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Jay Bryson will provide the global economic outlook for 2025 including forecasts of GDP growth in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, unemployment and labor market, inflation, and interest rates in the world's major economies.
Annually, "The World Ahead" series by The Economist offers a forward-looking perspective on anticipated developments in the upcoming year. Tom Standage, Deputy Editor-In-Chief of The Economist and Editor of "The World Ahead 2025," will provide well-informed predictions, in-depth analyses from foreign policy and current affairs experts, a synopsis of the global economic forecast, and crucial insights into focal issues that are poised to be significant touchpoints in the coming year.
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.
Join us for an insightful presentation on December 4, 2024, with Leon Topalian, the Chair, President, and CEO of Nucor Corporation, one of the largest steel producers in the United States. He will share his extensive knowledge and experience in the steel industry, providing a unique perspective on leadership, innovation, and sustainability in manufacturing.
For the 15th consecutive year, high school students competing in Academic WorldQuest will play alongside [...]
Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an exclusive lunch discussion with MG Shane Buzza and MG (Ret) Garrett Yee as they take us around the world where the United States has forces deployed to support of our national security, discussing challenges that we face regionally and globally. They will discuss how technology impacts the battlefield and some of what the United States Military is doing to maintain a competitive advantage against the adversary.
Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an exclusive private dinner on November 11 with Major General (Ret.) Garrett Yee, Vice President and General Manager at General Dynamics Information Technology. Major General Yee will lead an insightful discussion on the critical intersection of technology and military operations, exploring how advancements in digital infrastructure, AI, cybersecurity, and defense technologies are transforming modern warfare and global security strategies.
Join us for an inspiring WACC Distinguished Speaker Series. Ambassador (ret.) Herman “Hank” Cohen, one [...]
Steven Cook, Senior Historian at the US Department of State and Author America's Cold Warrior: [...]
The World Affairs Council of Charlotte invites you to a timely and thought-provoking business breakfast featuring a distinguished panel of community leaders on the theme "Lessons from Northern Ireland" on October 23rd. As we head into what is likely to be a highly charged and divisive election season, the conversation will center on how we can draw from the experiences of Northern Ireland to foster peace, mutual respect, and unity in our communities. These insights, rooted in real-world examples of conflict resolution and peace-building, offer valuable lessons for navigating political tensions and bridging divides at a critical time.
