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U.S. Foreign Policy Colloquium

Foreign Policy Colloquium provides Chinese students an opportunity to learn about the making and implementation of U.S. foreign policy from the experts themselves.

Established 2003; Upcoming Program Dates: June 2-5, 2010

Barnett-Oksenberg Lecture on Sino-American Relations

Held in memory of two giants in the China field, the annual Barnett-Oksenberg Lecture provides a forum in Shanghai to discuss Sino-American relations, arguably the most important bilateral relationship of this century.

Established 2005; last held February 21, 2008. Upcoming Program Dates: March 2, 2010

Roundtable Discussion with Ira Belkin

Ira Belkin, program officer on law and rights at the Ford Foundation in Beijing, shared his insights on trends in human rights and the rule of law in China. He also discussed how the Ford Foundation is currently working in these areas.

The Real Story of China in Africa: Discussion with Deborah Bräutigam

Deborah Bräutigam's new book, The Dragon's Gift: The Real Story of China in Africa, tackles the myths and explains the realities of China's Africa policy.

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Peter Hessler: Country Driving

Through three distinct stories, Peter Hessler tracks how the automobile and improved roads are transforming modern China in his new book.

Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at Idlewild Books, 12 W. 19th Street, NYC

Christine Loh Roundtable Discussion

The founder and CEO of Hong Kong think tank Civil Exchange addressed the economy, civil society, the Hong Kong government, and perceptions of Hong Kong today.

February 8, 2010

How China's Leaders Think: Discussion with Robert Lawrence Kuhn

The author provides an insider's view of China's changing political climate and the leadership's thoughts on trade, diplomacy, and more at a Jones Day Lecture Series event.

Tuesday, January 12, 2010 Reception: 5:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Program: 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.

CHINA Town Hall

Dozens of venues across the U.S. join live webcast with Assistant Secretary of State Kurt Campbell and host discussions of local interest with on-site China experts.

Established 2007; recently held Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at 8:00 p.m. EST

China and the U.S. Congress: Discussion with Congressman Rick Larsen

Congressman Rick Larsen shares his perspectives on Congressional views of China and potential China-related legislation. Congressman Larsen co-founded and co-chairs the bi-partisan U.S.-China Working Group, which educated members of Congress on U.S.-China issues through meetings with leaders from the United States and China.

October 20, 2009; 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Roundtable Discussion with Ambassador Wu Jianmin

Ambassador Wu Jianmin participated in a roundtable discussion moderated by National Committee President Stephen Orlins. Ambassador Wu discussed U.S.-China relations during the Obama administration.

September 9, 2009