Time:
2010 Mar 15 12:30 - 14:00

Language:
The speech and Q & A will be in English with simultaneous Japanese interpretation.

Summary:
Professional Luncheon
Jim Adams,
World Bank Vice President for East Asia and Pacific

Description:
James W. Adams, World Bank Vice President for East Asia and Pacific, will discuss "priorities and challenges" for the region that is fast recovering from the drag of the global financial crisis and recession. He is in Tokyo for annual high-level discussions with government counterparts and members of the Diet.

Adams is responsible for the bank's strategy, operations and partnerships in the region that ranges from the world’s most populous country to the smallest and most remote Pacific Islands states. Through loans, credits and grants to governments in the region, the World Bank is seeking to help mitigate the economic and social impacts of the global economic crisis, increase interregional integration and improve governance.

Previously, Adams was Vice President and Head of Network, Operations Policy and Country Services, at the World Bank. Since joining the Washington-based organization in 1974, Adams has held a variety of operational positions in East Asia, Latin America, and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Before his career at the bank, he worked for Merchants Bank, in Syracuse, NY, and with the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade, in Geneva, Switzerland. Adams studied at Colgate University, and holds an MPA from Princeton University.

MENU
Sandwich Plate: Corned beef, sauerkraut, swiss cheese on campagne, salad & pickles
Hot Plate: sauteed kinmedai with saffron rice, roma tomato, fennel salad & red pepper sauce,seasonal salad

To help us plan properly, please reserve in advance: at the Front Desk (3211-3161) or online (http://www.fccj.or.jp - please log in to reserve). The charge for members/guests is 1,260 yen/2,200 yen for the sandwich option, and 1,575 yen/2,500 yen for the hot lunch option, tax included. Reservations canceled less than 24 hours in advance will be charged in full. If you do not make a reservation or reserve late, your meal may vary from the scheduled menu.

Professional Activities Committee