This July, we are hosting three delegations as part of Citizen Diplomacy Programs at WorldBoston. Check below to see where the visitors are from and what the objectives of their visit are.
U.S. Legislative System – British American Parliamentary Group (BAPG)
A Project for the United Kingdom
To review the institutions, processes, and traditions of the U.S. political system, the division of powers, and the U.S. electoral system at federal, state and local levels.
To gain insight into current domestic and foreign policy issues.
To discuss foreign policy and security issues of concern to Europe and the U.S.
To increase understanding of the U.S. economic system and the domestic forces that influence U.S. trade policy, as well as examine state and local initiatives for regional economic development.
To examine the role of the media in the U.S. political system.
The U.S. Economy: Trade, Development, and Finance
A Regional Project for Europe
Examine U.S. financial markets in their domestic and global contexts, explain U.S. perspectives on international economic and monetary issues, and provide opportunities.
To exchange views on the United States’ global economic relationships, particularly with Europe and China.
Examine the effect of international trade on American business, the economy, and trade relations, and explore the effects of foreign direct investment (FDI) on U.S. economic growth and prosperity, jobs creation, spurring innovation, and driving exports.
Explore state and local international trade and export promotion initiatives designed to promote regional economic development and demonstrate how American industries remain competitive in the global market.
