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2015 OTC Week
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| 18th Annual Insight to MENA at OTC Welcome Reception |
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We are proud to announce the Bilateral Chamber’s annual Insight to MENA at OTC Reception. Taking place on May 4th, 2015,
this executive reception will mark our 18th year facilitating
successful connections between the foreign delegations, company leaders
and global and U.S. dignitaries who gather in Houston for the Offshore Technology Conference.
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Ambassador Insight Series: Kuwait
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Please join us on Tuesday, May 5th, 2015 for a briefing by The Honorable Douglas
A. Silliman, U.S. Ambassador to Kuwait. In addition to providing first hand insight into several key changes on commercial
and pro-FDI reforms, Ambassador Silliman will also offer an overview of
the political, economic and security situation in this important MENA
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Webinar on Opportunities & Challenges in the Oil & Gas Market: Saudi Arabia & Kuwait
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The Bilateral Chamber is pleased to support the U.S. Commercial Service’s webinar focused on oil and gas opportunities and challenges in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. Taking place March 11, 2015, this webinar will feature an overview of both countries' energy markets, current and future projects, trends, opportunities, best practices and available resources for U.S. companies interested in doing business in these strategic energy markets.
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Bureau of Industry and Security Seminars (BIS)
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Sponsored by the Houston District Export Council in cooperation with the Houston Export Assistance Center, the Bilateral Chamber invites you to attend two very timely seminars on industry and security:
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| Complying With The U.S. Export Controls March 11-12 |
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This two-day program is led by BIS's professional counseling staff and
provides an in-depth examination of the Export Administration
Regulations (EAR). The program will cover the information exporters need
to know to comply with U.S. export control requirements on commercial
goods.
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Encryption/Technology Controls
March 13
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This one-day program is led by BIS's professional counseling
staff and will provide detailed and hands-on training regarding export
and technology controls. |
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Direct Insight Series: AmCham Egypt Webinar
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In partnership with the AmCham MENA Regional Council, the Bilateral Chamber is proud to be hosting monthly Direct Insight Series webinars to expose multi-sector opportunities across the MENA marketplace. Featuring in-country expert presenters, these sessions will deliver timely insight to private-sector stakeholders looking to engage in the region’s commercial environment. Please join us at 9:00 AM CST on March 18 for the inaugural webinar featuring Mr. Hisham Fahmy, CEO, AmCham Egypt, and Mr. Tarek Tawfik, Deputy Chairman, Federation of Egyptian Industries.
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Education Insight Series: March 2015 Education Roundtable
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On March 26, the Bilateral Chamber invites you to participate in an education roundtable with Dr. Maya Durnovo, Associate Vice Chancellor of Economic Development and Entrepreneurial Initiatives, Houston Community College (HCC). As a leading member of the Houston education community, Dr. Durnovo will provide insight on the topic of “Driving innovation and Creativity in the 21st century.” To register, please email Ms. Lucy Girgawy or call +1 713 880 8168.
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Africa Insight Series: Ghana
Gateway to Africa
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Mr. John Brantley, Partner, Bracewell & Giuliani, LLP; Mr. Jack Webb, Honorary Consul General, Republic of Ghana; T.H. Dr. Ekwow Spio-Garbrah, Minister of Trade & Industry, Ms. Aida Araissi, Founder & CEO, Bilateral Chamber
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The Bilateral Chamber was honored to host a delegation led by The Honorable Dr. Ekwow Spio-Garbrah, Minister of Trade & Industry, Republic of Ghana. Held March 2-5, this roadshow was developed in coordination with the Ghanaian Embassy in Washington DC, and supported by HPI, LLC. While visiting Atlanta, Georgia and Houston, Texas, The Honorable Minister participated in a series of private meetings and public networking events designed to foster bilateral trade and investment.
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2015 Bilateral Model Arab League
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On February 21-22, the Bilateral Chamber hosted its 8th Annual Bilateral Model Arab League (MAL) at the University of Houston - Honors College. Student leaders from universities across the Southeast U.S. debated current national security, political, economic, and social issues facing the Arab World and crafted resolutions to address them. Santiago Echeverri of the Houston Community College - Honors College received an award for his outstanding role as Chair of the Council on Economic Affairs. The Council on Economic Affairs was recognized as Best Council, while University of Houston-Honors College received the award for Best Delegation for their outstanding representation of Lebanon.
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