Business

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 7

INTERNATIONAL TRADE DISCUSSION: "Dynamics Between China, Russia and U.S." www.ucbcgroup.org. 7:30-9 a.m. Free-$35. International Market Square, 275 Market St., Mpls. 612-865-6543.

THURSDAY, JAN. 8

OWNERSHIP CERTIFICATION SESSION: How to meet the requirements of at least 51 percent unconditionally owned and controlled when applying for government contract certifications. Advance registration required. www.mnptac.org. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Procurement Technical Assistance Center, 840 Westminster St., St. Paul. 612-259-6565.