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Doing Business in Japan in Turbulent Times

September 18, 2019 @ 8:00 am CDT

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Japan is the world’s third-largest economy and remains one of the most reliable trade and investment partners for the United States. As two democracies accounting for 30% of the global economy, the United States and Japan could generate greater benefits for each other and beyond through closer cooperation. However, regional tensions are raising concerns about the economic stability in the region, and U.S. withdrawal from the Trans-Pacific Partnership has excluded U.S. businesses from preferential tariff and investment protections in Japan.

Join us for a panel discussion on these developments and opportunities for Minnesota companies despite the turbulence.

Topics will include:

  • The business climate in Japan
  • The U.S.-Japan relationship
  • Trade tensions and treaties
  • Legal, tax, and accounting issues

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Speakers and Panelists

Wendy CutlerKeynote Speaker
Vice President and Managing Director, Asia Society Policy Institute, Washington, D.C. Office

Jim SouthwickPanelist
Vice President, Global Government Affairs, Medtronic, Inc.

Elisabeth ThornPanelist
Director, Sales & Marketing, WR Medical/Therabath

Ryo EguchiPanelist
Leader of Japanese Deal Advisory Team, KPMG

Chris BercawModerator
Partner, Dorsey & Whitney LLP

Complimentary parking available. Details here.

In partnership with Dorsey & Whitney LLP, Japan American Society of Minnesota, KPMG LLP, Minnesota Trade Office, Sasakawa Peace Foundation USA’s “The Alliance Working in America” program, and the World Affairs Councils of America.

Details

Date:
September 18, 2019
Time:
8:00 am - 10:00 am
Cost:
Free

Organizer

Global Minnesota
Phone
612.625.1662
Email
info@globalminnesota.org
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Other

Check-in Time
7:30 am
Program Time
8:00 - 10:00 am

Venue

Dorsey & Whitney LLP
50 South Sixth St., Suite 1500
Minneapolis, 55402
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