When: Wed, May 7, 1pm – 6pm
Where: Four Seasons Hotel, Washington DC
Link: http://americansecurityproject.org/event/21st-century-u-s-egypt-strategic-relations/
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21st Century U.S.-Egypt Strategic Relations
Conference
“Egypt’s political and economic success is
important, of course, not only for Egyptians, but it’s important for the
region, for the United States, and the international community.” John Kerry, Secretary Of State
May 7th, 2014, 1pm – 6pm
Four Seasons Hotel, Washington DC
Speakers include: Gen. Carter F. Ham,
USA (Ret); HE Amb. Yousef Al Otaiba, UAE; Sen. Norm Coleman; Mr. Gamel
Helal; Mr. Dante Disparte, Mr. Khush Choksy, Mr. Basil El Baz
Join us for in depth look into the current state of
Egypt, the challenges the nation faces, and the future outlook for the
government and people.
Panel One: U.S. Egyptian Strategic Relations – Moving Forward
Egypt is the most populous and traditionally, one of the most
influential countries in the Middle East. The United States has had
long-term military, cultural, and economic links with the country.
Recently, due in part to lack of knowledge and understanding of
political change in Egypt, that relationship has faltered.
This panel will discuss the importance of the relationship, and the
key issues both Cairo and Washington will need to build upon to
strengthen the partnership.
Chair: Ms. Lara Jakes
Panelists: Senator Norm Coleman; Mr. Gamel Helal; Congressman Jim Kolbe
Key Note Speaker: H.E. Amr Moussa
Amr Moussa is a leading Egyptian politician and diplomat who was the
Secretary-General of the Arab League from 2001 to 2011. Previously he
served in the government of Egypt as Minister of Foreign Affairs from
1991 to 2001. Last September, he was elected president of the committee
of 50 representing all segments of Egyptian society that authored the
new constitution, which was subsequently approved in a referendum in
January 2014.
Presentation: Terrorism and the Sinai
Mr. Zack Gold
Panel Two: Counter-Terrorism & Regional Security
Egypt merits the attention and concern of all nations due to its
natural position as the leader of the Middle East and Africa; its
counter-terrorism efforts; the importance of securing its borders; the
Suez Canal; and its key position on both the Red Sea and the
Mediterranean.
This panel will discuss the recent terrorism spike in Egypt, its
implications for the region, and what key issues both Cairo and
Washington can focus on to overcome this terrorism threat.
Chair: LtGen. John Castellaw, USMC (Ret)
Panelists: Gen. Carter F. Ham, USA (Ret); HE Amb. Yousef Al Otaiba, UAE
Panel Three: Investment Climate, and Entrepreneurship
Egypt is the largest economic market in the Middle East, with over 90
million people. An open and competitive economy, a politically stable
government, and the potential for investment from nations around the
world will be key in the growth and the sustainability of Egypt. Not
only will this produce stability for the region, but it will also
encourage entrepreneurship and the foreign investment that Egypt needs
to be a strong American ally.
This panel will discuss the key economic changes Egypt will need to go through, as well as the vast business.
Chair: Mr. Nelson Cunningham
Panelist: Mr. Dante Disparte; Mr. Khush Choksy; Mr. Basil El Baz
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