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SUMMARY:Year of Italy Launch
DESCRIPTION:Online registration is closed. \nFrom art and cuisine to politics and innovation\, there is much to learn about this year’s focus country\, Italy. In the months ahead\, we’ll explore Italy’s rich cultural heritage while also focusing on the role Italy plays in a modern\, interconnected world. \nJoin us at the Food Building in Northeast Minneapolis for a special reception as we launch our Year of Italy. The evening will feature complimentary Italian hors d’oeuvres\, music and a cash bar\, and will set the stage for a yearlong focus on our European partner. \nPresented in partnership with the Italian Cultural Center and the Honorary Consulate of Italy in Minneapolis.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/year-of-italy-launch/
LOCATION:Food Building\, 1401 Marshall St. NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413\, United States
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SUMMARY:Doing Business in Japan in Turbulent Times
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJoin us for a panel discussion on these developments and opportunities for Minnesota companies despite the turbulence. \nTopics will include: \n\nThe business climate in Japan\nThe U.S.-Japan relationship\nTrade tensions and treaties\nLegal\, tax\, and accounting issues\n\nREGISTER \n\nSpeakers and Panelists\nWendy Cutler\, Keynote Speaker\nVice President and Managing Director\, Asia Society Policy Institute\, Washington\, D.C. Office \nJim Southwick\, Panelist\nVice President\, Global Government Affairs\, Medtronic\, Inc. \nElisabeth Thorn\, Panelist\nDirector\, Sales & Marketing\, WR Medical/Therabath \nRyo Eguchi\, Panelist\nLeader of Japanese Deal Advisory Team\, KPMG \nChris Bercaw\, Moderator\nPartner\, Dorsey & Whitney LLP \n\nComplimentary parking available. Details here. \nIn 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.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/doing-business-in-japan-in-turbulent-times/
LOCATION:Dorsey & Whitney LLP\, 50 South Sixth St.\, Suite 1500\, Minneapolis\, 55402
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SUMMARY:Global Conversations ST. PAUL: Japan Matters for America - Japan Matters for Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:Online registration is closed. Walk-ins welcome. \nDid you know that Japan is the 2nd-largest foreign investor in Minnesota? Beyond the security relationship between the U.S. and Japan\, their relations are characterized by strong economic\, cultural\, and educational ties providing for greater friendship and mutual understanding between their two peoples. However\, what are the specific benefits the North Star State accrues from this robust alliance? \nJoin Global Minnesota and Sasakawa USA for a presentation and Q&A with Dr. Satu Limaye\, Vice President and Director of the East-West Center in Washington\, D.C.\, to learn more and discuss how Minnesota is impacted by and contributes to Japan and the overall international alliance. With expertise in Asia Pacific international relations; U.S.-Asia defense and security relations; and India’s foreign policy\, Dr. Limaye publishes and speaks on U.S.-Asia relations and is a reviewer for numerous publications\, foundations\, and fellowship programs. Previously\, he was a Research Staff Member of the Strategy and Resources Division at the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) and Director of Research and Publications at the Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (APCSS)\, a direct reporting unit of U.S. Pacific Command. \n\nSponsored by the Sasakawa Peace Foundation USA and members of Global Minnesota. Presented in partnership with Landmark Center and World Affairs Council of America. 
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/global-conversations-st-paul-japan-matters-for-america-japan-matters-for-minnesota/
LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 5th St. W\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102
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SUMMARY:Global Conversations MINNEAPOLIS: The U.S.-Japan Alliance in an Evolving Indo-Pacific
DESCRIPTION:Online registration is closed. Walk-ins welcome.  \nThe U.S.-Japan Alliance has underpinned Indo-Pacific security and prosperity for over seven decades. This security alliance has in turn led to cooperation and partnership between the two countries on political\, economic\, humanitarian\, and other issues emblematic of their shared values. Today\, the many facets of U.S.-Japan relations stretch across the United States. How strong are U.S.-Japan ties\, and how do they affect the United States? What is the current role of this alliance\, and how is it evolving in response to changing Indo-Pacific and global developments? Can U.S.-Japan relations develop in the future to the benefit of both countries? \nJoin us for a discussion to address these questions featuring former U.S. Director for National Intelligence and Commander of U.S. Pacific Command\, Admiral Dennis C. Blair (ret.)\, Chairman and Distinguished Senior Fellow at Sasakawa Peace Foundation USA\, and Dr. Satu Limaye\, Vice President and Director of the East-West Center in Washington\, who will discuss the significance of and possibilities going forward for the U.S.-Japan alliance. The Q&A portion of the program will be moderated by Liz Brailsford\, Chief Operating Officer at the World Affairs Councils of America. \nSponsored by the Sasakawa Peace Foundation USA and members of Global Minnesota. Presented in partnership with the Friends of the Minneapolis Central Library\, Hennepin County Library – Minneapolis Central\, and World Affairs Council of America. 
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/global-conversations-minneapolis-the-u-s-japan-alliance-in-an-evolving-indo-pacific/
LOCATION:Hennepin County Library – Minneapolis Central\, 300 Nicollet Mall\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55401\, United States
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SUMMARY:Culture Through Cuisine: Russia
DESCRIPTION:This event is SOLD OUT. \nThe vast cultural and geographic expanse of Russia and its close connections with Europe\, Asia\, and the Middle East contribute to the varied character of the country’s cuisine. From the beloved rural dishes made from simple ingredients to the refined culinary techniques of smoked meats and delicate dumplings\, Russian cuisine is distinct and reflects the different environmental\, social\, geographical\, and historical factors of the region. \nExperience a classic family-style Russian meal at Moscow on the Hill\, as we dine on handmade Siberian beef and pork pelmeni dumplings; fresh garden salad; grandma’s “golubtsy” meat and rice-filled cabbage rolls braised in rich tomato sauce with sour cream and fresh herbs; Moscow fries made from fried dill potatoes; and decadent white Russian tiramisu. Guests will receive one drink ticket for a glass of house wine and be entertained with a sampling of traditional Russian folk music. \nAlong with delicious food and conversation\, we’ll hear from Todd Lefko\, Chair of the Russian American Business and Culture Council\, on building strong ties between Minnesota and Russia. \nRegistration includes dinner\, non-alcoholic beverages\, black Russian tea\, tax\, and gratuity. Cash bar also available. Advance registration and prepayment required. \nEvent vouchers accepted. To register with a voucher\, please call us at 612.625.1662. You must bring voucher(s) to the event to redeem. \nPresented in partnership with the Russian American Business and Culture Council.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/culture-through-cuisine-russia/
LOCATION:Moscow On The Hill\, 371 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102
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