U.S.-Mexico: Trade, Tariffs, and Immigration with Arizona's Most Strategic PartnerApril 17, 2025 5:00 - 6:15 pm PST Thunderbird Global Forum The Mexican-American commercial relationship is one of the largest and most dynamic in the world, driven by deep economic integration and the USMCA. Our panelists explore key trends, challenges, and opportunities in cross-border trade, supply chains, nearshoring, and investment flows. The conversation will discuss regulatory updates, trade facilitation, and the evolving economic landscape, providing insights for businesses navigating this critical bilateral partnership. |
Watching the Watchers: Communist Elites, the Secret Police and Social Order in Cold War Europe | A Book DiscussionApril 24, 2025 5:30 – 6:45 PM ASU Durham Hall, Room 240, Tempe Join us for a discussion with Henry Thomson, Ph.D., Associate Professor at the School of Politics and Global Studies at Arizona State University and author of "Watching the Watchers: Communist Elites, the Secret Police and Social Order in Cold War Europe". Co-hosted by the ASU Melikian Center and the Phoenix Committee on Foreign Relations, this conversation will cover how communist regimes in Cold War Europe managed—or failed to manage—their secret police. Dr. Thomson will explore the delicate balance between state security and political stability, drawing from his analysis of eight regimes and their responses to the power vacuum left by Stalin’s death. RSVP HERE |
Scottsdale Jazz FestivalApril 26, 2025 2:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Scottsdale Civic Center East Bowl |