.  The United States and Vietnam have concluded a trade and investment framework agreement’ they also have signed textile\, air transport\, and maritime agreements.  The two countries\, along with other Asia-Pacific nations\, are part of the Trans-Pacific Partnership negotiations\, with the goal of concluding a high-standard regional free trade agreement. \nThis exclusive event is hosted by the Austin Chamber of Commerce\, the LBJ Presidential Library and the University of Texas at Austin as a special program of the Vietnam War Summit. \n  \nFor more information\, contact:   bramirez  (at) wacaustin (dot) org
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/business-luncheon-featuring-h-e-pham-quang-vinh-vietnams-ambassador-to-the-usa/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Ambassador,Asia,Business,diplomatic,Global Trade,International Trade Center,Luncheon Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160407T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160407T123000
DTSTAMP:20160418T170421Z
CREATED:20160418T170421Z
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SUMMARY:Mr. Zhang Xiangchen\, Deputy International Trade Representative for the People's Republic of China.
DESCRIPTION:Join World Affairs Council of Austin members for an exclusive presentation by Mr. Mr. Zhang Xiangchen\, Deputy International Trade Representative for the People’s Republic of China. \nMr. Zhang Xiangchen’s portfolio covers the Department of Foreign Assistance\, the Department of Outward Investment and Economic Cooperation\, the Department of American and Oceanian Affairs\, the Bureau of International Economic Cooperation\, China International Center for Economic and Technical Exchanges\, the Academy for International Business Officials\, China International Contractors Association\, China National Association of Engineering Consultants\, and China Cooperative Trade Enterprises Association. \nMr. Zhang Xiangchen worked successively as deputy director and director at the Department of International Trade and Economic Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation (MOFTEC)\, he became Deputy Director-General of the Department in Jul. 2000. He was appointed Deputy Director General of the Department of WTO Affairs and the China WTO Notification and Inquiry Center in Nov. 2001\, and was promoted to be Director General of the Department of WTO Affairs and the China WTO Notification and Inquiry Center in Apr. 2005. He was appointed Deputy Representative and Minister (DG-level) of China’s Permanent Mission to the WTO in Jun. 2008 and became Director General of the Department of Policy Research of the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) in Aug. 2011. He was appointed Assistant Minister and member of the CPC Leadership Group of MOFCOM in Aug. 2013 and was promoted to Deputy China International Trade Representative (vice-ministerial level) and member of the CPC Leadership Group of MOFCOM in April 2015. \n 
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/mr-zhang-xiangchen-deputy-international-trade-representative-for-the-peoples-republic-of-china/
LOCATION:Omni Austin Hotel at Southpark\, 4140 Governors Row\, Austin\, 78744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Business,Global Trade,International Trade Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160315T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160315T140000
DTSTAMP:20160307T054059Z
CREATED:20160307T052846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160307T054059Z
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SUMMARY:Content Korea Startup Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA)\, the World Affairs Council of Austin invites local business representatives to hear from and meet 12 Korean Startups from diverse industry sectors — education\, art\, fashion\, technology\, wellness\, and virtual reality. \nKOCCA (a government organization) provides a comprehensive support system to nurture the content industry\, with the aim of growing Korea’s content industry into a global leader. \nThe 12 INNOVATIVE\, CREATIVE and INTERESTING Korean Startups include: \n\nOPENGALLERY: Supplying artwork to individual and corporate customers through rentals or sales.\n\n\nBEECANVAS: A template-based collaborative tool that allows you to “Visualize Your Project.”\n\n\nClass123: A free and entertaining classroom management tool for teachers.\n\n\nMANSOLE: An innovative way to purchase your shoes.\n\n\nALIVE: A mobile video editing solution for 3D/AR.\n\n\nEnomad: The world’s smallest and smartest hydro power plant.\n\n\nWAY:  Analyzes skin & environment data to develop a personalized skincare service.\n\n\nZIKTO: A healthcare wearable that makes user’s life more balanced via context aware feedback technology.\n\n\nn.thing: An IoT technology company for smart homes\, gardening and farming.\n\n\nDAILYHOTEL: Last-minute hotel reservation service with unparalleled prices and simple UI.\n\n\nDoubleMe: We literally put you into Virtual Reality! – Holographic VR Experiences.\n\n\nJunimong: A platform for children around the world to communicate through art.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/content-korea-startup-roadshow/
LOCATION:The Four Horsemen\, 310 E. Sixth Street\, Austin\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Business,Global Trade
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160229T104500
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SUMMARY:Business Briefing on China Featuring John Frisbie
DESCRIPTION:China represents one of central Texas’ strongest trading partners.  Join the World Affairs Council of Austin as we welcome John Frisbie\, President of the US-China Business Council (USCBC).  Mr. Frisbie will discuss the economic climate in China and address the best prospects for Texas business.   PLEASE RSVP to Ben Ramirez. \n  \nJohn Frisbie has more than 25 years of experience in business and government relations with China\, including nearly 10 years living and working in Beijing. \nFrisbie started his career with USCBC in 1986\, first working in USCBC’s Washington\, DC\, office\, then as director of China Operations in Beijing from 1988-93. He joined the General Electric Co. (GE) in 1993 as director for Business Development in China for the company’s diverse set of businesses and then moved to Singapore to assume Asia-wide positions for two GE business units. \nFrisbie repatriated to the United States in 2000\, joining the trade consulting practice established by former US Secretary of Commerce Mickey Kantor at Mayer\, Brown\, Rowe & Maw LLP. \nFrisbie’s China background includes joint-venture negotiations\, trade and investment consulting\, policy analysis and advocacy\, US and PRC government relations\, and media relations. He has spoken at numerous conferences and events and authored reports and articles in the China Business Review\, USCBC’s magazine\, and in other journals such as Current History\, as well as opinion articles in publications such as the Financial Times and the Journal of Commerce. \nFrisbie received his BA and MBA degrees from the University of Texas at Austin. He received several National Resource Fellowships for language study and is fluent in Mandarin Chinese. \nWith gratitude to our partners: \n                                 \n  \n        \n 
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/business-briefing-on-china-featuring-john-frisbie/
LOCATION:Austin City Hall\, 301 W. Second Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Business,Global Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160121T113000
DTSTAMP:20160220T035833Z
CREATED:20160110T182336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160220T035833Z
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SUMMARY:Business Viewpoint of the TPP and other Trade Agreements
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the U.S. Department of Commerce\, the Texas Camino Real District Export Council offers a seminar explaining how business representatives may take advantage of opportunities made available by the Trans-Pacific Partnership\, and other U.S. Trade Agreements. \nConfirmed speakers include: \nArun Kumar  \nDirector General of the U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service and Assistant Secretary for Global Markets\, U.S. Department of Commerce \nLeslie Griffin  \nUPS Senior Vice President\, International Public Policy \nAndy Wall \nApplied Materials \nMark MacBeath \nBioo Scientific \n  \nRSVP with your name\, business affiliation and contact information to: Nick Kirby   njkirby (at) ups.com
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/business-viewpoint-of-the-tpp-and-other-trade-agreements/
LOCATION:UT McCombs School of Business\, 2110 Speedway Room GSB 3.104\, Austin\, TX\, 78712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Business,Global Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150212T210000
DTSTAMP:20160220T050032Z
CREATED:20150711T212803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160220T050032Z
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SUMMARY:Austin International Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin presents a fun event for world affairs-minded people like you! \n On February 12 we will be holding Austin International Trivia Night. Have fun and show off your skills in geography\, current events\, global affairs\, world leaders and international culture. We will have prizes for our 1st\, 2nd and 3rd place winners. \nWe are co-hosting this event with Austin International School (located at 4001 Adelphi Lane\, Austin\, TX 78727) on Thursday\, February 12\, 2015\, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Your $10 entry fee (payable by cash or check at the door) will help support the cost of sending a team of Austin-area high school students to the national Academic World Quest competition in Washington\, DC. So come alone or gather your friends and bring a team for this great event.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/austin-international-trivia-night/
LOCATION:Austin International School\, 4001 Adelphi Lane\, Austin\, TX\, 787\, United States
CATEGORIES:Africa,Americas,Asia,cultural,educational,Europe
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