Live Events:

Thursday, April 17, 2025; 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Center for Contemporary Arts, 1050 Old Pecos Trail
Member $25 (Global Santa Fe members may BRING A FRIEND to this event for FREE.)
Non-Member $40
As the world watches the evolving dynamics between the U.S. and China, what will Trump’s second administration mean for this critical relationship? Join us for an insightful discussion with David J. Firestein, a leading expert on U.S.-China relations and the inaugural president and CEO of the George H. W. Bush Foundation for U.S.-China Relations. An esteemed diplomat, scholar, and policy leader, Mr. Firestein brings decades of experience, including his tenure as a senior U.S. diplomat and his leadership at institutions like the EastWest Institute.
Drawing on his expertise in diplomacy, trade, and geopolitical strategy, Mr. Firestein will explore the issues, challenges, and prospects of U.S.-China relations under a Trump 2.0 presidency. With tensions over Taiwan, economic competition, and global security in the balance, this conversation is more relevant than ever. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of what the future may hold and come together as a community that cares.
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