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SUMMARY:U.S.-China Relations
DESCRIPTION:Great Decisions 2026 Keynote Lecture Series: The Future of U.S. Global Leadership\nU.S.-China Relations\nwith Sam Stein\, President of the U.S. China Business Council\nFebruary 5\, 2026\, 5:30-7:30 PM\, 34 Bedford Street. Portland \nWhat’s at stake for American business and diplomacy as the U.S.-China relationship enters a new era? Sean Stein brings nearly three decades of diplomatic experience—including service as U.S. Consul General in Shanghai and Shenyang—combined with deep expertise advising multinational corporations on navigating the world’s most consequential bilateral relationship. As president of the US-China Business Council\, he represents more than 270 American companies operating in China and advocates for balanced engagement between the two economic superpowers. Join us for an insider’s perspective on the future of U.S.-China relations.Great Decisions is the largest and longest-running discussion program on foreign policy in the Unite States\, offered locally by the World Affairs Council of Maine since 1980. Thanks to the generous support of our Global Benefactor “Coffee by Design\,” we are offering a public lecture series in addition to our regular discussion series co-hosted with the Falmouth Memorial Library. \nThis inaugural public lecture of our 2026 Great Decisions Series. The series will delve into pressing global challenges and the decisions shaping the United States’ future role on the world stage. \n📅 Date: February 5\, 2026\n📍 Location: Lee Auditorium\, Wishcamper Center\, 34 Bedford Street\, Portland\n⏰ Time: 5:30 – 7.30 \nReserve your spot today and be part of this essential conversation on the crossroads of American foreign policy. \nTickets: \n$12 for members \n$20 non-members \nMaine Students FREE \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://wacmaine.org/event/u-s-china-relations/
LOCATION:Lee Auditorium\, Wishcamper Center\, 34 Bedfort St\, Portland\, ME\, 04104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Great Decisions
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