Which is the only country in the world which has cities officially known as Bombay, Madras and Calcutta?
A) Australia
B) India
C) Britain
D) United States
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Port of Wilmington Driven Tour
August 18, 2008
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On Monday, August 18, 2008 the World Trade Center Delaware with the cooperation of the Diamond State Port Corporation hosted a port tour of the Port of Wilmington. Tour participants first attended a detailed presentation of the port's impact on the import/export industry of Delaware. The presentation was followed by a comprehensive driven tour of the Port of Wilmington. Key tour points included; Cold Storage Warehouse, Auto & RoRo berth, Railway Proximity, Seaman's Center, and Bulk Cargo Cranes and Containers.
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Incoming Business Opportunities
August 2008
Are you interested in what types of trade leads we are receiving from other World Trade Centers and International agencies and Global Trade Leads Bulletin.
Categories
include: Agribusiness, Automotive, Computer Software and Services,
Construction and Construction Services/Materials, Consulting,
Environmental, Finance and Banking Services, and Power Generation..
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| Exporter of the Year Awards
Commercial News USA Accepting Nominations
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Commercial News USA, the official publication of the U.S. Commerce Department, is now accepting nominations for its 2009 Exporter of the Year Award, co-sponsored by ThinkGlobal. Awards are given in 14 industry categories, and nominations will be accepted through August 31, 2008.
Online Nomination Form
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| Regional International Events
August - September 2008 |
Israel Life Sciences Conference
September 15, 2008
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wolf Block LLP
1650 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA
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Pennsylvania International Week
Attention, Pennsylvania Companies! Are you interested in doing business in the following countries: Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Czech Republic, Germany, India, Israel, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Singapore, Taiwan, United Kingdom, and Vietnam. Then this event is for you! Pennsylvania Authorized Trade Representatives from these regions are to visit Philadelphia to meet with local companies and discuss best export and investment opportunities in their respective international markets.
September 15-16, 2008
Monday, September 15:
The Union League
140 S. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Tuesday, September 16:
Crowne Plaza Valley Forge
260 Mall Blvd
King of Prussia, PA 19406.
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The 2008 Professional Development Series - Seminar #8: Customs Laws
The seminars of the WITA Professional Development Series provide unique opportunities for participants to increase their professional knowledge base, broaden their network of contacts, explore new business opportunities, and to learn the nuts and bolts of trade policy making, U.S. trade promotions programs, customs laws and rules and much more!
September 16, 2008
4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Ronald Reagan Building- ITC: Horizon Ballroom
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Forecast on Latin America and the Caribbean
This conference offers unparalleled insights for companies focused on Latin America and the Caribbean, as well as access to well-known leaders in business and government. For over four decades, the "Forecast" conference has brought together a "who's who" of business in the Americas. Held at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce headquarters in Washington, D.C., this gathering of top strategists from business and government is AACCLA's top annual conference focusing on the hemispheric agenda.
September 22-23, 2008
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Washington, D.C.
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Bring Your Bank to Asia Webinar
The U.S.
Commercial Service Asia/Pacific Team is collaborating with the U.S. Small
Business Administration and City National Bank to bring you an informational
Webinar on financing your exports to Asia.
Join us and learn how to mitigate risks and challenges in structuring your
finance interactions in Asia. You can
participate from the convenience of your desk. A phone line and Internet access
is all you need. Sign up early!.
September 24, 2008
2 p.m.
$35
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20th Annual Embassy Day
The World Trade Center Institute of Baltimore invites you to attend Maryland's premier international business gathering. Over 600 business leaders will be in attendance, including over 150 embassy officials from 75 countries. Please take this opportunity to network and explore new opportunities abroad for your company!
September 25, 2008
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
5701 Marinelli Road
Bethesda, MD 20852
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The 2008 Professional Development Series- Seminar #9: Regulatory Agencies and International Trade
Independent regulatory agencies play a critical role in shaping and
enforcing domestic U.S. policies in some of the most competitive United
States industries (e.g., telecommunications) and topical United States
issues (food and consumer product safety). How do there agencies
fulfill their roles with respect to imported goods and services, and
how do they work with the Executive Branch in the trade policy arena
without compromising the independence of each?
October 14, 2008
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ronald Reagan Building- ITC: Horizon Ballroom
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue
Washington, D.C. 20006More Information & Online Registration***
"Export Issues"Mark Sullivan, an attorney at Dilworth Paxson LLP, will discuss the topic of "Export Issues." "Trade Tactics Mentoring Breakfasts" is a venue to learn from more
experienced WTCGP members, WTCGP Advisory Council, supporters and
consultants, as they guide you to international trade success. This
series introduces you to the extensive network of support that exists
for exporters in the Greater Philadelphia region.October 21, 2008
8:30 am - 10:30 am
World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia
Two Penn Center
1500 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Suite 305
Philadelphia, PA 19102More Information & Online Registration |
| U.S. Commercial Service Online Training
Creating International Sales and Profiles
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Get the same type of international business training as the
U.S. Commercial Service offers its trade specialists and commercial officers
through Texas Tech University's
"Creating and Increasing International Sales and Profits." This
learn-at-your-own pace international business course offers 25 detailed
sections that logically take you from investigating international business
through customer and transaction issues to expanding global operations. It
includes many hints, methods, and tools that would be useful to any business
entering or expanding into foreign markets. Using an online format, it offers
all material for a full six months, so users can take their time completing the
course.
Price: $495
Location: View on your computer
Learn More & Register
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International Trade Shows
August 2008 - March 2009 |
RUSSIA & EURASIA:
Trade and Export Finance Forum
September 9-10th
This will be the trade, commodity and export finance event of the year for the region. The two-day conference will bring together all interested parties in trade finance, export trends, commodity finance, risk mitigation, industrial development, related legal and regulatory issues and associated bank trends.
More Information & Online Registration
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SWEDENWorld Trade Center
Malmö Energy SummitSeptember 23rd & 24th, 2008The purpose of this summit is to introduce proven technologies, competences, and experience in the business of ways to save energy. The target is representatives of real estate companies, developers, communities, city planners, construction companies and their suppliers. The participants will be informed of the various methods that exist, hear presentations of specialists in the field, and see existing examples like the world's most energy efficient building.
More Information
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HONG KONG:
ECO Expo Asia October 28-31st
International Trade Fair on Environmental Protection
This event is a great opportunity to explore new opportunities for the environmental protection industry in Asia. The fair will showcase exhibits by commercial, governmental, and non-governmental organizations, with over 5,000 trade visitors and 130 exhibitors.
Major focuses of ECO Expo Asia 2008:
- Air Quality
- Pollution/Emisson Control
- Purification/Filtration/Deodorization
- Gas/Smoke/Chemical Monitoring and Treatment
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BRAZIL:
Expo Brazil 2008
November 20-22nd
Brazil's Biggest Multi-Sector Trade Exhibition
ExpoGroup Worldwide invites you to attend Brazil's most prominenent international trade exhibition. Exhibitors from over 28 countries will be present, and the exhibition is divided into the following sectors: Automotive, Building Materials, Consumer & Household, Food & Hotel Supplies, Industrial Machinery, IT/Telecom/Electronics, Medical & Healthcare, Printing & Packaging, and Plastic & Rubber.
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INDIA:
Innovative Technologies for Manufacturing Expo
March 3-5th, 2009
This event will be hosted at the Expo Center of the World Trade Center Mumbai.
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If you may be interested in attending any of these shows and would like further information, please contact Rebecca Faber at rfaber@wtcde.com or (302) 656-7000. |
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Trade Missions
CHINA
October 7-17, 2008
Your firm is invited to participate in the State of Delaware's International Trade and Development Mission to China. China is the fastest growing large economy in the world and it is our largest supplier of consumer goods. Additionally, China continues to increase purchases from U.S. businesses and is expanding its role as an international investor.
Who should attend?
- Delaware businesses looking to start or increase export sales
- Delaware firms who are buying from third parties but wish to buy directly from manufacturers
- Delaware businesses looking for strategic partners or to invest in China
For more information about the State of Delaware's trade mission to China, please contact John Pastor (email) or Anna White(email)
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CHINA
October 26-November 4, 2008
The International Trade Administration is organizing an aerospace supplier development mission to China that will introduce U.S. aerospace industry manufacturers and service providers to end-users and prospective partners whose needs and capabilities are targeted to each U.S. participant's strengths.
Applications for participation in this mission are due by August 29.
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DUBAI
November 7-10, 2008
The World Trade Center Association cordially invites all WTCA members to attend the General Assembly Trade Mission to Dubai.
Firms involved in the following industries are encouraged to consider attending:
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Healthcare, Pharamceuticals, and Medical Technology
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Building and Real Estate, including HVAC , Safety/Security, and Materials
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Hotel, Restaurants, and Tourism
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Financial Services
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Aviation and Aircraft
More information to follow in upcoming newsletters, but please contact Rebecca Faber of WTCDE if you are interested (rfaber@wtcde.com).
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SOUTH AFRICA
November 7-15, 2008
The Eastern Trade Council (ETC), a consortium of the trade development offices from the ten northeastern states dedicated to promoting trade on a regional basis, is pleased to announce an opportunity for Northeast companies to participate in a trade mission to the fast growing market of South Africa. The mission, sponsored by the ETC and the South African Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), is designed to assist small and medium-sized companies acquire valuable market information and to meet prospective business partners.
If you are not already active in this important market, now is the time to get started. With the assistance of the ETC Trade Representative and DTI, ETC will help you make the contacts you need to win business in South Africa. Take this opportunity to experience this unique business environment and culture firsthand, and gain insights through networking with your counterparts from other exporting companies.
Key Industry Sectors in South Africa:
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Automotive Parts and Accessories
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Chemicals for Industrial Inputs
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Environmental Technologies / Alternative Energy
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Information Technology and Communications Equipment
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Industrial Machinery and Equipment / Instrumentation
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Medical Instrumentation and Devices
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Transportation Equipment
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INDIA
November 9-15, 2008
FedEx and the U.S. Commercial Service are collaborating to
organize a trade mission to India for U.S. companies. This mission represents an opportunity to experience India with visits to leading business centers, including New Delhi, Hyderabad, and Mumbai. This unique experience will provide participants with valuable networking opportunities, market intelligence, tips for finding qualified agents, distributors, and partners, and aggressive follow-up plans.
With a population exceeding one billion, India is rapidly developing the institutions and capabilities for lucrative trade opportunities.
Best Prospects for U.S. Goods & Services in India:
- Airport & Ground Handling
- Computer & Peripherals
- Education Services
- Electric Power & Transmission Equipment
- Food Processing
- Machine Tools
- Medical Equipment
- Mining & Mineral Processing Equipment
- Oil & Gas Field Machinery
- Pollution Control Equipment
- Safety, Security, and Telecommunications Equipment
- Textile Machiner Water Filteration Equipment
More Information
Online Application for Trade Mission
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AUSTRALIA
November 17-21, 2008
The
International Trade Administration will lead a manufacturing and
technology mission to Sydney and Melbourne, Australia. According to the
ITA, the automotive, construction, energy, mining, oil and gas and
water resources sectors in Australia hold considerable promise for the
U.S., and the delegation will be comprised of U.S. firms representing a
cross-section of these industries.
Applications for participation are due by September 26, 2008.
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If
you may be interested in taking part in any trade missions and/or would
like further information, please contact Rebecca Faber at (302)
656-7905 or rfaber@wtcde.com.
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| Welcome Last Month's New & Renewed Members!
July 2008
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Last Week's Trivia Question
What country is the world's largest tobacco producer?
A) United States
B) Brazil
C) China
D) Cuba
Answer:
(C) China
China is the world's largest producer and consumer of tobacco. China accounts for nearly 40% of the world's tobacco production. In 2005 China produced 2.64 million tons of tobacco or 39.4% of the world total 6.7 million tons. China is also the world's major tobacco consumer with 320 million smokers. The major world producers of tobacco are China, India, Brazil, the United States, Turkey, Zimbabwe, and Malawi. These countries account for 80% of total world production.
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The World Trade Center Delaware is a non-profit organization that assists small and medium-sized companies to expand their markets overseas, as well as raising awareness of international issues and their importance in regards to international growth.
WORLD TRADE CENTER DELAWARE
702 West Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
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TSA Screening Seminar
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Screening of Air Cargo and the Impact on your Business
Darryl Hines
TSA
September 18, 2008
8:30 am - 11:30 am
University & Whist Club
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