For Immediate Release
October 6, 2015
Kelsi Browning, Communications
(202) 823-2942
kelsi.browning@mail.house.gov
Visual Advisory- Link to Congressman Takai’s (HI-01) floor speech:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHi36AOFUVs

Takai commemorates 20th anniversary of the Asia-Pacific Center for
Security Studies
Congressman commends renaming to honor late Senator Daniel K. Inouye
WASHINGTON—Today, Congressman Mark Takai (HI-01) marked the 20th anniversary of the
Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (APCSS) by delivering a speech on the floor of the U.S.
House of Representatives. Today’s event celebrated this landmark occasion with a ceremony
renaming APCSS to the Daniel K. Inouye Center to honor the late nine-term senator.
“For the last 20 years, the Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies has made significant strides in
educating, connecting, and empowering security practitioners. I would like to thank the Center
for their leadership. I am pleased to see the APCSS renamed as the Daniel K. Inouye Center,
honoring the legacy of the late senator who advocated strongly for peace and stability around the
world,” Takai said.
A video of Takai’s floor speech was played during the event as part of a larger effort that
included other members of Hawaii’s Congressional Delegation.
“Once again, I want to extend our congratulations on 20 years of outstanding service, and my
warmest mahalo for the tremendous work being done there,” Takai concluded.
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