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Lunar New Year Celebration

USAI kicked off our 45th anniversary year with our annual Lunar New Year Celebration. Honored guests from the Biden administration, the U.S. Congress, and the diplomatic community delivered remarks while attendees enjoyed the cuisines of various Asian countries. The event also featured taiko drum and lion dance performances.

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