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The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is proud to announce that they will be hosting an Iftar dinner held on August 7th at the Hyatt Regency Houston. Featured guests will include Nancy Pelosi, the first Muslim American elected to Congress Keith Ellison, and Houston's Sheila Jackson Lee. This Ramadan event will provide our community the unique opportunity to network with leaders as well as share in the rich culture and tradition of Islam.
For more information and to register, please go to www.dccc.org/iftar
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Libya from the Front Lines: Intelligence Briefing
August 9, 2011 | 8:30am - 10:00am | Houston, TX
August 11, 2011 | 8:30am - 10:00am | Washington, DC
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The Bilateral US-Arab Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that Richard Ayton, Stabilization Advisor to the British Special Representative to Libya, will provide us with an exclusive firsthand account on the current state of Libya. He was deployed in early April 2011 to Benghazi to support policy-makers with analysis and insight based on deep engagement at all levels of the National Transitional Council and revolutionary militias. He has briefed widely within government and the private sector on the challenges facing the NTC and issues related to licensing and business in Libya during the transitional period.
For more information, click here or contact Amanda Dramberger at Amanda@bilateralchamber.org
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The Bilateral US-Arab Chamber of Commerce is pleased to invite you to a business briefing with the newly appointed Ambassador of the United States to Qatar, the Honorable Susan L. Ziadeh. Ambassador Ziadeh will share her insights on the Middle East and her plans to foster the important bilateral relationship between the United States and Qatar. Her extensive experience in the Middle East include her role as Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and prior positions of Official Spokesperson at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq, and Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Manama, Bahrain.
A recipient of the U.S. Department of StateÂ?s Superior Honor Award numerous times, she was also awarded the 2008 Edward R. Murrow Award for Excellence in Public Diplomacy. Ambassador Ziadeh earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Washington, a Master of Arts from the American University of Beirut, a Master of Science in National Security Studies from the National War College, and a doctorate in History from the University of Michigan.
Please note that there is limited seating for this program and registration is required to attend.
For more information, click here or contact Amanda Dramberger at Amanda@bilateralchamber.org
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2011 World Trade Soirée
August 27, 2011 | 7:00pm - Midnight
Hotel ZaZa, Houston, TX
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The Greater Houston Partnership is proud to announce the annual World Trade Soirée. It is an amazing night that showcases the Houston region as an epicenter of international business and influence. Drawing more than 600 of the area�s global commerce, government and economic development leaders, this salute to international trade also hosts our Consular Corps. Enjoy an evening of diverse dinner stations, international entertainment and casino gaming. Hosted at Hotel ZaZa, each room transforms into a continent of our global exchange.
For more information, email ksmith@houston.org or go to www.houston.org/soiree
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Islamic Finance Forum
September 21, 2011 | 8:00am - 3:30pm
Washington, DC
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In partnership with the US-Qatar Business Council, The Bilateral US-Arab Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the new date for the 2nd Annual Islamic Finance Forum. This informative program will familiarize participants with Shari'ah - compliant finance, providing an in-depth look at Islamic Financing with emphasis on the U.S. economy.
For questions regarding registration, sponsorship or speaking opportunities you may contact Amanda Dramberger at Amanda@bilateralchamber.org