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SUMMARY:Far East\, Deep South Film Viewing at Tulane
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in New Orleans on Feb. 7th for an in-person film viewing and discussion with the author of the film\, Far East Deep South. If you will be joining us for the light reception\, please email contact@usheartlandchina.org with your RSVP status.
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/far-east-deep-south-film-viewing-at-tulane/
CATEGORIES:Cultural Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230216T170000
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CREATED:20230203T051419Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event: The Dragon Roars Back
DESCRIPTION:There is an ancient Chinese proverb that says “a group of dragons with no leader has no power at all.” When examining the current state of Chinese foreign policy\, analyzing the civilization’s long history of complex political events\, processes\, and players is necessary to understand both the country’s ascendance and current leadership. \nJoin USHCA for our first author event of 2023\, as we invite Dr. Suisheng Zhao to discuss his latest book “The Dragon Roars Back: Transformational Leaders and Dynamics of Chinese Foreign Policy.” Dr. Zhao is a Strategic Advisor for the U.S. Heartland China Association. He is also an established voice in U.S.-China relations and has a long history in political science academic circles. He is currently a Professor at the University of Denver and Director of the Center for China-US Cooperation at Josef Korbel School of International Studies. \nClick here to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6516742263160/WN_JTi1ZgTyRx26MnlqI515Nw
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/author-event-the-dragon-roars-back/
CATEGORIES:Author Events,Way Forward Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T200000
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CREATED:20230214T224758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T225148Z
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SUMMARY:New Year\, New Opportunities: Business Success in China
DESCRIPTION:China’s reopening after three years of zero COVID policy is set to restore growth optimism among businesses. As travel resumes and sales bounce back\, businesses are expecting a brighter outlook this year. To add to this momentum\, the Chinese government has also signaled its renewed focus on economic growth. In the post-COVID reality\, how could businesses capture emerging opportunities in China while navigating the Chinese unique business environment? To provide members with insight on doing business in China in 2023\, AmCham Shanghai and the United States Heartland China Association (USHCA) are co-organizing a webinar with China-based executives on how to succeed in China’s new business environment. The webinar includes a panel discussion with Eddy Chan (Fedex China President)\, Eric Zheng (AmCham Shanghai President)\, and other U.S.-China business leaders. \nThis is an off-the-record webinar and limited to members only of AmCham Shanghai and USHCA. \nClick here to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6516732911897/WN_5j6OH1AiQ6KAncjjekJrsA
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/new-year-new-opportunities-business-success-in-china/
CATEGORIES:Business in China
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ORGANIZER;CN="United States Heartland China Association":MAILTO:webinars@usheartlandchina.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230404
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SUMMARY:2023 U.S.-China Agriculture Roundtable Opening Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Invitation-only\, in-person. Please email contact@usheartlandchina.org for inquiries. \n  \nJoin us for the virtual Think Tank\, Agriculture Education\, and Trade and Business dialogues. Dates coming soon.
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/2023-u-s-china-agriculture-roundtable-opening-ceremony/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture Roundtable
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230628T100000
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SUMMARY:Governor Holden Presenting at the International Affairs Class - Missouri Boys and Girls State
DESCRIPTION:On June 28th…
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/governor-holden-presenting-at-the-international-affairs-class-missouri-boys-and-girls-state/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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SUMMARY:Globalization of RMB & The Future of International Trade
DESCRIPTION:What are the challenges and opportunities of the Chinese efforts to develop the yuan as an international trade standard versus the dollar? \n\nUSHCA is excited to bring two leading experts Diana Choyleva\, Chief Economist at Enodo Economics\, and David Dollar\, Senior Fellow for Foreign Policy – John L. Thornton China Center at the Brookings Institute\, to speak about their views on the outlook and the timing of such a roll out and the globalization of RMB’s impact on international trade—especially agricultural trade—and how the other countries\, including the U.S.\, may counter. \nClick here to view the event page for more information –
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/globalization-of-rmb-the-future-of-international-trade/
CATEGORIES:Way Forward Webinars
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SUMMARY:2023 U.S.-China Educational Exchange Convening
DESCRIPTION:U.S.-China Educational Exchanges have brought tremendous benefits to both countries in the past four decades. But\, growing geopolitical tensions have upended traditional models of exchange in many ways. College and university leaders\, who have played a fundamentally important role in developing positive relationships between these two nations for decades\, are especially aware of the importance of positive communications\, productive dialogues\, and continued educational exchanges between the world’s two largest economies for their communities\, institutions\, faculties\, and students. \nUSHCA’s annual convening of education leaders allows for candid discussion among peers regarding the challenges and opportunities of U.S.-China Educational Exchanges. 2023’s convening will be hosted by Eastern Michigan University (Ypsilanti\, Michigan) on August 10 & 11\, 2023. The event will bring together education leaders and decision makers from both countries to explore the next chapter of U.S.-China Educational Exchanges. \nThis is an invitation-only event. To inquire about participating\, please contact Katherine Newton at katherine.newton@usheartlandchina.org or call 346.622.3829.
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/2023-u-s-china-educational-exchange-convening/
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ORGANIZER;CN="United States Heartland China Association":MAILTO:webinars@usheartlandchina.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230815T190000
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SUMMARY:De-Risk of the U.S.-China Relationship
DESCRIPTION:Beginning in the early 1990’s\, the US Government actively encouraged the development and growth of a relationship with China. These policies were supported by the interests of both American businesses and academics.  In addition to direct economic interest\, that relationship was driven by the expectation that robust economic ties would lead to “convergence” of the two economies through intensive economic and cultural engagement. \nIn recent years\, the two nations have not become much alike and today confront growing tensions in their relationship. These tensions have reached a sufficient level for policymakers and government officials to argue in favor of “de-risk” or the termination of the mutually beneficial economic relationship to contain China’s growth particularly in high tech regime and global leadership. Advocates for de-risk have become increasingly vocal and enjoy great support in the US Congress and Administration. \nThe US now faces a major policy challenge to surrender to pressure to end or limit the US-China economic relationship or to continue along the current path to continue to secure the substantial economic benefits and\, possibly\, mitigate future conflict through continued shared interest. \nWe have three speakers who will discuss various issues related to the possible de-risk of the US- China relationship as the two nations enter a period of intense competition. \n\nEd Monser\, a business practitioner\, will talk about business impact of the de-risk of the US-China relationship.\nJoel Glassman\, a retired international education administrator and political scientist who specializes in US-China relations\, will speak about the foreign policy and national security challenges confronting China and the US.\nHung-Gay Fung will talk about implications of the trade and investment policies in recent years that give rise to triggering the de-risk of the US-China relationship.
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/de-risk-of-the-u-s-china-relationship/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="United States Heartland China Association":MAILTO:webinars@usheartlandchina.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230823T190000
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SUMMARY:The Tyranny of Merit: A Discussion with Michael Sandel
DESCRIPTION:Elite universities are often seen as meritocratic institutions that enable students to rise as far as their effort and talents will take them. Is this the case\, or does the intense competition for admission reproduce privilege?  If everyone had a truly equal chance to compete\, would the winners deserve their admission?  Should success in life depend on attending an elite college or university? Is meritocracy a remedy for inequality or a justification of it? \nOn August 23rd\, USHCA’s student-led forum will return to discuss these questions raised by Michael Sandel\, renowned Harvard professor\, in his book The Tyranny of Merit: Can We Find the Common Good?
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/the-tyranny-of-merit-a-discussion-with-michael-sandel/
CATEGORIES:Student Events
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230815T181115Z
UID:10000120-1694419200-1694422800@usheartlandchina.org
SUMMARY:Author Event: The New China Playbook: Beyond Socialism and Capitalism by Keyu Jin
DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear from Dr. Keyu Jin\, whose recently published book – The New China Playbook: Beyond Socialism and Capitalism – is already causing a stir and bringing new insights to those who would like to better understand the China of today. A Chinese economist educated both in the U.S. and China\, Dr. Jin is currently an associate professor of economics at the London School of Economics and a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader. She specializes in international macroeconomics and the Chinese economy. This special event is made possible through the collaborative efforts of the US Heartland China Association\, Global Minnesota\, and the China US Exchange Foundation. \n“Keyu Jin is one of the most extraordinary young economists I have ever encountered.”  –Larry Summers\, Former Secretary of the Treasury and President of Harvard
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/author-event-the-new-china-playbook-beyond-socialism-and-capitalism-by-keyu-jin/
CATEGORIES:Author Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240207T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240207T193000
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CREATED:20240205T204335Z
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SUMMARY:Chinese Americans in the Heartland
DESCRIPTION:Chinese-Americans play an important role in the U.S.-China relationship. Understanding who we are as a country is a crucial first step to the U.S. building a better Way Forward with China. Literally and metaphorically\, the infrastructure of our Heartland region is built on the backs of Chinese-Americans – a sociological history that has been largely ignored. \nBut how have we gotten here as a country? Who are the Chinese-Americans in the Heartland region and how did they get where they are today? How does a better understanding of our nation and our history impact our relationships abroad? All of these questions and more will be discussed with Dr. Huping Ling and the Chinese-American Museum of Chicago in a special USHCA Author Series event this February.
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/chinese-americans-in-the-heartland/
CATEGORIES:Author Events,Cultural Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T120000
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CREATED:20240205T205442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T205442Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Prospects for U.S. Ties with China: “Are we partners or are we adversaries?”
DESCRIPTION:Three members of the USHCA’s leadership had the honor to be invited to a small “old friends” reception to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in San Francisco on November 18\, 2023\, the same day that President Biden and President Xi met on the sidelines of the APEC meetings. Following that small gathering\, the USHCA representatives then joined close to 200 guests from around the U.S. to attend an exclusive dinner at which President Xi delivered a significant speech in which he shared China’s openness to cooperation and posed a crucial question: “Are we partners or are we adversaries?” \nThe Biden-Xi meeting and the special reception and dinner on that day have led to many recent positive developments in U.S.-China relations. In this webinar\, Susan Thornton\, USHCA Vice-Chair\, and one of the leading American experts on China\, will lead a discussion about the 2024 prospects for U.S.-China ties based on their takeaways from the San Francisco meetings and their other interactions with U.S. and Chinese counterparts.
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/2024-prospects-for-u-s-ties-with-china-are-we-partners-or-are-we-adversaries/
CATEGORIES:Way Forward Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T213000
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CREATED:20240329T183512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T184415Z
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SUMMARY:New Horizons: Navigating US-China Educational Exchanges
DESCRIPTION:Since the normalization of US-China bilateral relationship 45 years ago\, educational exchanges have brought many benefits to both countries. Even though the pandemic and geopolitical tensions have significantly hindered two-way exchanges during the last three years\, the overall environment is improving. Last November\, leaders of both countries reaffirmed their commitment to continue supporting people-to-people exchange at their meeting in San Francisco\, where Chinese President Xi Jinping boldly announced the goal of welcoming 50\,000 American students to visit China in the next 5 years. This announcement has created much excitement among educators and community leaders. \nPlease join us in this special online event that brings together leaders dedicated to expanding US-China educational exchanges for a timely discussion on the new opportunities and challenges ahead. \nThis program is a collaboration between the US Heartland China Association and China Institute in America.
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/new-horizons-navigating-us-china-educational-exchanges/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240409T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240409T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T064944
CREATED:20240329T185145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T185146Z
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SUMMARY:2024 CHINA Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:CHINA Town Hall is two-part program that provides a snapshot of the current U.S.-China relationship and examines how that relationship reverberates at the local level – in our towns\, states\, and nation\, connects Americans around the country with U.S. policymakers and thought leaders on China. USHCA’s 2024 CHINA Town Hall program will start on Tuesday\, April 9th\, at 5 PM CT\, with featured speaker Dr. Kurt Campbell\, Deputy Secretary of State and Dr. Ketian Zhang\, Assistant Professor at George Mason University\, as the local speaker and will be moderated by Dr. Jack Zhang at the University of Kansas. Click here to register to attend.
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/2024-china-town-hall/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Virtual Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="United States Heartland China Association":MAILTO:webinars@usheartlandchina.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T064944
CREATED:20240329T184301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T184302Z
UID:10000126-1713297600-1713301200@usheartlandchina.org
SUMMARY:Green Alliances: Cultivating US and Chinese Climate Leadership
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. China Agriculture Roundtable has grown to be the most broad-based bilateral dialogue platform around agriculture\, drawing leaders spanning government\, trade\, business\, education\, and think tanks from both countries. \nThe upcoming 4th annual Roundtable will further strengthen bilateral collaboration and people-to-people friendships around agriculture. We are excited that two leading experts\, Dr. Jennifer Turner and Dr. Karen Mancl of the Wilson Center will be joining us for our 2024 Think Tank Dialogue in Beijing on June 12th. The Wilson Center and the Ohio State University recently published a report to illustrate the complex climate footprint of U.S. and Chinese agriculture and highlight opportunities for bilateral cooperation on policies\, projects\, and strategies to reduce agriculture’s climate footprint. \nAt this talk\, Dr. Turner and Dr. Mancl will discuss possible paths forward for climate and food collaboration between the United States and China. We will also hear from leading professionals in agrifood sciences and agricultural studies.
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/green-alliances-cultivating-us-and-chinese-climate-leadership/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="United States Heartland China Association":MAILTO:webinars@usheartlandchina.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T213000
DTSTAMP:20260407T064944
CREATED:20240509T214837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T214837Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Third Space Story Circle
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URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/spring-third-space-story-circle/
CATEGORIES:Student Events,Third Space Story Circle
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ORGANIZER;CN="United States Heartland China Association":MAILTO:webinars@usheartlandchina.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240829T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240829T213000
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SUMMARY:From Heartland to Mainland: Reflections and Insights Pt. 1
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special webinar\, “From Heartland to Mainland: Reflections and Insights from the 2024 U.S.-China Agriculture Roundtable – Part 1 \,” where delegates who traveled to China to attend the 2024 U.S.-China Ag Roundtable will share their reflections and insights from their recent travels. \nAs delegates of two American delegations organized by USHCA – the Ag & Food Business Delegation and the Ag Education Delegation – they had a front-row-seat opportunity to observe and explore the impact of US-China collaboration around agriculture as they traveled through Shanghai\, Hefei\, Jinan\, Binzhou\, Weifang\, Beijing\, and Xi’an. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear the firsthand experiences of participating business leaders\, growers\, university faculty\, and students as they delve into the complexities and opportunities in U.S.-China agricultural collaboration and the realities of on the ground engagement.
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/from-heartland-to-mainland-reflections-and-insights-pt-1/
CATEGORIES:Business in China
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T093000
DTSTAMP:20260407T064944
CREATED:20240909T201430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T201654Z
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SUMMARY:From Heartland to Mainland: Reflections and Insights - Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Part 2 of our special webinar series\, where delegates who traveled to China to attend the 2024 U.S.-China Ag Roundtable will share their reflections and insights from their recent travels. \nAs delegates of two American delegations organized by USHCA – the Ag & Food Business Delegation and the Ag Education Delegation – they had a front-row-seat opportunity to observe and explore the impact of US-China collaboration around agriculture as they traveled through Shanghai\, Hefei\, Jinan\, Binzhou\, Weifang\, Beijing\, and Xi’an. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear the firsthand experiences of participating business leaders\, growers\, university faculty\, and students as they delve into the complexities and opportunities in U.S.-China agricultural collaboration and the realities of on the ground engagement.
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/from-heartland-to-mainland-part-2/
CATEGORIES:Business in China,Virtual Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="United States Heartland China Association":MAILTO:webinars@usheartlandchina.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T170000
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CREATED:20240806T195454Z
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SUMMARY:Yangtze-Mississippi Regional Dialoge
DESCRIPTION:The Yangtze River in China and Mississippi River in the U.S. are the most significant inland waterway of their respective countries. Both rivers cross a vast distance touching diverse communities and supporting major industries. Both river basin communities are experiencing similar climate change challenges such as drought\, flood\, pollution\, and many more.  \nHistorically\, the two river basin communities had some exchanges until the pandemic and growing geopolitical tension halted all dialogues. Thanks to renewed support from both countries\, interests are growing in both communities to re-engage to share best practices and test new concepts around climate resilience\, energy transition\, green economy\, climate smart agriculture\, and decarbonization. This has created a unique opportunity to advance U.S.-China subnational collaboration around climate mitigation and energy transition.  \nIn the fall of 2023\, as part of the Yangtze-Mississippi Municipality Energy Transition Exchange Project\, which U.S. Heartland China Association (USHCA) launched to promote best practice sharing between the two river basin communities\, USHCA organized a historic Heartland Mayors Delegation to China. A key engagement of this delegation in China was the Yangtze Mississippi Forum hosted by East China Normal University (ECNU) and Shanghai People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (SPAFFC) on November 7\, 2023 in Shanghai. \n  \nIf you are interested in attending\, please email contact@usheartlandchina.org
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/yangtze-mississippi-regional-dialoge/
CATEGORIES:Yangtze-Mississippi Regional Dialogue
ORGANIZER;CN="United States Heartland China Association":MAILTO:webinars@usheartlandchina.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250121T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T064944
CREATED:20250123T155548Z
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SUMMARY:Preventative Healthcare for Rural Communities: Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Preventative Healthcare for Rural Communities: U.S.-China Best Practice Sharing \nJoin us on the evening of January 21st\, for a special webinar\, Preventative Healthcare for Rural Communities\, the first of a new series of programs around healthcare collaboration and best practice sharing between the U.S. and China.  A panel of leading public health professionals\, healthcare practitioners\, and administrators from the U.S. and China will share lessons learned from diverse healthcare systems and discuss innovative strategies for advancing preventative healthcare in under-served communities.
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/preventative-healthcare-for-rural-communities-best-practices/
CATEGORIES:Way Forward Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250212T103000
DTSTAMP:20260407T064944
CREATED:20250212T221600Z
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SUMMARY:Briefing Series\, Part 1: Trump Tariffs 2025 Impacts and Options
DESCRIPTION:The World Trade Center – Denver invites your to attend their Briefing Series\, Part 1: Trump Tariffs 2025 Impacts and Options. With so many recent executive orders and trade policy changes\, it’s important to stay informed. That’s why the WTC Denver is launching a Trade Briefing Series—designed to keep you informed on the latest developments and how they may impact your business. The first session will feature Tom Cook\, a leading expert in Global Trade. He will cover the status\, impact\, and options for Trump Tariffs 2025\, providing key insights to help you navigate the evolving trade landscape. Click here to register.
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/briefing-series-part-1-trump-tariffs-2025-impacts-and-options/
CATEGORIES:Business in China,Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T064944
CREATED:20250207T174255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T183703Z
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SUMMARY:Heartland Chinese Teacher Award - A Community Celebration
DESCRIPTION:We are very excited to announce the Finalists for this year’s Heartland Chinese Teacher Award! We wish to congratulate not only the Finalists\, but all of the teachers who applied\, our nominators\, and school district leadership working to promote excellence in Chinese language teaching and cultural appreciation in our communities. \nJoin us for the event Heartland Chinese Teacher Award – A Community Celebration to discover which of our amazing Finalists will be announced as Award Recipients. \n 
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/heartland-chinese-teacher-award-a-community-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Heartland Chinese Teacher Award
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ORGANIZER;CN="United States Heartland China Association":MAILTO:webinars@usheartlandchina.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T064944
CREATED:20250207T180227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T183649Z
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SUMMARY:Heartland Connect: A Virtual Community Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Heartland Connect\, a virtual convening designed to provide a platform for our diverse stakeholders across the heartland to share their views and experiences related to U.S.-China Relations and its impact in the Heartland region and beyond. \nRegister here
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/virtual-community-gathering/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="United States Heartland China Association":MAILTO:webinars@usheartlandchina.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250226T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T064944
CREATED:20250212T221956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T224223Z
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SUMMARY:University of Kansas Trade War Lab Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:The University of Kansas Trade War Lab invites you to attend their upcoming Speaker Series\, beginning with “Geopolitical Shock\, Firm Response\, and Financial Performance of American Suppliers” by Kexin Bai (Texas A&M University) & Quan Li (Texas A&M University). \nBai and Li will explore the topic: do U.S. sanctions make its firms worse off financially? They examine U.S. sanctions against Chinese tech giant Huawei\, focusing on their effects on Huawei’s American suppliers. Their research provides nuanced firm-level evidence on the impact of sanctions on American firms. It challenges the conventional wisdom that the sanction sender’s firms do not gain from geopolitical shocks. Click here to register.
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/university-of-kansas-trade-war-lab-speaker-series/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250303
DTSTAMP:20260407T064944
CREATED:20250212T222640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T224412Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Duke - UNC China Leadership Summit
DESCRIPTION:Are you passionate about global affairs and interested in engaging with dedicated individuals from around the country and the world? Apply to be a delegate at the 2025 Duke-UNC China Leadership Summit (CLS) on Feb 28 – Mar 2\, 2025! Co-hosted by Duke University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill\, CLS is the South’s premier student academic conference on US-China relations\, bringing together 100 of the most promising students and young professionals from across China and the U.S. who are interested in deepening their understanding of China and creating a more productive relationship between the U.S. and China. \nClick this link to apply\, or visit www.dukeunccls.com to learn more. The application deadline is February 12th\, 2025 at 11:59PM ET. \n 
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/2025-duke-unc-china-leadership-summit/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Student Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250306
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SUMMARY:2025 U.S.-China Educational Exchange
DESCRIPTION:U.S.-China Educational Exchanges have brought tremendous benefits to both countries in the past four decades. However\, growing geopolitical tensions have upended traditional models of exchange in many ways. USHCA’s annual convening of education leaders allows for candid discussion among peers regarding the challenges and opportunities. \nThe 2025 U.S.-China Educational Exchange Convening will be held in Houston\, TX on March 5th. This is an invitation-only event. For more information or participation opportunities\, please contact ellen.wright@usheartlandchina.org
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/2025-u-s-china-educational-exchange/
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ORGANIZER;CN="United States Heartland China Association":MAILTO:webinars@usheartlandchina.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T064944
CREATED:20250212T223051Z
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SUMMARY:The Global Economy at a Crossroads: U.S.-China in Focus
DESCRIPTION:The 1990 Institute invites you to attend “The Global Economy at a Crossroads: U.S.-China in Focus”. The U.S. and China represent the two largest economies in the world\, with deeply interconnected yet often competing interests. Their economic relationship involves trade\, investment\, and technology exchanges\, shaped by regulatory\, cultural\, and geopolitical factors. This workshop will explore the economic interdependencies between these two powers and provide a discussion into the impact of these unique yet interwoven economic landscapes. \nClick here to register. For more information\, please reach out to workshop@1990institute.org.
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/the-global-economy-at-a-crossroads-u-s-china-in-focus/
CATEGORIES:Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T064944
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SUMMARY:Columbus Chinese Chamber of Commerce - Shenyang Delegation
DESCRIPTION:The Columbus Chinese Chamber of Commerce will be welcoming a Chinese delegation from Shenyang next week on Thursday\, April 10th. The exchange will focus on business investment\, sports agriculture\, and potential city-level partnerships. \nAs one of China’s key industrial hubs\, Shenyang has long been a leader in heavy industry\, particularly in aerospace\, machine tools\, and heavy equipment. As part of the Northeast China Plain\, one of China’s primary grain-producing regions\, Shenyang is known for its soybean production\, which plays a crucial role in the country’s agricultural output. \nClick here for more information\, or to RSVP.
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/columbus-chinese-chamber-of-commerce-shenyang-delegation/
LOCATION:Columbus\, 41 S High St\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business in China,Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250428
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SUMMARY:2025 Greater China Business Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Greater China Business Conference\, hosted at the Kellogg Global Hub\, will take place April 27th. As one of the premier student conferences in North America focusing on business in Greater China and leadership within the Chinese business community\, GCBC has brought together global leaders\, scholars\, and innovators for the past 18 years. Early Bird – General Admission tickets are currently available for $100 on their Eventbrite. \nDon’t miss this exclusive deal: USHCA community members are being offered a $160 ticket (General Admission + Exclusive Speaker Reception on Saturday Night). Contact cheney.chen@kellogg.northwestern.edu directly for a private registration link.
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/2025-greater-china-business-conference/
LOCATION:Kellogg Global Hub\, 2211 North Campus Drive\, Evanston\, IL\, 60208\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business in China,Partner Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250506
DTSTAMP:20260407T064944
CREATED:20250403T211719Z
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SUMMARY:Silk Road Connection
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Oklahoma on May 5th at the Silk Road Connection\, a special event to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the sister-state friendship between Oklahoma\, USA\, and Gansu\, China! \nUSHCA is proud to co-organize this special celebration performance with our local partners. This free public event will take place at the George Nigh Center of University of Central Oklahoma (UCO). \nArtists from the Gansu Province\, best known as the home of Dunhuang\, an oasis located at a religious and cultural crossroads on the Silk Road\, will join Oklahoma’s Cultural Ambassador Kyle Dillingham in a special curated program that highlights the long-standing cultural ties and enduring friendship between the peoples of Oklahoma and Gansu. \nWe hope you can join us! Reserve your ticket now\, link.
URL:https://usheartlandchina.org/events/silk-road-connection/
LOCATION:University of Central Oklaoma\, 100 North University Drive\, Edmond\, OK\, 73034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural Events,Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="United States Heartland China Association":MAILTO:webinars@usheartlandchina.org
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