2016 Elections Preview Briefing with Former Congressman James Walsh and Former Congressman Bart Gordon
On August 2, Keidanren USA hosted former Congressman James Walsh (R-NY) and former Congressman Bart Gordon (D-TN) from K&L Gates for a briefing titled, “2016 U.S. Federal Elections – The State of Play Post-Conventions.” They led a discussion on the current state and potentially far-reaching implications of the 2016 elections. Congressmen Walsh and Gordon provided (…)
Keidanren Summer Happy Hour
On July 29, Keidanren USA hosted an informal summer happy hour gathering. Guests included representatives from member companies in DC, Japanese Embassy personnel, members of Japanese media, and others. We look forward to hosting more of these informal events, and encourage you all to stop by our offices as often as you can.
Roundtable Discussion on Impact of TPP with Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) Research Staff
On July 28, Keidanren USA hosted Mr. Kyohei Yabu of JETRO’s Overseas Research Department in Tokyo and Mr. Atsushi Suzuki, Director of Research & Information Services in JETRO’s New York office for a roundtable event with member company DC representatives. Mr. Yabu gave a presentation on JETRO’s education and outreach efforts to companies in Japan, (…)
A Conversation with Japan Fair Trade Commission Chairman Kazuyuki Sugimoto
On July 13, Keidanren USA hosted Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) Chairman Kazuyuki Sugimoto for a roundtable event with member company DC representatives. Chairman Sugimoto was visiting Washington DC for bilateral meetings with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission and the Department of Justice. Chairman Sugimoto gave an overview of the international development and reach of (…)
Roundtable Discussion with Dr. Claude Barfield of the American Enterprise Institute
On July 8, Keidanren USA hosted a roundtable discussion with Dr. Claude Barfield, Resident Scholar at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI). Having just returned from Europe, Dr. Barfield shared his insights on the U.S. reaction to Brexit and its political/economic impact. Keidanren member companies actively questioned Dr. Barfield on such issues as the prospects for (…)
A Conversation with Minister Junichiro Kuroda (Embassy of Japan)
On July 1, Keidanren USA hosted an informal exchange with Mr. Junichiro Kuroda, Minister for Economy, Trade, Industry and Energy at the Embassy of Japan. Minister Kuroda shared his views on recent developments, such as the Brexit vote and the U.S. Presidential campaign. He then engaged with Keidanren member company representatives in a free flowing (…)
Briefing and Discussion with Mr. Reza Marashi of the National Iranian American Council
On June 29, Keidanren USA hosted a briefing and discussion with Mr. Reza Marashi, Research Director at the National Iranian American Council (NIAC). Mr. Marashi outlined where things stand one year after the Iran nuclear deal, including the current geopolitical environment, and prospects for economic reforms in Iran, as well as the potential for a (…)
Roundtable with Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Kurt Tong
On April 27, Keidanren USA hosted a policy roundtable discussion with Mr. Kurt Tong, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs at the Department of State. Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Tong discussed issues and priorities for the U.S.-Japan relationship within the broader framework of the administration’s East Asia policies, and (…)
Embassy of Japan U.S. Antitrust Law Seminar
On April 20, Keidanren USA hosted a seminar on U.S. antitrust law. The seminar was organized by the Embassy of Japan and held at our offices in collaboration with the Japan Commerce Association of Washington D.C. (JCAW). The first speaker, Ms. Lisa Phelan, Chief of Washington Criminal Enforcement Section I in the Antitrust Division of (…)
Breakfast Meet & Greet with Congressman Mark Takai (D-Hawaii)
On April 13, Keidanren USA hosted a breakfast meet & greet event with Congressman Mark Takai (D-Hawaii). Congressman Takai emphasized his close relationship with Japanese companies dating back to his days in the Hawaii state legislature. Member companies outlined their business presences and operations in Hawaii, and issues such (…)