The Starr Foundation

Briefing for New Members of Congress

rayadmin — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 12:57:27 -0500

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Past Programs: February 28, 2007; April 28, 2009, March 31, 2011, March 19, 2013.

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New Members of Congress Learn about the Current State U.S.-China relations

Date Inaugurated

March 19, 2013

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Freshmen members of Congress and members of the bi-partisan U.S.-China Working Group sit down with two former Secretaries of State to discuss the history of Sino-American relations and current issues affecting the relationship.

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Congressional Members Delegation

Katherine Forshay — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 13:12:02 -0500

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Established 1996; last held: January 2013.

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National Committee escorts Congressmen to China

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January 24, 2013 - January 31, 2013

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National Committee escorts Members of Congress to China for meetings with high-level officials and exploration of topics of mutual concern.

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Forecast of China’s Economy

marc berger — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 17:01:53 -0600

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Annually since 2010; next forum in January 2014

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Leading Chinese economists make predictions for the coming year

Date Inaugurated

January 7, 2013

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Many of China's most prominent economists gather at an annual forum at the New York Stock Exchange to discuss the PRC's key economic trends and prognosticate what the coming year will bring.

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Congressional Staff Delegations to China

Katherine Forshay — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 13:11:31 -0500

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Last held: April 17-25, 2013; next planned for August 2013

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U.S. Congressional staffers meet counterparts in China

Date Inaugurated

December 4, 2012 - December 13, 2012

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Committee organizes listening tours to China for Congressional staffers to get a clearer understanding of the country's accomplishments and challenges.

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CHINA Town Hall

Jon Lowet — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 13:39:19 -0500

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Established 2007; last held October 29, 2012

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A national day of programming, CHINA Town Hall connects public with China policymakers and specialists

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October 29, 2012

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Sixty venues across the U.S. will participate in the 2012 CHINA Town Hall

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Secretary Madeleine Albright will headline the 2013 national program, to be held October 28, 2013.

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Chen Guangcheng and Implications for U.S.-China Relations

lee anne shaffer — Wed, 02 May 2012 09:56:42 -0500

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Chen Guangcheng and Implications for U.S.-China Relations

Date Inaugurated

May 2, 2012

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In a conference call moderated by Stephen Orlins, Professors Jerome Cohen and David Lampton discuss the Chen Guangcheng situation and its impact on U.S.-China relations.

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The Fall of Bo Xilai and Its Significance

marc berger — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 16:58:24 -0500

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The Fall of Bo Xilai and Its Significance

Date Inaugurated

April 13, 2012

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Dr. Cheng Li discusses the political crisis surrounding Bo Xilai and his family, and its impacts on the Chinese leadership transition in the fall, in a conference call.

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Young Leaders Forum

Jon Lowet — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 10:44:30 -0500

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Established 2002; last held October 26-30, 2011.

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Young Leaders Convene in Snoqualmie, WA

Date Inaugurated

October 26, 2011 - October 30, 2011

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Group of highly accomplished “30-somethings,” half from the United States , half from China, build cross-cultural understanding and professional networks as they explore substantive issues and develop enduring friendships.

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Municipal Leaders Delegations

Jon Lowet — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:21:46 -0500

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Past Program Dates: June 15-25, 2007; September 6-14, 2008

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U.S. municipal leaders explore China’s urban development and green initiatives

Date Inaugurated

September 6, 2008 - September 14, 2008

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2007 Delegation included three mayors and two city council members

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Delegation of American mayors and other municipal leaders meet with Chinese government, business, and NGO leaders to share best practices in the field of green initiatives and sustainable urban development.

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Foreign Policy and Political Affairs Journal Editors Delegation to China

Jon Lowet — Mon, 05 May 2008 09:11:39 -0500

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Program Date: May 2-13, 2008

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Editors of foreign policy and political affairs journals get China education

Date Inaugurated

May 2, 2008 - May 13, 2008

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Six editors join for 11-day study tour of Beijing, Shanghai, and Taipei.

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Study tour for six editors from the United States to meet with the foreign policy community in Beijing, Shanghai, and Taipei.