The World Affairs Las Vegas City Council

ENHANCING GLOBAL UNDERSTANDING

The World Affairs Council of Las Vegas is a non-profit 501(c)(3) non-partisan member organization of the World Affairs Councils of America and Global Ties US. We are one of over 100 grassroots organizations across 40 states and the District of Columbia dedicated to engaging with and educating Americans on foreign policy and international affairs.

The World Affairs Council of Las Vegas is committed to providing diverse opportunities for the Southern Nevada community to become involved in activities promoting international awareness. The Board is interested in hearing from anyone that wishes to have greater involvement in the WACLV. We are an all volunteer organization. There are a number of exciting ways we invite you to get involved. Join our Advisory Board, be a part of our International Visitors Committee, become an intern, volunteer or host a professional international exchange delegation.

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The Bi-Centennial of Mexico-US Relations

It is our privilege to introduce our guest speaker, Julian Escutia-Rodriguez, the Consul of Mexico in Las Vegas. He will speak to the World Affairs Council on “The Bi-Centennial of Mexico-US Relations.” Mr. Escutia will provide his insights and experiences stemming from a 20 year career as a diplomat. The Consul has studied and worked around the world dealing with Mexican foreign affairs.

From 2016 to 2019, Mr. Escutia-Rodriguez was the Chief of Staff to the Undersecretary for North American where he coordinated the strategic work of the two Embassies and 55 consulates of Mexico in Canada and the United States, as we as five units in Mexico City. In 2019, he was appointed Director General for Protection of Mexicans Abroad. In this global portfolio, he managed several crises such as the mass shooting in El Paso, Texas; the attack on Mexican tourists in Jordan; and the Covid 19 outbreak. He was responsible for the repatriation of over 16 thousand Mexicans who were stranded worldwide due to the pandemic. Julian Escutia-Rodriguez was promoted to the Consul of Mexico in Las Vegas in 2020.

Traditional Mexican meal – Authentic Tacos with beans and rice
Mr. Escutia is kindly providing FREE Mexican Beer and Mezcal tasting

For security reasons, the cutoff day for reservations is May 12, 2023.

Parking is free of cost on the streets around the Consulate.

HURRY – there are still some seats available for the event. Please sign up today!!

Event Fees:

$50 for Member Fee

$60 for Non-Member Fee

When:
May 17, 2023 from 6:00PM – 8:00PM

Where:

Mexican Consulate

823 S. 6th Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101

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