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Which African nation was formerly called Zaire?
A) Zimbabwe B) Sierra Leone
C) Democratic Republic of Congo D) Morocco
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WTC DELAWARE - SUMMER HOURS
Effective June 1, 2009 through August 31, 2009, WTC Delaware will be open Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm. The office will be closed on Fridays.
If you have any questions, please contact Rebecca Faber at 302-656-7905 or rfaber@wtcde.com | |
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10th ANNUAL TUG CRUISE & MIXER
August 6, 2009
Location: Port Contractors Dock
601 Christiana Ave
Wilmington, DE 19801
Sponsors of this event include:
Wilmington Tug, Port Contractors, DRS, Dole, Citrosuco, Dogfish Head Brewery, Crew Wine Company, Empson Wine Importers and Cuca Fresca |
IMPACT ANALYSIS
Issues Impacting Global Business
July - August 2009
Is the Margaret Thatcher-Ronald Reagan economic model of free market capitalism dead? Once the post-global recessionary dust settles, companies, as well as countries, will need to prepare for what lies ahead (p1-3).
As President Obama seeks to boost the U.S. economy and build stronger ties with our friends abroad, he could advance both goals at once by urging Congress to pass the pending U.S.-Colombia FTA (p4).
Small business is the backbone of the U.S. economy and key to our economic recovery. Adjustments of various export promotion programs will help small business have an even larger impact (p5-6).
The global economic crisis has not ruined the appetite for Chinese mergers and acquisitions. Companies are looking to their China operations to offset losses in other markets (p7-8).
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 WTC DELAWARE MEMBERS
Strengthen Your Credentials
WTC Delaware and the University of Delaware Division of Professional and Continuing Studies (PCS) would like to announce a recent partnership forged between the two parties. As a result of this partnership WTC Delaware Members have the opportunity to strengthen their credentials through professional & continuing study programs at the University of Delaware Division of PCS at a discounted rate of 10%. Certificate programs are offered by the University of Delaware Division of PCS in the following fields:
Certificate Program Details
Please contact Rebecca Faber at rfaber@wtcde.com or 302-656-7905 for more information and to obtain the WTC Delaware Member registration discount code. |
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CANADA AND THE U.S.: PARTNERS IN ECONOMIC RECOVERY
A message from the Consulate of Canada in Philadelphia, PA.
In response to the U.S. Stimulus package's "Buy American" provision, the Canadian Consulate seeks to remind American consumers and businesses of the intimate link between their two economies. In these trying economic times, Canada has sustained considerable job losses and is in the process of implementing their own stimulus package to kick-start the economy. A discriminatory provision, like "Buy American", will only hurt the positive relationship that has led to at least 21,000 jobs in Delaware alone.
So, to ensure an expedient economic recovery, the U.S. and Canada must work together and remain committed to non-discriminatory measures.
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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? If so, please see our Delaware Trade Leads August 3rd Bulletin.
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.
Categories include: Load movement system, Copper-to-fiber connectivity products, NEB Fertilizer Additives, Management Consulting and Investment Banking, Hair jewelry accessories/fashion jewelry/handbags, Intellectual Property, Risk Analysis and Mitigation Strategies, Logistics Services, Material Handling Solutions
If you are interested in posting a lead, Contact Sean Kathleen Curran at 302-656-7905 or scurran@wtcde.com. |
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REGIONAL INTERNATIONAL EVENTS - 2009
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TRADE EVENTS
12th Latinamerican Forum of World Trade Centers in Panama 
The 12th Latinamerican Forum will be held in the city of Panama (Republic of Panama), from September 9th through September 12th, 2009, organized by WTC Panama. This Forum is open to all World Trade Centers directors worldwide to discuss business and tourism opportunities in the region. |
 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, amongst other things,
-Seminar Presentations
-Country Profiles
-Import/Export Guides
-Traveler information (Travel Dossiers available upon request)
-Industry specific information for foreign countries
From the WTC Delaware website, enter your email address and password in the WTC Delaware FileShare Login section in the left column. 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. |
LATIN AMERICAN TRADE COALITION 
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative is requesting public comments about how the U.S.-Colombia FTA will benefit the U.S. economy and U.S. workers, businesses, farmers, ranchers, and consumers. Please submit statements to USTR to express your support for the U.S.-Colombia FTA at http://regulations.gov. The deadline for submissions to USTR is noon on Tuesday, Septmber 15th. For questions regarding written comments, please contact Gloria Blue, Executive Secretary, Trade Policy Staff Committee, at (202) 395-3475.
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WELCOME LAST MONTH'S NEW & RENEWED MEMBERS!
July 2009 Members:
SUSTAINING
HSBC
PRIORITY CORPORATE
Delaware State University
Wachovia
STANDARD CORPORATE
Bayard P.A.
Sanosil International LLC
OVERSEAS CORPORATE
BSS USA Inc.
CNR Group LLC
MediSigma LLC
Raleigh Resource Group Inc.
Waysgo, Inc. |
| LAST MONTH'S POLL RESULTS & THIS MONTH'S POLL
July's Poll Results are in...
Which of the following results of the economic recession has most harshly influenced the economies of the developing world?
Decreased remittances 0%
Rising borrowing costs 33%
Falling World Trade 50%
Lower commodity prices 0%
Capital outflows 17%
Visit the WTC Delaware home page for August's poll and cast your vote! |
WTC DELAWARE MEMBER NEWS Be a part of the Trade Show in Doha
Peter Alois, WTC Delaware member and expert in international marketing, will be promoting his consulting company, Alois Global, Inc., at a trade show in Doha, Qatar from October 21st to the 23rd. This is a great opportunity for American businesses to market their products and services in a Middle East country expecting 5 to 6 percent growth in 2009. You can reserve your own 3 x 3 booth for $6,000, or Mr. Alois has offered to promote other business' products at his booth for a small fee.
If you are interested in seeing your product at the Doha trade show, Mr. Alois can be contacted via e-mail at contact@aloisglobal.com, or at 610-455-3969. |
| LAST WEEK'S TRIVIA QUESTION
What is the name of the first bank in the world's history? 
A) Credit Suisse Group C) Credit Lyonnais
B) Monte Dei Paschi di Siena D) ING Bank
Answer: B) Monte Dei Paschi di Siena.
This Italian bank, with headquarters in Siena, Tuscany, was founded in the year 1472 and is regarded as the oldest bank in the world. It is still one of the most important Italian banks, with branches in various parts of the world.
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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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