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3 days ago | 
diplomaticwatch.com | Victor Gotevbe |Pamela Johnson
In an effort to promote trade relations and women’s economic empowerment, the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in Washington, D.C., recently hosted the Science of Trade Business Reception. The event brought together twenty female entrepreneurs from Nigeria and the diaspora, U.S. government officials, including a representative from the Bureau of African Affairs at the State Department, and media representatives. The welcoming remarks began with Mrs. Fatima G.
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6 days ago | 
diplomaticwatch.com | Victor Gotevbe |Pamela Johnson
The Embassy of Türkiye opened its doors on Saturday, April 5, 2025, for a scintillating Nowruz gathering co-hosted with the Embassies of Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.
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1 week ago | 
diplomaticwatch.com | Victor Gotevbe |Pamela Johnson
At the Chinese American Museum in Washington D.C. on March 29, 2025, Dr. Henry C. Lee—forensic science pioneer and veteran of over 7,000 high-profile investigations—chose not to dwell on his storied career. Instead, he turned to the young people in the room and shared a lesson far more personal: how to measure a life well-lived. “Chronological age means the least,” he said, kicking off an unconventional framework for success.
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1 week ago | 
diplomaticwatch.com | Victor Gotevbe |Pamela Johnson
Washington D.C. – Saturday, March 29, 2025, the Chinese American Museum in Washington, D.C. welcomed forensic legend Dr. Henry C. Lee for an exhibition themed “Making the Impossible Possible.” Guests from various professions were present not only to honor Dr. Lee’s lifelong work but also to witness how a life shaped by perseverance can ripple across continents and generations.
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1 week ago | 
diplomaticwatch.com | Victor Gotevbe |Pamela Johnson
Washington, D.C. played host to over 60 guests—including diplomats, business leaders, emerging professionals, and members of the media—for an evening of meaning and momentum on March 28, 2025, as Diplomatic Watch Magazine, in partnership with the Chinese American Museum, convened a cross-section of women leaders, scholars, and advocates for the publication’s inaugural Women in Diplomacy event in the United States, an event filled with networking and thought-provoking discussions.
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2 weeks ago | 
diplomaticwatch.com | Victor Gotevbe |Pamela Johnson
Washington D.C— On Sunday, April 6, an intimate gathering of theatre lovers, industry leaders, and longtime supporters filled the elegant home of the Honorable Carol Schwartz in Washington, D.C., for a very special evening. The occasion? A preview of the upcoming 2025 Helen Hayes Awards, hosted by Carol Schwartz herself and Jan Du Plain, Chair of the Helen Hayes Awards Committee. Carol opened her homeâand the eveningâwith warmth and candor.
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2 weeks ago | 
diplomaticwatch.com | Victor Gotevbe |Pamela Johnson
The Chinese Embassy in Washington, D.C., hosted a reception on March 25, 2025, commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory in the World Anti-Fascist War and honoring the legacy of the Flying Tigers—a symbol of early China-U.S. cooperation during World War II. The event brought together members of Flying Tigers organizations, including the American Volunteer Group (AVG), the U.S.-China Flying Tigers Friendship Association, and the Chennault Aviation and Military Museum.
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2 weeks ago | 
diplomaticwatch.com | Victor Gotevbe |Pamela Johnson
The Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in Washington, D.C., recently hosted a Congressional Breakfast under the theme “Expanding Horizons: Uzbekistan and U.S. Congress Boost Strategic Cooperation.” The event drew Members of Congress, diplomats, business leaders, media professionals, and members of the American-Uzbekistan Chamber of Commerce. It provided a timely platform for advancing U.S.-Uzbekistan cooperation, both legislatively and economically.
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2 weeks ago | 
diplomaticwatch.com | Victor Gotevbe |Pamela Johnson
On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, the Rayburn House Office Building on Capitol Hill welcomed an intimate yet deeply resonant gathering. Inside Rooms 2044 and 2045, the story of the Flying Tigers—a band of American pilots who risked everything to support China during World War II—returned to life. The occasion: the 80th anniversary of the Allied victory in WWII and a tribute to the legacy the Flying Tigers helped build between the United States and China.
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1 month ago | 
diplomaticwatch.com | Victor Gotevbe |Pamela Johnson
In an exclusive interview with Diplomatic Watch, Costa Rica’s Ambassador offers rare insights into how a country without an army has become a global leader in peace, sustainability, and human rights. From reversing deforestation to generating 98% renewable energy, Costa Rica’s “Pura Vida” philosophy isn’t just a greeting—it’s a governance model that has propelled this small Central American nation to rank 12th in the World Happiness Report.
