Ambassadors Circle Series

February 3rd, 2026: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Francisco António Duarte Lopes, Ambassador of Portugal to the United States

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for a WACC Ambassadors Circle Series luncheon with H.E. Francisco António Duarte Lopes, Ambassador of Portugal to the United States, on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Ambassador Duarte Lopes will discuss Portugal’s foreign policy priorities, its strategic partnership with the United States, and its role in today’s evolving global landscape, including Atlantic security, transatlantic cooperation, trade, technology, and leadership within the European Union, offering attendees a clear and forward-looking perspective on Portugal’s global engagement and the opportunities ahead for strengthening U.S.–Portugal collaboration.

February 3rd, 2026: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Francisco António Duarte Lopes, Ambassador of Portugal to the United States2026-01-30T10:53:14-05:00

November 6, 2025: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Urban Ahlin, Ambassador of Sweden to the United States

Ambassador Urban Ahlin will offer valuable insight into the evolving political and security landscape of Europe, the Nordic region, and the broader transatlantic alliance. He will discuss Sweden’s historic decision to join NATO, the significance of that move for regional and global security, and how it reflects Sweden’s deepening commitment to collective defense in the face of mounting geopolitical uncertainty. With global attention centered on the war in Ukraine, rising tensions with authoritarian regimes, and urgent calls for climate leadership, Ambassador Ahlin will explore how Sweden is navigating these challenges through diplomacy, multilateral engagement, and its role as a bridge between Europe and North America.

November 6, 2025: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Urban Ahlin, Ambassador of Sweden to the United States2025-11-17T09:00:41-05:00

September 4, 2025: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with Fahad Nazer, Spokesperson for the Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the United States (Standing in for HRH Princess Reema bint Bandar Al Saud)

The World Affairs Council of Charlotte invites you to a presentation featuring Fahad Nazer, Spokesperson for the Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the United States, standing in for Her Royal Highness Princess Reema bint Bandar Al Saud on Thursday, September 4, 2025. In the midst of escalating tensions in the Middle East, including the war in Gaza, Houthi attacks disrupting Red Sea shipping lanes, fragile diplomacy with Iran, and the shifting influence of external powers like China and Russia, Saudi Arabia’s role as a regional leader and U.S. strategic partner has never been more significant. Mr. Nazer will provide a timely and candid overview of Saudi Arabia’s foreign policy priorities, its efforts to promote regional stability, and the broader implications for the global economy, energy markets, and security cooperation.

September 4, 2025: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with Fahad Nazer, Spokesperson for the Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the United States (Standing in for HRH Princess Reema bint Bandar Al Saud)2025-08-18T14:59:55-04:00

June 12, 2025: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with John J. Sullivan, former US Ambassador to the Russian Federation (2020-2022) and U.S. Deputy Secretary of State (2017-2019)

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for a timely and thought-provoking luncheon discussion on June 12 with Ambassador John J. Sullivan, former U.S. Ambassador to Russia and Deputy Secretary of State. As one of America’s most experienced diplomats, Ambassador Sullivan will explore the complex and deteriorating relationship between the United States and Russia, one of our most critical foreign policy flashpoints.

June 12, 2025: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with John J. Sullivan, former US Ambassador to the Russian Federation (2020-2022) and U.S. Deputy Secretary of State (2017-2019)2025-06-05T12:07:58-04:00

February 25, 2025: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Nicole Bintner-Bakshian, the Ambassador of Luxembourg to the United States

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an engaging luncheon featuring Her Excellency Nicole Bintner-Bakshian, Ambassador of Luxembourg to the United States. Ambassador Bintner-Bakshian will provide unique insights into the strong and enduring relationship between Luxembourg and the U.S., highlighting areas of collaboration in diplomacy, trade, and global security.

February 25, 2025: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Nicole Bintner-Bakshian, the Ambassador of Luxembourg to the United States2025-02-27T10:31:04-05:00

January 29, 2025: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Jovita Neliupšienė, Ambassador of the European Union to the United States

The World Affairs Council of Charlotte will host H.E. Jovita Neliupšienė, Ambassador of the European Union to the United States on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, as part of our Ambassadors Circle Series. This exclusive discussion will explore the evolving relationship between the European Union and the United States—a partnership critical to global stability and progress. In the face of pressing global challenges, including geopolitical tensions, war, climate change, conflict, and economic uncertainty, the EU and U.S. remain united in advancing shared values of democracy, innovation, and sustainable growth.

January 29, 2025: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Jovita Neliupšienė, Ambassador of the European Union to the United States2024-12-20T10:43:55-05:00

October 17, 2024: H.E. Sheikh Meshal Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the United States of America

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an exclusive event on October 17, 2024. As part of the WACC's Ambassadors Circle Series, we will host H.E. Sheikh Meshal Bin Hamad Al-Thani for enlightening discussions on the relationship between Qatar and the United States.

October 17, 2024: H.E. Sheikh Meshal Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the United States of America2024-09-17T16:00:18-04:00

June 20, 2024: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Esteban Moctezuma Barragán, Ambassador of Mexico to the U.S.

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an exclusive event that promises enlightening discussions and sights in the relationship between Mexico and the United States when we host H.E. Esteban Moctezuma Barragán, Ambassador of Mexico to the U.S., on April 25, 2024 as part of the WACC's Ambassadors Circle Series program.

June 20, 2024: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Esteban Moctezuma Barragán, Ambassador of Mexico to the U.S.2024-07-31T00:58:05-04:00

April 25, 2024: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Masood Khan, Ambassador of Pakistan to the U.S.

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an exclusive event that promises enlightening discussions and sights in the relationship between Pakistan and the United States when we host His Excellency Masood Khan,  Ambassador of Pakistan to the United States, on April 25, 2024 as part of the WACC's Ambassadors Circle Series program.

April 25, 2024: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Masood Khan, Ambassador of Pakistan to the U.S.2024-07-31T00:58:20-04:00

January 17, 2024: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Andreas Michaelis, Ambassador of Germany to the U.S.

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte on January 17, 2024, as we welcome His Excellency Andreas Michaelis, the distinguished Ambassador of Germany to the United States, for an insightful discussion on the Germany-U.S. transatlantic relationship and the multifaceted partnership between Charlotte, North Carolina, and Germany.

January 17, 2024: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Andreas Michaelis, Ambassador of Germany to the U.S.2024-07-31T00:58:50-04:00
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