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Good afternoon!
According to the Doing Business 2009 Report, published by the World Bank, which of the following countries is easiest to do business within?
A) United Kingdom B) Saudi Arabia
C) Germany D) China
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FIRST ANNUAL SEPTEMBERFEST
A Networking Event Co-Hosted by World Trade Center, Wilmington University and NAPM (National Association of Purchasing Management.)
September 29, 2009 
Location: DuPont Country Club
1001 Rockland Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
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| CARGO SCREENING SEMINAR
Learn the TSA Screening Process and its Impact on your Business
September 30, 2009
Speaker: Jerry Trimarco, UPS
Location: Delaware Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
One Innovation Way, Suite 301
Newark, DE 19711
More Information TBA
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CANADIAN AMBASSADOR LUNCHEON 
Speaker: Ambassador Michael Wilson
More information TBA |
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS CERTIFICATE SERIES
ABCs of Importing / Exporting - Session I
October 7, 2009
Speaker: John Pastor
Director, International Trade & Development, State of Delaware
Location: Small Business Development Center
1 Innovation Way, Suite 301
Newark, DE 19711
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Register Online
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Import/Export Logistics & Documentation, IncoTerms - Session II
October 14, 2009 Speaker: Elliott Smith
Kintetsu World Express
Location: Small Business Development Center
1 Innovation Way, Suite 301
Newark, DE 19711
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International Payments & Risk Mitigation - Session III
October 21, 2009 Speaker: Susan Raymond
M&T Bank, Assistant VP, International Trade Services & Foreign Correspondent Banking
Location: Small Business Development Center
1 Innovation Way, Suite 301
Newark, DE 19711
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 PORT OF WILMINGTON MARITIME SOCIETY'S ANNUAL DINNER
November 11, 2009
Location: Hotel duPont
More Information TBA
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IMPACT ANALYSIS
Issues Impacting Global Business
September - October 2009 Issue
The recently held North American Leaders Summit with President Obama, Canadian Prime Minister Harper and Mexican President Calderon failed to enhance regional competitiveness. Few vital issues were discussed, while disputes continue to cause friction (p1-2).
The BRICS-Brazil, Russia, India and China-wish to exert greater unified influence. But can they? More divides than binds them (p3).
Chinese companies are racing up the technology ladder and threatening many North American industries in the process. Read what you can do (p4-6).
U.S. trade policy is unclear and the ambiguous signals are confusing. This needs to change (p7-8).
Impact Analysis |
 10% DISCOUNT FOR
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.comor 302-656-7905 for more information and to obtain the WTC Delaware Member registration discount code. |
 REGIONAL INTERNATIONAL EVENTS - 2009
"Global Trade Today and the Risk of Protectionism."
Hosted by the Global Interdependence Center
September 18, 2009
Location: Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia
10 Independence Mall # 1
Philadelphia, PA 19106-1574
This half-day program is entitled "Global Trade Today and the Risk of Protectionism." Speakers include Ambassadors from the EU Commission in Washington, D.C., and the Gulf Cooperation Council in New York City. Peter Alois is chairing this event for the Global Interdependence Center. Peter is a retired American commercial diplomat with his own export consulting company based in West Chester. Other speakers are from Moody's Economy, West Chester University and the Consulates of Canada and of Mexico in Philadelphia.
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TRADE EVENTS
Sponsored by the Eastern Trade Council
March 15-19, 2010
The Eastern Trade Council and the US Foreign Commercial Service is organizing this business development mission to Turkey in order to provide Northeast companies with an opportunity to experience first-hand the substantial opportunities that exist within this dynamic market.
This Mission will assist Northeast participants initiate or expand their market presence in Turkey's leading industry sectors by making business-to-business meetings, providing market access information, and providing access to key officials at relevant ministries within the Turkish government.
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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, 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. |
 NOMINATE YOUR COMPANY FOR A 2010
EXPORTER OF THE YEAR AWARD
Deadline: October 2, 2009
ThinkGlobal Inc., publisher of Commercial News USA, is seeking nominations for the 2010 ThinkGlobal/Commercial News USA Exporter of the Year awards.
Commercial News USA, the official export promotion magazine of the U.S. Commerce Department, is a catalog-style magazine distributed to an estimated 400,000 readers in 176 countries worldwide.
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COLOMBIA AND KOREA FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS 
Colombia
The United States Trade Representative (USTR) is conducting a review of labor-related issues in the context of the free trade agreement (FTA) between the United States and Colombia. As part of that review, the interagency Trade Policy Staff Committee (TPSC) seeks comment from the public to assist the USTR in working with the Colombian government to secure continued progress in ensuring that Colombia's workers can fully exercise their fundamental labor rights. The public is also invited to comment on other issues they believe relevant to the FTA, including the potential benefits of the agreement.
Korea
The USTR is also assessing how and to what extent the FTA between the United States and Korea makes progress in achieving the applicable purposes, policies, priorities, and objectives of the Bipartisan Trade Promotion Authority Act. The TPSC seeks public comment to assist the USTR in its assessment.
Comments should be submitted electronically via the Internet |
WTC DELAWARE MEMBER PROFILE - SEPTEMBER 2009
Marvin & Palmer Associates, Inc.
"Growth is our Business"
Established in 1986 by David Marvin and Stanley Palmer, Marvin Palmer & Associates began by managing Global Equities and U.S. Equities for institutional clients, expanding to Non-U.S. Equities in 1988 and Emerging Markets Equities in 1989. They have established one of the longest global equity track records in the money management industry.
Marvin & Palmer Associates has grown significantly over the years. They have grown from three employees, two accounts and $50 million under management, to sixty employees servicing 75 accounts with $5.7 billion under management as of July 31, 2009.
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WELCOME LAST MONTH'S NEW & RENEWED MEMBERS!
August 2009 Members:
STANDARD CORPORATE
Catalyx Technologies LLC
OVERSEAS CORPORATE
Aeolus Power Corporation
Amega Energy Corporation
Castellblanc Corporation
Deere Assistance Services LLC
Duy Thinh LLC
Dublie.com LLC
Market2 Profit LLC
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| 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! |
LAST WEEK'S TRIVIA QUESTION 
How did Malaya, the former name of Malaysia, gain independence from the British in 1957?
A) Local democratic elections and B) Revolutionary war of independence
eventual independence
C) Communist uprising and violence D) By a United Nations resolution
Answer: C) Communist uprising and violence
In 1948, the Federation of Malaya, the former name of Malaysia, was formed. It restored the autonomy of the rulers of the Malay states but still held them under British protection. Rebels lead by the Malayan Communist Party launched guerrilla operations designed to force the British out of Malaya. The Malayan Emergency, as it was known, lasted from 1948 to 1960, and involved a long anti-insurgency campaign by British Commonwealth troops in Malaya. Against the backdrop of the Cold War, independence for the Federation of Malaya was granted on August 31, 1957. Malaysia was later formed in 1963.
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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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