| Understanding Free Trade Agreements and
Certificates of Origin
March 6, 2009
Speaker: JoAnn Queen
International Trade Specialist
U.S. Commerical Service
Location: Small Business Development Center of Delaware
One Innovation Way, Suite 301
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Exporting to the Middle East
March 18, 2009
Exporting to the Middle East
Speaker: Seth Vogelman
Israel / Middle East Office, State of Delaware Int'l Trade & Development
Co-sponsored with the International Trade & Development Office, State of Delaware (OMB)
Location: University & Whist Club
805 North Broom Street
Wilmington, DE
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March 19, 2009
Exporting to the Middle East
Speaker: Seth Vogelman
Israel / Middle East Office, State of Delaware Int'l Trade & Development Co-sponsored with the International Trade & Development Office, State of Delaware (OMB) Location: Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce 435 North DuPont Highway Dover, DE Download Flyer |
| Growing Your Export Business:
China, Korea and Taiwan Export 2009
March 20, 2009
Location: Delaware Biotechnology Institute
Conference Room 102
15 Innovation Way
Newark, DE
The World Trade Center of Delaware and the Philadelphia U.S. Export Assistance Center are proud to present: Growing your Export Business in China, Korea and Taiwan, a look at three fast growing Asian markets with strong export potential.
Spend the day learning about the Asian trade game and the opportunities it has to offer. Afterwards, receive one-on-one counseling from well established Commercial Officers with years of expertise in identifying and actualizing export strategies from market entry to complete market penetration.
Luncheon keynote speech provided by UPS, "Asia Pacific Trade Lanes: shipping and global supply chain logistics to help U.S. exporters achieve a competitive advantage in the Asian marketplace." Download Flyer
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Globalization in a Volatile Economy
March 25, 2009
Speaker: Dr. Kei-Mu Yi
Vice President and Economist
Federal Reserve of Philadelphia
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Doing Business in Saudi Arabia March 26, 2009
Speaker: Edward Burton
President & Managing Director
U.S. - Saudi Arabian Business Council
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 IMPACT ANALYSIS
Issues Impacting Global Business
January - Febuary 2009
Through grassroots coalitions, more American businesses are getting out the word that trade expansion can quickly mitigate the effects of the current economic crisis, create jobs and achieve higher levels of domestic growth well into the future. But more needs to be done (p1-2). The global financial crisis has suppressed economic growth rates worldwide. China is no exception. Consequently, Chinese business and government positions are more flexible, creating opportunities that didn't exist several months ago (p3). Last October, Singapore and China established a free trade agreement. This trade agreement will not only benefit both countries, but can also help U.S. firms that partner with Singaporean companies (p4). Conducting market research isn't easy. A number of factors must be considered and analyzed (p5). Impact Analysis |
COMMERCIAL NEWS USA 
The Commercial News USA magazine, which began as a resource for U.S. embassy libraries and distribution at trade events, now reaches an estimated 400,000 readers worldwide. Commercial News USA is mailed bi-monthly to qualified suscribers around the world, and is available at U.S. embassies and consulates in 176 countries, as well at American Chambers of Commerce, World Trade Centers, and major trade shows and expos.
Commercial News USA is a source of information about U.S. products and services in industry categories such as automotive, construction, health and beauty, medical equipment and more.
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 WEBINARS
U.S. Commercial Service Online Training
Creating International Sales and Profiles
The U.S. Commercial Service is pleased to offer you some of the same international business training that our trade specialists and commercial officers receive at a special discount provided online by Texas Tech University.
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U.S. Census Bureau's Foreign Trade Regulations
Export Commodity Classification/ Schedule B
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Learn how to comply with the mandatory Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR) when exporting your products overseas. This webinar, presented by the U.S. Census Bureau, is the second in a series of five webinars. A Census Bureau expert will discuss the harmonized system, useful classification tools, general rules of interpretations, and the Schedule B Manual. A question and answer session will follow the presentation. For more information, contact Linda Abbruzzese at Linda.Abbruzzese@mail.doc.gov.
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Selling Medical Equipment in Brazil
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Brazil's dynamic market represents great potential for American exporters, particularly suppliers to the medical equipment industry. This webinar will focus on distribution, marketing, and regulatory issues related to selling medical equipment in Brazil. For more information, please contact Pompeya Lambrecht at Pompeya.Lambrecht@mail.doc.gov or by phone at 602-277-5223.
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 ONLINE LIBRARY
FileShare System
The newest addition to WTC Delaware's resources is the FileShare system. This online resource is available to WTC Delaware members and offers Country Profiles as well as industry information for specific countries. From the WTC Delaware website, enter your email address and password in the WTC Delaware FileShare Login section in the left column, and select the folder labeled "Seminar Presentations." If you do not have your password, please contact us at 302-656-7905 or info@wtcde.com and we will send it to you.
The FileShare system also provides members with a place to upload company information and brochures as well as access to WTC Delaware Member logos available for use by members. |
DELAWARE TRADE LEADS
This is a great way to get your company's information to overseas buyers, sellers, or distributors - at NO COST to you! Are you a Supplier, Exporter, Manufacturer, Importer, Buyer or Trading Company? Twice each month a Delaware Trade Lead Bulletin, comprised of leads from companies in Delaware, is sent out via email not only to World Trade Centers all over the world, but to American Chambers of Commerce and other business organizations as well. The bulletin is also posted on our website in the Trade Leads section. A link to the February 2th bulletin is below. Delaware Trade Leads Categories include: Commercial Aircraft Wheels and Brakes, Conformity Assessment, Synthetic Fibers, Relocation Services, Logistics and Transportation, Jewelry, Travel Size Personal Care Products. |
| INTERNATIONAL TRADE FACTS
Philadelphia Area Chemical Engineer
Found Guilty of Violating Iran Sanctions
A federal jury in Philadelphia this past Friday convicted a chemical engineer who holds a Ph.D from Stanford University of a number of crimes relating to doing business with Iran. Dr. Ali Amirnazmi, a citizen of the U.S. and Iran, participated in illegal business transactions with Iran between 1996 and 2008. Amirnazmi also allegedly engaged in investments with companies located in Iran, including a chemical company controlled in whole or in part by the government of Iran.
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Saudi Customs Authorities New Regulation
Effective February 1, 2009
The Saudi customs Authority has given strict directives that the country of origin / made in -------- must be mentioned ( engraved or affixed - non removable sticker ) on each item and also should be priced on the boxes or cartons.
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REGIONAL INTERNATIONAL EVENTS - 2009
New York City, NY
Bilateral Trade and Investment Opportunities with Colombia
Manhattan Chamber of Commerce
Monday, February 23, 2009
Come and learn about the global business possibilities with Colombia from our keynote speaker, the Honorable Francisco Santos, Vice President of the Republic of Colombia.
Businesses who are decision makers from high profile companies with potential interest in Colombia, in sectors such as industrial (food & beverages, mining, apparel, flower, pharmaceuticals, packaging, agribusiness, etc.), IT (hardware, software, BPO, call centers), services are encouraged to attend.
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| Washington, D.C.
Syrian "Al- Farah" Choir Performance
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
A choir of more than 100 children based in the Lady of Damascus Church in Syria -will perform Byzantine, Muslim, and Arab songs as part of the Kennedy Center's "ARABESQUE: Arts of the Arab World". Their performance will take place on February 24, 6:00 pm, at the Eisenhower Theater of the Kennedy Center, and is free of charge.
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| Washington, D.C.
International Trade and Corporate Compliance Seminar
Neville Peterson LLP
Wednesday and Thursday, February 25 & 26, 2009
Neville Peterson LLP, an international trade law firm with offices in New York and Washington, DC, will be holding a trade compliance seminar on February 25 and 26, 2009, in Washington. The seminar will cover both United States and European Union import and export regulatory requirements, including important new developments that will affect all parties involved in international trade with those regions.
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Atlantic City, NJ
Advanced Export Controls Seminar and Open Forum
Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort
Thursday and Friday, March 5 & 6, 2009
Join us for a specially designed two-day advanced program analyzing the principles and key advanced issues in arms exporting through the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) after 9/11.
This seminar is designed to provide an in-depth analysis of several key exporting issues focusing on the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. The seminar provides a forum for an extensive, incisive analysis of critical issues confronting exporters in a dynamic, changing exporting environment. The seminar features a participative, interactive methodology of discussion, hypothetical problems and discussions.
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Huntsville, AL
Automated Export System: Seminar and Workshop
Tuesday and Wednesday, March 17- March 18, 2009
The
U.S. Census Bureau now requires mandatory filing of export information through
the AES for all shipments where a Shipper's Export Declaration (SED) is
required. Anyone submitting paper SEDs are now in violation and subject to
penalties. Speakers from the U.S. Census Bureau will explain exporters'
responsibilities under the laws, filing required export information through the
AES, and Schedule B classification requirements. Port officers from U.S.
Customs and Border Protection will cover port requirements and efforts against
terrorism and international narcotics trafficking. For questions or additional
information, contact Robert Stackpole at Robert.Stackpole@mail.doc.gov
or 205-731-1333.
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Jacksonville, FL
6th Annual North America's Marine Highways Conference
Wednesday and Thursday, April 1 & 2, 2009
The North America's Marine Highways Conference - vital for shippers, truckers, short-sea operators and ports, among others - will address when vessel operators should be able to move freight on coastal routes, rivers and the Great Lakes; the challenges and opportunities for short sea in North America; legislative, regulatory and technology developments; and commercial ventures as well as success stories regarding battling highway congestion.
Session topics Include: America's Deep Blue Highway, The Green Highway, Inland and Coastal Carriers; Progress Save the Intracoastal?, Operations: Hub and Spoke, Operations: Point to Point, Operations: Great Lakes, Operations: Kick-start.
Contact Christina Smith at (760) 294-5563 or at csmith@joc.com.
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Wilmington, DE
4th Annual "Experience the Taste of Chile" Dinner
The Chilean and American Chamber of Commerce
Tuesday, April 28th, 2009
The Chilean and American Chamber of Commerce invite you for an evening of authentic Chilean food and wine when we celebrate the continued strength of the commercial trade between Chile and the Greater Philadelphia region.
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 INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES
Los Angeles: California
22nd Asia/Pacific Business Outlook
April 6- April 7, 2009
APBO 2009, produced by the USC Marshall School of Business in partnership with the U.S. Department of Commerce, will provide you with the tools to help your business prosper in diverse Asian markets.
Get the contacts and the valuable information you need-- in one place, at one time. In two days, 50 Asia experts will provide 60 seminars and workshops on fourteen markets around the Pacific Rim: China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia, and New Zealand. Also, the 14 Senior Commercial Officers from American embassies in Asia will be available to provide 250 private, one-on-one consultation appointments with APBO participants.Register Online |
Egypt: Cairo
2nd Annual U.S. Franchise Development Expo
April 7 - April 8, 2009
Many local and regional investors are interested in American franchises. During the past few years the U.S. Commercial Service specialists have recruited delegates to attend the annual International Franchise Expo (IFE); however, not all interested delegate members succeed in attending. Thus, this Expo would be an opportunity for both parties to meet in a central location. For American participants this conference would provide an opportunity to meet investors from many regional countries.
The Expo will bring together government leaders, U.S. Franchisors, potential franchisees, industry experts, and representatives of the media to discuss these and other issues.
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Egypt: CairoFood & Health International Exhibition and Conference
April 21 - April 23, 2009
The Egyptian Commercial Service presents this exhibition and conference to gather all main parties in food industry and investment sector that are looking for good investment and great business networking opportunities in the industry.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina: Sarajevo
4th Business Conference: Discover Business Opportunities in Emerging Markets
May 11 - May 12, 2009
The 4th Business Conference: "Discover Business Opportunities in Emerging Markets" is pleased to present financing infrastructure, municipalities and regional development in the Balkans and Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2009; as well as the investment projects, privatization, up-to-date experiences and perspectives, infrastructure for development and support of SMEs in the region - international support projects & funds, media in the region and all the aspects of tourism development.
Please contact Mrs. Slavica Korica at fipa@fipa.gov.ba for more information or if you are interested in attending this conference. |
Canada: Mississauga, ON
FITT's 12th Annual Conference
May 25 - May 26, 2009
FITT - the world's leading international trade training and professional certification body - welcomes community members and industry professionals to the 12th Annual Conference, featuring CME's Global Business 20/20 Summit.
This year, in partnership with CME, FITT is pleased to offer an expert international trade collective featuring focused roundtables, dynamic key-note speakers, awards, and direct networking opportunities. With industry-spanning information, this forum is the ideal place to engage with the specialized and dynamic trade community.
Please note: The conference website is currently under construction. Stay tuned for more information or contact Silvia Baptista, Manager of Marketing Communications, at silvia@fitt.ca.
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 INTERNATIONAL TRADE SHOWS
February 2009 - April 2009
Egypt: Cairo
Cairo Inter Leather 2009
February 19 - February 22, 2009
Since the inception of the Qualified Industrial Zones agreement, Egypt has increased its exports substantially, which gives the U.S. buyer an opportunity to buy duty-free premium Egyptian leather products. The Egyptian Exporters Association - Expolink would like to assist foreign importers in sourcing leather quality products from Egypt through a Cairo Inter Leather trade show.
Please contact Dr. Ashraf El-Rabiey at (202) 265-91111 or comegyus@verizon.net for more information and a chance to qualify for a 3-days trip to Cairo Inter Leather 2009. |
Peru: Lima
Peru Trade and Development Mission
Chamber of the Americas
March 1- March 5, 2009
The registration packet contains information necessary to prepare for a smooth and successful trip. Returning completed forms promptly will allow mission coordinators to prepare for a successful mission on your behalf. There is a two-step registration process for the mission. Each individual joining the trade mission must (1) submit a signed Registration Form and (2) pay the full mission fee. You can fill in the forms included in this packet and fax it to 303-462-1560 or email to Gil Cisneros at gil@chamberoftheamericas.com. |
Germany: Hanover CeBIT 2009March 3 - March 8, 2009
This event is will attract an estimated 500,000 visitors from around the world (over 20% non-German), making it the largest and most reputable information technology trade show. Over 6,000 exhibitors from 77 countries will be represented at CeBIT. An estimated 50% of the visitors are IT decision makers who represent various industry sectors. Highlights for 2009 include eHEALTH, internet and mobile solutions, and eLEARNING, which will be addressed in the CeBIT Global Conferences.
Please contact David Mathe at (302) 577-8467or david.mathe@state.de.us for more information or if you are interested in attending this event. |
India: Mumbai, Maharashtra
Innovative Technologies for Manufacturing Expo
March 5 - March 7 , 2009
The ITM Expo provides an ideal platform for the innovative global companies & SMEs from various sectors for global partnering. It gives an opportunity for every business organization to explore and showcase the innovative trends and capabilities, to gain business processing efficiency and to forge new business alliances. The objective of this Expo is to assist technology upgrades and modernization.
Please contact Rebecca Faber at (302) 656-7905 or rfaber@wtcde.com for more information or if you are interested in attending this show. |
| Italy: Milan
U.S. Pavilion at MIDO 2009
March 6 - March 9, 2009
MIDO 2009 is the leading international trade show for the optical sector. Over 1,200 exhibitors, most of which were foreign companies, and about 46,000 visitors, about 60 percent of which were international, attended the show in 2008.
For more information contact Federico.Bevini@mail.doc.gov or visit the following website:
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Jakarta: Indonesia
International Furniture & Craft Fair Indonesia
March 11- March 15, 2009
Who should participate: Producer, Exporter, Manufacturer, Wholesalers/Retailers, Small &
Medium Enterprises of Furniture and Handicrafts Industry from
Government/Government Agency, Regency/City, State-Owned Enterprises,
Private Sectors and others.
Who should attend: Furniture and Craft Consumer, international and national buyers, trade
and industry association national and international, Government
Officials and public.
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Cairo: Egypt
Cairo International Fair
March 18- 27, 2009
The
U.S. Commercial Service is organizing a Catalog Show for U.S. medical and healthcare companies to be held
at the Cairo International Fair, the largest annual exhibition in Cairo, Egypt.
This ten-day exhibition offers you a rare chance to showcase, as well as
market, your products, technologies and services directly to Egyptian
distributors. For more information, contact Jihan Labib at jihan.labib@mail.doc.gov or by phone
at +20-2-2797-2223.
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New Delhi: India
Certified Trade Fair: U.S. Pavilion at Medical Fair India 2009
March 27- March 29, 2009
Healthcare is expected to be one of India's largest industries, with
present growth rates of around 13 percent per year. Medical Fair India,
organized in part by Messe Düsseldorf, the organizers of Medica, is the largest
healthcare fair in India
and draws attendance from all over the region. The U.S. Commercial Service
would like to invite you to exhibit in the U.S. Pavilion at the show. By
registering through the U.S. Commercial Service, you can exhibit for a discounted
rate and benefit from our additional promotional services. For more
information please contact Jetta.DeNend@mail.doc.gov.
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| Japan: Tokyo
Wine & Gourmet Japan
April 22 - April 24, 2009
Wine & Gourmet Japan is the first dedicated professional exhibition for wine & spirits, gourmet & fine food, confectionery, food catering and foodservice equipment & supplies for the Japanese market.
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| Guatemala: Guatemala City
2nd Annual Central American Energy Supply Security Forum
May 6- May 7, 2009
The 2nd Annual Central American Energy Supply Security Forum follows the successful launch of the event in Panama in 2008. This year, discussions will center on the effects of the financial crisis on liquidity and investment in energy projects; the impact of the new U.S. Administration on regional energy issues, with particular focus on renewables; the implications of the declining world prices for fossil fuels; and the status of regional energy initiatives such as the SIEPAC Interconnection Project.
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China: Shenzhen
International Imports Procurement Fair
June 26- June 27, 2009
The World Trade Center of Shenzhen, China presents a fair for the advancement of foreign companies entering the Chinese market. The Chinese import market is expected to grow over the next several years. WTC Shenzhen structures the fair to be a platform for communication and cooperation between foreign exporters and domestic importers.
Please contact Mr. Joe Wang at specialwayjoe@hotmail.com for more information or if you are interested in attending this conference. | |
WTC DELAWARE MEMBER NEWS 
Speakman Company Received the
2008 W.L. Gore Award of Excellence
Speakman Company received the 2008 Delaware Quality W.L. (Bill) Gore Award of Excellence on February 5, 2009 at the University of Delaware. The Gore Award recognizes Delaware based companies that demonstrate high level of performance excellence. This is the highest award given by the independent Panel of Judges of the Delaware Quality Award (DQA).
The Speakman Company was founded in 1869 as a plumbing pipefitting company. Leading the market transformation into modern-day showering nearly a century ago, Speakman showerheads are still considered absolutely the best. Retaining its independent and privately held status, Speakman has forged a reputation for continuous product innovation and quality leadership. Speakman is an acknowledged leader in specification quality plumbing fittings, electronic faucets and water bearing safety equipment.
For more information about Speakman Company's line of innovative products registered to ISO 9001:2000, please visit www.speakmancompany.com or call us at 1-800-537-2107. |
WORLD TRADE CENTER ASSOCIATION NEWS
BIZZ AWARDS 2009 TO
WORLD TRADE CENTER MONTEVIDEO
The World Confederation of Businesses has bestowed to World Trade Center Montevideo the Bizz Awards 2009, for the "high quality of excellence of its activities". This is the second consecutive year that the World Confederation of Businesses distinguishes WTC Montevideo. Professor Nelson Pilosof, President of World Trade Center Montevideo, will received the Medal "Top Success" next August 2009, in a Ceremony organized by the World Confederation of Businesses at the Conrad Hotel Punta del Este, Uruguay. The World Confederation of Businesses is represented in more than twenty countries in the Americas, Europe and Africa, and represents thousands of Companies. |
WELCOME LAST MONTH'S NEW & RENEWED MEMBERS! January 2009 Members:
SUSTAINING
STANDARD CORPORATE
ETrade Online (US) LLC
Sinergia FC, Inc.
Technical Consulting Brokers LLC |
LAST WEEK'S TRIVIA QUESTION
In which city can a box which is supposed to contain the remains of Saint Valentine be seen  each February 14? A) Vienna C) Paris B) Rome D) Dublin
Answer: D)
Over the centuries, the holiday evolved, and by the 18th century, gift-giving and exchanging hand-made cards on Valentine's Day had become common in England. Hand-made valentine cards made of lace, ribbons, and featuring cupids and hearts eventually spread to the American colonies. Today, of course, the holiday has become a booming commercial success. According to the Greeting Card Association, 25% of all cards sent each year are valentines. |
WTC Delaware
Sustaining Corporate Members
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The World Trade Center Delaware is a non-profit organization that assists small and medium-sized companies in expanding 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
ph: 302-656-7905
fax: 302-656-7956
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