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URL:http://www.russianmix.com/events/viewevent/9869-ambassador-series-uzbekistan/ 
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SUMMARY:Ambassador Series: Uzbekistan
DESCRIPTION:His formal remarks from that event can be found here.Uzbekistan has a unique, rich culture that has been influenced throughout its history by different groups and empires competing for control over the territory in central Asia. The Persians, Macedonian Greeks, Mongols, Soviets and Russians have each passed through the area and left their lasting marks on the culture and its people.  Uzbekistan possess natural resources and its economy is growing.  It is a member of several international organizations, such as the Commonwealth of Independent States and most notably, the United Nations.Serving as discussant will be retired US Ambassador Laura Kennedy, who served as US Ambassador to Turkmenistan (2001-2003), and has an extensive Foreign Service career experience in Central Asia.  Amb. Kennedy is Chair of the WAC-DC Board of Directors International Affairs Committee.This event will take place in the Horizon Ballroom.5:45pm Registration opens5:45pm - 6:25pm WAC-DC Members-only wine & cheese reception6:25pm Doors open to the public6:30pm - 7:30pm Public Program
LOCATION:Horizon Ballroom Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, Horizon Ballroom, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC
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