January 22, 2026
Event begins at 6:15 PM, Doors open 5:45 PM
The Cleveland Committee on Foreign Relations (CCFR) is exclusive to Diplomat and Ambassador members and their guests. An email with registration information has been sent to eligible members on Monday, January 12.
CCWA is honored to host Caitlin Welsh, director for global economic engagement at the National Security Council from 2018-2020, to share her insights on this year’s U.S. G20 presidency and what it means for the future of multilateralism. The return of the G20 presidency to the United States follows a period of expansion within the G20, both in terms of membership as well as agenda items. Thus far, the U.S. seems intent to redirect the G20 away from its recent development-centered agenda and towards an agenda anchored in economic growth and deregulation. Such a shift raises fundamental questions about the G20โs purpose, legitimacy, and effectiveness at a moment when multilateralism itself is increasingly under strain.
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ADMISSION
This program is exclusive to Ambassador and Diplomat level members.
Ambassador members attend at no additional cost.
Diplomat and Under 35 members $70.
ACTIONS
5:45 PM Reception
6:15 PM Program begins
6:45 PM Dinner is served
7:45 PM Q&A
8:15 PM Concluding remarks
Foreign Policy Forum COVID-19 Guidelines
In light of the ongoing evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic, the health and safety of our members, speakers, and staff remain a priority for the Cleveland Council on World Affairs. We ask that all Foreign Policy Forum attendees agree to maintain vigilance to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by:
- Refraining from attending Foreign Policy Forum events if you:
โ Have had recent contact with an infected person
โ Are experiencing symptoms or feeling unwell - Maintaining a vaccination and booster schedule appropriate for your own risk level and health implications.
- Continuing to follow local health authoritiesโ guidelines in an evolving environment.
- Agreeing to comply with requests, such as masking, if necessary, made by CCWA staff to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Questions? Contact Jacob Connell at jconnell@ccwa.org.
VENUE INFORMATION
The Union Club
1211 Euclid Ave. Cleveland, Ohio 44115
Complimentary valet parking is included with your registration.
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