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A Night of Insight and Engagement

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October 16 Event Draws Exceptional Participation

Cincinnati, OH – The Foreign Policy Leadership Council’s October 16 event and gathering proved to be one of the most dynamic and engaging evenings of the season. Held again at The Literary Club, the event brought together an impressive mix of members, guests, and many students from the University of Cincinnati’s Lindner College of Business for an evening filled with lively discussion, thought-provoking questions, and an outstanding dinner that set the perfect tone for meaningful exchange.

A Night of Insight and Engagement

October 16 Event Draws Exceptional Participation

Our featured speaker, Brigadier General Stephen N. Xenakis who came to visit us from Washington D.C., delivered a compelling and timely presentation examining the evolving role of the U.S. military in an increasingly complex global landscape. His insights sparked deep reflection and prompted an enthusiastic response from the audience, which included many U.S. Army Veterans. The event was skillfully moderated by FPLC Board Member, Mr. Joe Dehner, whose thoughtful guidance kept the discussion focused, engaging, and highly interactive throughout the evening.

Brigadier General Stephen N. XenakisThe atmosphere was both intellectually charged and very engaging, embodying the very spirit of the Council’s mission to foster thoughtful discussion on pressing international issues. The combination of seasoned perspectives from members and the fresh curiosity of university students made for a particularly dynamic exchange, one that many described as both enlightening and energizing.

The event was not only a testament to the strength of the FPLC community but also to the continued importance of dialogue across generations and disciplines in shaping a deeper understanding of global affairs.

The Council extends its gratitude to everyone who attended and contributed to such a successful night. Our next event is scheduled for Wednesday, November 12, and promises to deliver another engaging program focused on the topic of “Corporate Espionage.”

We look forward to welcoming both familiar faces and new participants for another memorable evening of insight and exchange.

Reshaping Trade in the Asia Pacific: What’s Next for the Biden Administration?

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Please join us for an FPLC special event with Wendy Cutler, Vice President of Asia Society and Former Acting Deputy US Trade Representative.

Wednesday, April 28 at 12PM (Noon) EST

Wendy CutlerWendy Cutler is Vice President at the Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) and the managing director of the Washington, D.C. office. In these roles, she focuses on building ASPI’s presence in the nation’s capital and on leading initiatives that address challenges related to trade, investment and innovation, as well as women’s empowerment in Asia.

She joined ASPI following an illustrious career of nearly three decades as a diplomat and negotiator in the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), where she also served as Acting Deputy United States Trade Representative. During her USTR career, she worked on a range of bilateral, regional and multilateral trade negotiations and initiatives, including the US-Korea Free Trade Agreement, the Trans Pacific Partnership, US-China negotiations and the WTO Financial Services negotiations. She has published a series of ASPI papers on the Asian trade landscape, and serves as a regular media commentator on trade and investment developments in Asia and the world.

Cutler received her master’s degree from Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service and her bachelor’s degree from the George Washington University.

Climate Change in the Post-Pandemic World

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Theresa Sabonis-HelfGrab your favorite beverage and join us for a live Happy Hour Webinar to discuss the impact that COVID-19 has had on global oil trade and climate change!  The environment has been a (short term) beneficiary of COVID-19. From altering supply chains, to collapsing oil prices, to mixing virtual and physical presence in the workplace, this discussion will examine the potential environmental impacts of how Americans are rethinking trade, work, and travel in the post-pandemic world.

Dr. Theresa Sabonis-Helf is the Inaugural Chair of the Science, Technology and International Affairs concentration in the Master’s Degree program at Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service. Prior to joining Georgetown, she was a Professor of National Security Strategy at the National War College in Washington DC.  She has lived and worked in seven countries of the Former USSR, has assisted two nations with the development of their first National Security Strategies, and has co-edited two volumes on Central Asia’s political and economic transition.  She has also published and lectured extensively on energy security, climate change policies, post-Soviet energy and environmental issues, regional water politics, regional trade and transit, and the politics of electricity.  She is a frequent advisor to the US Department of State and USAID and is also a member of the Council on Foreign Relations.

This FREE Live Webinar Event will be taking place on
Thu, July 9, 2020 from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM EDT