Promoting Our Mission in the Age of COVID-19: U.S. Relations with Japan, Asia and the World

Tuesday, April 21, 4:00-5:00 PM ET

Discussion and Q&A

In the age of COVID-19-related restricted international travel and exchanges, U.S. non-profit organizations dedicated to promoting and strengthening U.S. relations with the rest of the world have an ever more important role to play and must overcome current challenges. Leaders of the Japan Society, Asia Society, and the World Affairs Councils of America will discuss their experiences and lessons-learned thus far in responding to the impact of COVID-19 in their respective communities. Tune-in to the webinar to learn what they are hearing from other countries about the current situation and their perspectives on COVID-19 implications for the future of U.S.-Japan relations, U.S. presence in Asia, and U.S. global leadership. 

Speakers:

Bill Clifford, President and CEO, World Affairs Councils of America

Ambassador Josette Sheeran, President and CEO, Asia Society

Moderator:

Dr. Joshua W. Walker, President and CEO, Japan Society

Admission:

This is a free event. You must register for the webinar to receive the login details. Registrants will receive a link to access the live webinar one day before the event.

If you have questions about the event, please contact us at info@japansociety.org.

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