UNDERSTANDING
WASHINGTON , DC:
INSIDER ’S GUIDE
TO US GLOBAL
POLICY
E X E C U T I V E E D U C A T I O N P R O G R A M
JANUARY – APRIL 2022
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OVERVIEW
What happens in the United States has significant ramifications for the world and the international business
community. That is why it is important for business executives to develop a deeper understanding of
Washington, the dynamics of its major players, the structure of the different branches of government, and how
they intersect to shape US policy decisions.
AmCham is pleased to partner with the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)— the leading
global policy think tank in the US— for a customized, three-month long executive education program. Twice
a month, from 8:30-10:00am Hong Kong time, AmCham will host world-class scholars from CSIS for an insider’s
look at the players, processes, and priorities driving decision-making in Washington and their implications for
Hong Kong. AmCham X CSIS Executive Education will conduct eight seminar-style Zoom conferences that
allow participants to dive deep with senior subject matter experts on pressing topics relevant to today’s global
business leaders.
PROVISIONAL SCHEDULE AND SPEAKERS (UPDATED)*
DATE TOPICJan 12 Players and Power Structures in American Government
Jan 26 How the US Designs, Develops, and Deploys its Foreign Policy
Feb 9 Understanding the National Security Council and the Interagency Process
Feb 23 The US Trade Toolbox
Mar 9 Sanctions and US Economic Statecraft
Mar 23 Future Trends of US Export Controls and Licensing Regimes
Apr 6 US-China Relations in 2022 and Beyond
Apr 20 US Geopolitics and Strategic Competition
Eliot A. Cohen Matthew P. GoodmanScott Miller Scott KennedyEmily Harding Jude BlanchetteWilliam Alan Reinsch Bonny Lin
Arleigh Burke
Chair in Strategy
Senior Vice
President for
Economics
Senior Associate
Abshire-Inamori
Leadership
Academy
Senior Adviser &
Trustee Chair in
Chinese Business
and Economics
Deputy Director &
Senior Associate
International
Security Program
Freeman Chair in
China Studies
Senior Adviser &
Scholl Chair in
International
Business
Director
China Power Project
& Senior Fellow
Asian Security
WORLD CLASS SCHOLARS FROM CSIS*
*Final schedule and speakers subject to CSIS scholar availability
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A subscription of 8 sessions: USD2,200 / participant
A quorum of 24 people is required to form this executive education course; you will receive a confirmation
from AmCham once a quorum is reached.
Fees are non-refundable once successfully registered unless a quorum is not met.
All sessions will be conducted in English.
All sessions will be recorded and participants will receive video playbacks after each session.
If a participant is not able to attend an individual session, s/he will receive video playback, his/her absence
would nevertheless be recorded.
COURSE FEE
INCENTIVE
Engage with senior CSIS experts and other leading AmCham members in an exclusive, tailored learning
environment. Seating is limited. Participants who successfully complete the course (7 out of 8 sessions) will receive
a digital badge.
TARGET PARTICIPANTS
Open to all mid-level policy/public affairs managers to deepen their knowledge about US politics and policy
design in Hong Kong and/or greater region. AmCham members or employees of member companies only.
POST COURSE ACTIVITIES
A CSIS x AmCham Executive Course networking session to be held tentatively on April 27, 2022 in Hong Kong for in-
person interaction with program alumni.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
About AmCham HK With close to 1,700 members, the American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong (AmCham) is one of the
largest American Chambers outside the United States, the largest international chamber in Hong Kong, and
one of the most dynamic and influential international business organizations in the Asia-Pacific region.
AmCham’s mission is to foster commerce among the United States, Hong Kong, and Mainland China; and to
enhance Hong Kong's stature as an international business center.
About CSISThe Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a bipartisan, nonprofit policy research organization
dedicated to advancing practical ideas to address the world’s greatest challenges. CSIS scholars bring their
policy expertise, judgment, and robust networks to their research, analysis, and recommendations. Executive
Education at CSIS features world-class experts and covers a range of geopolitical issues and professional skills
to help leaders at all levels thrive.
QUESTIONS?
Ms. Margaret Loo
Email: [email protected]