Roundtable Discussion with Professor Jun Arima
On September 9, Keidanren USA hosted Professor Jun Arima of the University of Tokyo’s Graduate School of Public Policy, and Executive Senior Fellow at the 21st Century Public Policy Institute, during his visit to Washington DC from Japan. Professor Arima updated member companies on Japan’s energy and climate change issues in the wake of the (…)
A Conversation with the Hon. Shuhei Kishimoto and Ms. Kaori Iida
On August 30, Keidanren USA hosted the Honorable Shuhei Kishimoto, Member of the Japanese House of Representatives, and Ms. Kaori Iida, Senior Editor of NHK’s Economic News Division, for an informal conversation. Member company representatives engaged in dialogue on such issues as the upcoming Democratic Party leadership election in Japan, the prospects for TPP, and (…)
Roundtable Discussion with Mr. Robert Azar on Bridging Japanese and American Business Cultures
On August 29, Keidanren USA hosted Mr. Robert Azar, President & CEO of Asia Strategic Advisors LLC, for a roundtable event titled “Improving Workplace Productivity & Relations by Bridging Japanese and American Business Cultures.” Mr. Azar gave a presentation based on his new book, “Navigating Japan’s Business Culture – A Practical Guide to Succeeding in (…)
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 (…)