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SUMMARY:The Middle East 2017: Game of Pawns
DESCRIPTION:The Middle East 2017: Game of Pawns\nAn Evening with Intelligence Analyst Avi Melamed\nCo-sponsored by the World Affairs Council of Connecticut and the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Hartford \nWhat forces are shaping today’s Middle East? Who really benefits from the existence of ISIS? How do Hezbollah\, Hamas\, and Iraq’s militias view their role? Intelligence analyst Avi Melamed will take you beyond the headlines and on a fascinating journey deep into the heart and minds of the big players. You’ll leave with a better understanding of the multidimensional\, multi-faceted reality of the Middle East today.\nAvi Melamed is the Salisbury Fellow of Intelligence and Middle East Affairs for the Eisenhower Institute\, a former Israeli Intelligence official and senior official on Arab affairs\, and an expert on current affairs in the Arab and Muslim world. His latest book\, Inside the Middle East: Making Sense of the Most Dangerous and Complicated Region on Earth\, was published in March 2016. Melamed is a frequent contributor to many news outlets\, including ABC News\, Bloomberg\, CNN\, NBC\, USA Today\, The Wall Street Journal\, Al Jazeera\, and BBC Arabic. His articles have also been published by Forbes\, The Hill\, Real Clear Politics\, and more.
URL:https://ctwac.org/event/the-middle-east-2017-game-of-pawns/
LOCATION:Infinity Hall\, 32 Front Street\, Hartford\, Connecticut\, 06103\, US
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SUMMARY:Ambassador of Pakistan\, H.E. Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry
DESCRIPTION:Pakistan and the U.S.: A Strategic Relationship in an Uncertain Era \nJoin us for a reception and discussion with His Excellency Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry\, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to the United States exploring the strength of the strategic partnership between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan\, as well as the challenges and opportunities that the future holds.  \n5:30 PM | Reception featuring light hors d’oeuvres and mocktails \n6:00 PM | Discussion\, followed by opportunity for audience Q&A \nParking is free! Set GPS for 385 Farmington Avenue\, Hartford\, Connecticut which will put you right at the driveway entrance to the Mark Twain House main parking lot. \nFor any questions\, please contact Amanda Jolly\, Program Director\, at (860) 241-6118 or ajolly@ctwac.org.
URL:https://ctwac.org/event/ambassador-of-pakistan-h-e-aizaz-ahmad-chaudhry/
LOCATION:Mark Twain House & Museum\, 351 Farmington Avenue\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
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SUMMARY:WACA 2017 National Conference: The Future of American Leadership
DESCRIPTION:For nearly three decades\, the WACA National Conference has brought World Affairs Council leaders and members to engage with top government officials\, diplomats\, business executives\, innovators\, journalists\, educators\, and students on the most pressing global issues and policy choices that impact our lives. \n​ \nBy attending this year’s WACA Conference in Washington\, DC\, you will benefit from: \n​ \n\n\nExpert opinions\, timely insights\, and audience dialogue about the United States’ role in the world \n\n\nAccess to extraordinary speakers\, thought leaders\, and ambassadors available for local Council programming \n\n\nBipartisan\, diverse\, and inclusive perspectives on the Administration’s “America First” philosophy \n\n\nVisits to think tanks and embassies; networking receptions and dinners \n\n\nProfessional development\, leadership training\, mentoring\, and peer-to-peer networking \n\n\n  \nFull event details including speakers\, agendas\, and hotel information can be found on the conference website.\n id=”comp-j4zumhjr_NewsPostsView_i6kgo8hd80_dup_i6kigfzs229_dup_i6qm3oyj323_dup_i6ruoykd73_dup_i721db34304_dup_i7ekcvww6_dup_i9ea8f64120_j4zumhkv_Array__0_0_0_positionInParent_default” class=” flex_vbox” data-reactid=”.0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$ngxoi_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-iqs9l13j.$inlineContent.$mediair4ol8hr4/=1$mediair4ol8hr4.$inlineContent.$comp-j4u2rvym.$inlineContent.$comp-j4zumhjr.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$0″>\n id=”comp-j4zumhjr_NewsPostsView_i6kgo8hd80_dup_i6kigfzs229_dup_i6qm3oyj323_dup_i6ruoykd73_dup_i721db34304_dup_i7ekcvww6_dup_i9ea8f64120_j4zumhkv_Array__0_0_3_positionInParent_last” class=” flex_vbox” data-reactid=”.0.$SITE_ROOT.$desktop_siteRoot.$PAGES_CONTAINER.$centeredContent.$inlineContent.$SITE_PAGES.$ngxoi_DESKTOP.$inlineContent.$comp-iqs9l13j.$inlineContent.$mediair4ol8hr4/=1$mediair4ol8hr4.$inlineContent.$comp-j4u2rvym.$inlineContent.$comp-j4zumhjr.$inlineContent.0.$child.$0.$inlineContent.$3″>
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LOCATION:Capital Hilton\, 1001 16th Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20036\, United States
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SUMMARY:Global Connections Luncheon with Ambassador of Italy\, H.E. Armando Varricchio
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT\nFor any inquiries\, please contact Program Director Amanda at (860) 724-2953 or ajolly@ctwac.org. \nJoin the World Affairs Council of Connecticut in hosting His Excellency Armando Varricchio\, Ambassador of Italy to the United States for a Global Connections Luncheon exploring the strength of the Italy-U.S. strategic relationship\, the challenges and uncertainty facing the European Union\, and the critical role that Italy plays in the region and in the world. \nHis Excellency Armando Varricchio\,\nAmbassador of Italy to the United States\nOn March 2\, 2016 Armando Varricchio presented his credentials as Ambassador of Italy to Washington\, where he had previously served as Head of the Economic\, Trade and Scientific Affairs Section\, from 2002-2006. Prior to this\, he held many high-ranking positions both within the Italian government and abroad. In particular\, he specialized in European and transatlantic affairs during his years at the Italian Representation to the European Union and at the Commission. Formerly Ambassador to Belgrade\, before that he served\, as a young diplomat\, in Budapest during the dissolution of the Warsaw Pact and the Soviet Union.\nWhile Diplomatic Advisor to the Presidents of the Council of Ministers Enrico Letta and Matteo Renzi\, and Deputy Diplomatic Advisor to the President of the Republic\, Giorgio Napolitano\, he handled some of the most delicate international dossiers\, with a particular focus on security issues. He has a specific expertise in the field of global issues\, as he served as Personal Representative (“Sherpa”)\, at G7/8 and G20 summits both at a national and a European level. \nDoors open at 11:30am for networking.\nLunch is served and discussion begins at 12:00pm\, followed by opportunity for audience Q&A. \nWith any questions\, please contact Program Director Amanda Jolly at (860) 241-6118 or ajolly@ctwac.org.
URL:https://ctwac.org/event/global-connections-luncheon-with-ambassador-of-italy-h-e-armando-varricchio/
LOCATION:Infinity Hall Hartford\, 32 Front Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06103\, US
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