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May 3, 2024

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Dallas Mayor Eric L. Johnson to announce opening of Tanzanian American Chamber of Commerce in Dallas' International District

Dallas Mayor Eric L. Johnson on Monday will officially open a new Tanzanian American Chamber of Commerce in the city’s International District in North Dallas.

The Tanzanian American Chamber of Commerce in Dallas will serve as a base to promote Tanzanian American trade and tourism.

Mayor Johnson developed the vision for hosting new foreign trade offices in Dallas as part of his international strategy and previously named the opening of these international outposts as a top priority for his administration. The mayor’s intent is for the trade offices to serve as an integral part of the city’s efforts to improve foreign relations and increase trade, cultural exchanges, and foreign direct-investment.

When

11:00 am
Monday, May 6, 2024

Where

Prism Center
5580 Peterson Lane
Dallas, TX 75240

Who

Dallas Mayor Eric L. Johnson
Minister Kitila Mkumbo, Minister of State, Investment and Planning
Ambassador Elsie Kanza, Embassy of Tanzania in the United States of America
Jeanne Phillips, Chair, Mayor’s International Advisory Council
Jaynie Schultz, Dallas City Councilmember - District 11
Katherine Ho, Regional Director, United States Department of State

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