AS/COA Miami hosted an off-the-record discussion with Michael Hammer, U.S. assistant secretary of state.
Panel Discussions
Private Meeting: Michael Hammer, U.S. Department of State
8:00 am
Sustainable Solutions for Microfinance: Measuring Social Performance in Latin America
5:30 pm
A December 4 panel will examine how microfinance contributes to social and financial inclusion in Latin America.
Doing Business Report 2013: Changes and Impacts for the Latin American and Caribbean Regions
8:30 am
Council of the Americas hosts a breakfast with the World Bank's Dr. Augusto Lopez-Claros.
Immigration Policy in the Next Administration
5:30 pm
AS/COA will host an event on prospects for immigration reform during President Barack Obama's second administration.
Measuring Social Inclusion and Quality of Life beyond GDP
6:00 pm
“Social inclusion” seems to be the term du jour, but what does it really mean? An AS/COA panel explores the question.
Brazil in 2013: Economic and Political Prospects
2:00 pm
AS/COA presents a public panel on key issues for Brazil’s economy and politics next year, including industrial and trade policy, innovation, and recently passed legislation.
Book Presentation: Reflections on Mexico’s International Trade Policies (2006-2012)
10:00 am
AS/COA hosted a November 16 book launch event on the state of the Mexican economy over the past six years.