The Council of the Americas is the leading U.S. business organization dedicated to promoting regional economic integration, free trade, open markets and investment, and the rule of law throughout the diverse regions within the Western Hemisphere. Global Foundation follows up closely its valuable work, and participates regularly in its discussion forums and conferences. The XXXIV Annual Conference took place at the State Department on May 3 and the Global Foundation for Democracy and
Development was represented by its Executive Director, Ms. Natasha Despotovich.