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Pacific Security Priorities of the 117th of Congress
On March 30, 2021, Sasakawa USA, in partnership with the U.S. Association of Former Members of Congress (FMC), welcomed Representative Don Bacon (R-NE) and Representative Marc Veasey (D-TX) to discuss the Pacific security policy priorities of the 117th Congress and provide insights on how the Armed Services Committee is seeking to address these challenges. The Hon. Peter Roskam (R-IL, 2007-2019), FMC Board of Directors member, provided opening remarks and moderated the event.
First 100 Days of the 117th Congress: Policy Priorities
On February 17, 2021, Sasakawa USA, in partnership with the U.S. Association of Former Members of Congress (FMC), welcomed The Hon. Susan Brooks (R-IN, 2013-2021), The Hon. Gil Cisneros (D-CA, 2019-2021), The Hon. Ryan Costello (R-PA, 2015-2019), and the Hon. Elizabeth Esty (D-CT, 2013-2019) to discuss current issues facing Congress including COVID-19 relief legislation, divisiveness in the U.S., climate change, and national security. Mr. Peter Weichlein, CEO of FMC, provided opening remarks and moderated the event.
Countdown to the Election: Last Presidential Debate Analysis
On October 23, 2020, Sasakawa USA, in partnership with the U.S. Association of Former Members of Congress (FMC), co-hosted the third and final of a series of events on the U.S. Presidential election.
Analysis of the Vice Presidential Debate
On October 8, 2020, Sasakawa USA, in partnership with the U.S. Association of Former Members of Congress (FMC), co-hosted the second of a series of events on the U.S. Presidential Election.
Analysis of the First Presidential Debate
On September 30, 2020, Sasakawa USA, in partnership with the U.S. Association of Former Members of Congress (FMC), co-hosted the first of a series of events on the U.S. Presidential Election.
U.S.-Japan Congressional Reception
Date: May 2, 2017
Sasakawa USA co-hosted a reception celebrating the U.S.-Japan relationship for Japanese Diet Members visiting Washington, D.C. during Japan’s Golden Week holiday. The reception, which took place on Capitol Hill, included Diet Members visiting for sponsored events, as well as Members traveling independently.
Congressional Reception on Japan
Date: March 21, 2017
Sasakawa USA celebrated the importance of the U.S.-Japan relationship with a Congressional Reception at the Reserve Officers Association Building. This reception provided attendees with the opportunity to learn more about the U.S.-Japan relationship while enjoying Japanese cuisine and drinks.
Navigating Unsettled Waters: A Briefing on Maritime Issues in the Asia-Pacific Region
Date: May 24, 2016
Sasakawa USA partnered with the National Bureau of Asian Research for an important Capitol Hill briefing on maritime issues. This event featured a demonstration of the Maritime Awareness Project.
Capitol Hill reception for visiting Diet members
Date: May 3, 2016
Sasakawa USA took part in a reception at the U.S. Capitol welcoming members of Japan’s National Diet, who were visiting Washington, D.C. during Japan’s Golden Week. The reception, hosted by organizations that foster a strong U.S.-Japan relationship through legislative exchanges, celebrated the strength of the U.S.-Japan relationship.
Second Annual Evening with Japan Experts
Date: March 2, 2016
Sasakawa USA hosted its second annual “Evening with Japan Experts” event on Capitol Hill. This intimate gathering of leading experts and key Congressional staff celebrated the previous year of the U.S.-Japan alliance and discussed the challenges ahead.