Below are upcoming Commercial Service initiatives designed to connect you to business opportunities around the world.
1) Celebrating World Trade Month
2) Event: 2008 National District Export Council Conference
3) Webinar: EU Standards and Compliance – Accessing the European Market
4) Webinar: Market Opportunities in India
5) Webinar: Doing Business with the Arab States of the Persian Gulf
6) Webinar Series: Intellectual Property Rights
Please scroll down to learn more about each opportunity. If you have any questions about these initiatives, please contact your local U.S. Commercial Service trade specialist. To find the trade specialist nearest you please visit http://www.buyusa.gov/home/us.html.
Celebrating World Trade Month
President Franklin Roosevelt in 1935, officially proclaimed World Trade Week as a national observance to recognize the importance of international commerce to our economy and way of life. Today, in many parts of the world, the week encompasses the entire month of May. The Commercial Service will be supporting local events across the country and around the world during May to help bring home the bene f its of trade. Here are a few of our World Trade Month highlights:
· Colombia Tariff Ticker. U.S. Commerce Secretary Carlos M. Gutierrez and leaders of Congress unveiled the “Colombia Tariff Ticker,” which tracks the dollar value of tariffs since the signing of the U.S.-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement 520 days ago. As the Tariff Ticker approaches the $1 billion mark, the Agreement awaits Congressional approval. Find the ticker at http://trade.gov/index.asp.
· We are working to provide you with superior service. The Co m mercial Service has standardize its fees and is working to expand its reach on your behalf.
· Kenya is open for business. Despite recent news coverage, Kenya has made many positive developments that are opening up the economic climate and creating numerous opportunities for business and tourism. Kenya is a regional distribution center fo r trade across East Africa, home to the largest regional financial industry, and is investing aggressively in communications and transportation infrastructure.
Event: 2008 National District Export Council (DEC) Conference
Date: October 15-18, 2008
Venue: Palm Springs, California
Join us at the 2008 National DEC Conference. This year’s theme is "Travel & Trade: Redefining Exports and Imports for Today's Global Environment." This four-day event features keynote speeches on topics such as free trade agreements and safety and security; numerous breakout sessions; and industrial tours. For more information, please contact Fred Latuperissa at Fred.Latuperissa@mail.doc.gov or by phone at 909-466-4136.
Webinar: EU Standards and Compliance – Accessing the European Market
(Formerly EU Standards and Environmental Regulations)
Venue: Your computer
Date: May 6, 2008
Time: 11:00 a.m. ET (approximately 90 minutes)
Price: $35
Register: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/newWebinarRegistration.jsp?SmartCode=8Q4L
(Webinar access information will be sent upon registration)
The European Union – a market of 27 countries and 500 million people – offers endless opportunities for U.S. firms. When it comes to standards and technical regulations, the EU can be a maze of acronyms. Learn how to navigate these regulations, use trade agreements to your advantage, a nd increase market access opportunities for your goods and services. Get the latest information from Department of Commerce experts at the U.S. Mission to the European Union. For more information contact Barbara Lapini at Barbara.Lapini@mail.doc.gov.
Webinar: Market Opportunities in India
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Date: May 20, 2008
Time: 9:30 a.m. ET
Price: $35
Register: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/newWebinarRegistration.jsp?SmartCode=8Q51
(Webinar access information will be s e nt upon registration)
India is the largest democracy and fastest growing free-market in the world, which means more opportunities for your business to expand. The Indian market, with its one billion plus population, presents lucrative and diverse opportunities for U.S. exporters with the right products, services, and commitment. This webinar, the first in the series, will focus on the benefits of doing business in India. Find out why U.S. companies are succeeding in this market and learn about best industry sectors. For more information, please contact Gregory Briscoe at Gregory.Briscoe@mail.doc.gov.
Webinar: Doing Business with the Arab States of the Persian Gulf
Venue: Your computer
Date: May 22, 2008
Time: 11:00 a.m. ET
Price: $35
Register: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/newWebinarRegistration.jsp?SmartCode=8Q55
(Webinar access information will be sent upon registration)
Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates comprise one of the world’s fastest growing economic regions. Their booming economies provide companies with exciting business opportunities. Get an overview of these markets and explore business opportunities during this webinar. Speakers include experts and commercial officers from the region. For more information please contact Anita Walker at Anita.Walker@mail.doc.gov.
Webinar Series: Intellectual Property Rights
Webinar Series: Intellectual Property Rights
Growing markets offer exciting trade opportunities but can also raise concerns about intellectual property protection. Learn how to identify your intellectual property assets, protect your intellectual property, and consider strategies for enforcing your intellectual property rights against infringers in our Intellectual Property Rights webinar series. Also discover the numerous U.S. government resources that can help you protect and enforce your intellectual property rights at home and around the world. The following markets will be highlighted: India, Canada and Mexico, Russia, and China. See below for information on each webinar.
Webinar: Intellectual Property Rights in India
Venue: Your computer
Date: May 9, 2008
Time: 2:00 p.m. ET
Price: $35
Register: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/newWebinarRegistration.jsp?SmartCode=8Q4W
(Webinar access information will be sent upon registration)
For more information, contact Cassie Peters at Catherine.Peters@mail.doc.gov.
Webinar: Intellectual Property Rights in Canada and Mexico
Venue: Your computer
Date: May 15, 2008
Time: 2:00 p.m. ET
Price: $35
Register: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/newWebinarRegistration.jsp?SmartCode=8Q4X
(Webinar access information will be sent upon registration)
For more information, contact Sebastian Wright at Sebastian.Wright@mail.doc.gov.
Webinar: Intellectual Property Rights in Russia
Venue: Your computer
Date: May 23, 2008
Time: 2:00 p.m. ET
Price: $35
Register: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/newWebinarRegistration.jsp?SmartCode=8Q53
(Webinar access information will be sent upon registration)
For more information, contact Cassie Peters at Catherine.Peters@mail.doc.gov.
Webinar: Intellectual Property Rights in China
Venue: Your computer
Date: May 29, 2008
Time: 2:00 p.m. ET
Price: $35
Register: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/newWebinarRegistration.jsp?SmartCode=8Q56
(Webinar access information will be sent upon registration)
For more information, contact Jennifer Young at Jennifer.Young@mail.doc.gov.
The U.S. Commercial Service - Your Global Business Partner. With offices across the United States and in more than 75 countries, the U.S. Commercial Service of the U.S. Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration uses its global Network and international resources to connect U.S companies with international buyers worldwide. If you have any questions about these initiatives, please contact your local U.S. Commercial Service trade specialist. To find the trade specialist nearest you please visit http://www.buyusa.gov/home/us.html.
