Ambassador Ira Shapiro, a Senior Advisor with ASG’s East Asia & Pacific practice, brings extensive expertise to support and guide clients in implementing global trade and investment strategies, with a particular focus on Japan and Asia. Shapiro’s distinguished career includes serving as Chief U.S. Trade Negotiator for Japan and Canada and as General Counsel in the U.S. Trade Representative during the Clinton administration.

With over 40 years of experience in Washington, Shapiro has left an indelible mark on American government and international trade. He is widely recognized for his critically acclaimed book, ‘Broken: Can the Senate Save Itself and the Country?’ The book has garnered praise from esteemed organizations and individuals, including Publisher’s Weekly and Madeline K. Albright, the former Secretary of State.

In addition to his authorship, Shapiro has been a featured speaker at numerous events and has made appearances on various media platforms, including Hardball with Chris Matthews and C-SPAN Book TV. His debut book, ‘The Last Great Senate: Courage and Statesmanship in Times of Crisis,’ received similar acclaim, described as a “tour de force” by the Washington Post. Shapiro’s insightful contributions extend to publications such as the New York Times, Washington Post, Bloomberg Review, CNN.com, and more, reflecting his commitment to shaping discussions on law, policy, and international relations.