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KUWAIT / NUSACC DELEGATION CONCLUDES HIGH-LEVEL FOOD SECURITY VISIT TO NEBRASKA AND IOWA
The Embassy of the State of Kuwait, in partnership with the National U.S. – Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC), recently concluded a high-level trade & investment visit to Nebraska and Iowa. The visit focused on food security, which has gained importance in Kuwait and the Arab world since the onset of the COVID pandemic and the war on Ukraine, which have strained food availability and supply chains around the world.
The visit to America’s Heartland concentrated on state government officials, agricultural commodity groups, universities, manufacturers, service providers, and veterans of Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm.
The delegation was led by Kuwait’s recently-appointed Ambassador, H.E. Jasem Albudaiwi, and organized by Mr. David Hamod, President & CEO of NUSACC, and his colleagues at the Chamber. The Ambassador was invited to the Heartland by two Secretaries of State, the Honorable Robert Evnen (Nebraska) and the Honorable Paul Pate (Iowa), and the visit was supported by the Governors of Nebraska and Iowa, the Honorable Pete Ricketts and the Honorable Kim Reynolds, respectively. The visit also received strong support from Iowa’s Secretary of Agriculture, the Honorable Michael Naig, and Iowa’s Lieutenant Governor, the Honorable Adam Gregg.
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The visit to America’s Heartland concentrated on state government officials, agricultural commodity groups, universities, manufacturers, service providers, and veterans of Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm.
The delegation was led by Kuwait’s recently-appointed Ambassador, H.E. Jasem Albudaiwi, and organized by Mr. David Hamod, President & CEO of NUSACC, and his colleagues at the Chamber. The Ambassador was invited to the Heartland by two Secretaries of State, the Honorable Robert Evnen (Nebraska) and the Honorable Paul Pate (Iowa), and the visit was supported by the Governors of Nebraska and Iowa, the Honorable Pete Ricketts and the Honorable Kim Reynolds, respectively. The visit also received strong support from Iowa’s Secretary of Agriculture, the Honorable Michael Naig, and Iowa’s Lieutenant Governor, the Honorable Adam Gregg.
To read the full report, please click here.
NUSACC EXPERT ROUNDTABLE: “KUWAIT’S EVOLVING FINANCIAL LANDSCAPE”
Washington, DC – The National U.S. – Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC), in partnership with the Kuwait Banking Association (KBA), recently hosted an Expert Roundtable highlighting the strength of Kuwait’s financial sector. Keynote speakers included H.E. Jasem Albudaiwi, Kuwait’s Ambassador to the United States, and H.E. Sheikh Ahmed Duaij Al-Sabah, Chairman of the KBA.
Moderators included the Hon. Edward “Skip” Gnehm Jr., former U.S. Ambassador to Kuwait, and Mr. David Hamod, President & CEO of NUSACC. Lead Sponsor of the Roundtable was Ahli United Bank, with additional sponsorships provided by Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait (Platinum Sponsor) and Kuwait Airways (Airline Sponsor).
To read the full report, please click here.
Moderators included the Hon. Edward “Skip” Gnehm Jr., former U.S. Ambassador to Kuwait, and Mr. David Hamod, President & CEO of NUSACC. Lead Sponsor of the Roundtable was Ahli United Bank, with additional sponsorships provided by Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait (Platinum Sponsor) and Kuwait Airways (Airline Sponsor).
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NATIONAL U.S. – ARAB CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RECOGNIZES BAHRAIN’S ABDULLA BIN RASHID ALKHALIFA
AS 2022 “AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR”
AS 2022 “AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR”
The National U.S. - Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC) announced today that H.E. Shaikh Abdulla Bin Rashid AlKhalifa, the Kingdom of Bahrain’s Ambassador to the United States, has been selected as NUSACC’s 2022 “Ambassador of the Year.” (Please see His Excellency’s bio here.) This award, begun in 2004, is given annually to a member of the Arab diplomatic corps in the USA for his or her outstanding contributions to U.S. - Arab commercial relations. The invitation-only award ceremony will take place on Thursday, December 8, at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in downtown Washington DC.
“Shaikh Abdulla has been a great friend of our Chamber over the years,” noted David Hamod, President & CEO of NUSACC. “We are pleased and proud to recognize the extraordinary work that he has done in the United States on behalf of the Kingdom of Bahrain. Few ambassadors have traveled as extensively in the USA as he has, building bridges at all levels: in government circles, within the business community, and with civil society. The partnerships that he has formed will positively influence Bahrain – U.S. relations for decades to come.”
Ambassador Alkhalifa said, “It is a humbling honor to be recognized by the National U.S. - Arab Chamber of Commerce, which has proven to be an invaluable partner to both of our peoples. Increasing bilateral trade between our two nations is an ongoing goal, supported not only by the tireless efforts of those in the Kingdom of Bahrain, but also through the stalwart support of our friends here in the United States, like NUSACC. Commerce, trade, and communications serve as the foundations on which the prosperity and security of all civilizations are supported.”
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“Shaikh Abdulla has been a great friend of our Chamber over the years,” noted David Hamod, President & CEO of NUSACC. “We are pleased and proud to recognize the extraordinary work that he has done in the United States on behalf of the Kingdom of Bahrain. Few ambassadors have traveled as extensively in the USA as he has, building bridges at all levels: in government circles, within the business community, and with civil society. The partnerships that he has formed will positively influence Bahrain – U.S. relations for decades to come.”
Ambassador Alkhalifa said, “It is a humbling honor to be recognized by the National U.S. - Arab Chamber of Commerce, which has proven to be an invaluable partner to both of our peoples. Increasing bilateral trade between our two nations is an ongoing goal, supported not only by the tireless efforts of those in the Kingdom of Bahrain, but also through the stalwart support of our friends here in the United States, like NUSACC. Commerce, trade, and communications serve as the foundations on which the prosperity and security of all civilizations are supported.”
To read the full report, please click here.
Politico: UAE Ready "Anytime" for Free Trade Talks (NUSACC Quoted)
Today, Politico produced a story highlighting the UAE's trade relationship with the USA, featuring H.E. Thani Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade.
NUSACC's David Hamod noted, "The UAE has been willing to take risks when other countries in the region have not. As a result, the UAE has consistently enjoyed a first mover's advantage over the decades."
To read the full story, please click bit.ly/3oUcBqu.
NUSACC's David Hamod noted, "The UAE has been willing to take risks when other countries in the region have not. As a result, the UAE has consistently enjoyed a first mover's advantage over the decades."
To read the full story, please click bit.ly/3oUcBqu.
Nebraska/NUSACC delegation concludes high-level visit to the UAE and Jordan
30 Delegates Discuss Innovation, Sustainability, and Food Security
Expo 2020 and Gulfood Showcase the State of Nebraska
30 Delegates Discuss Innovation, Sustainability, and Food Security
Expo 2020 and Gulfood Showcase the State of Nebraska
The State of Nebraska and the National U.S. – Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC) recently completed a high-level trade & investment mission to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The mission revolved around the theme of Innovation, Sustainability, and Food Security, all of which are very timely topics. The delegation consisted of 30 leaders representing government, academia, agricultural associations, and the private sector.
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