WASHINGTON – The Alhambra-US Chamber of Commerce joined the Arab Empowerment Initiative and Aspen Institute in hosting a unique public diplomacy luncheon in Washington. The event drew more than 300 participants from 40 nations. Its goal was to empower foreign diplomats, top US government officials, policymakers, members of civil society, grassroots organizations, and business investors to make personal and professional connections useful in diplomacy and promoting international understanding while also providing a platform to showcase the talents, diversity, and contributions of Arab and Muslim Americans.

Speakers at the event included Ambassador Hussein Hassouna of the Arab League, Egyptian Ambassador Sameh Shoukry, State Department Special Representative to Muslim communities Farah Pandith, and Walter Issacson, president and CEO of the Aspen Institute.