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the Louisiana Department of Economic Development
the New Orleans U.S. Export Assistance Center
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
- SWEDISH
TRADE MISSION TO VISIT LAFAYETTE AND NEW ORLEANS
- EXPORT-IMPORT
WORKSHOPS IN THREE MORE CITIES
- LAFAYETTE AND
NEW ORLEANS TRADE FINANCE SEMINARS
- PREVENTING TRAFFIC IN
COUNTERFEIT GOODS
- LATIN AMERICAN
FORUM TO BE HELD IN NEW ORLEANS
- EXPORTERS LOOK TO CHINA
FOR MORE TRADE
- U.S. CATALOG SHOW AT ARAB
HEALTH 2006
- LOUISIANA ATTORNEY
TO ATTEND WTO CONFERENCE
- EAC OFFERS ASSISTANCE
- CS FEATURED
MARKETS: JAPAN AND THE NETHERLANDS
- U.S.
PAVILION AT SECURITY EQUIPMENT SHOW IN JORDAN
- LIBYA COMMERCIAL GUIDE
- AGRIBUSINESS
INTERNATIONAL TRADE OPPORTUNITIES
- FREE MARKET RESEARCH
REPORTS AVAILABLE
- CHINA
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS ADVISORY PROGRAM
- PROTECTING
YOUR INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IN KOREA
- SAVE $100 ON CNUSA
WORLDWIDE ADVERTISING
- TRADE SHOW
OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOUISIANA COMPANIES
- MEXICAN AIRPORT TRADE PROMOTION
- CAFTA-DR WEBSITE
OFFERS USEFUL INFORMATION
- ADDITIONAL FUNDS FOR
MAP BRANDED PROGRAM
- WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL
UPCOMING EVENTS
- U.S. COMMERCIAL
SERVICE OFFICE OPENS IN DAKAR
- LOUISIANA TRADE
DIRECTORY AND RIVER GUIDE
- MEXICO ANNOUNCES
PROCUREMENT AMENDMENT
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| On December 7 and 8 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 15
visiting companies from Sweden will be introducing their state-of-the-art
products and technologies in Lafayette and New Orleans. The location in
Lafayette on the 7th is the Lafayette Economic Development Authority
(LEDA) and in New Orleans on the 8th at the World Trade Center.
The common business objective for the 15 Swedish companies in Louisiana
is hurricane-related revitalization efforts and preventive measures. The
areas represented among the companies include technology for flood
control; water purification; sanitary controls; mold remediation; drying
out procedures; color removal; construction techniques; emergency
services; demolition; flood barriers for commercial buildings;
purification of sludge, soil and gravel; biological toilet systems; light
concrete; floor dry systems; construction of homes with steel elements;
and prefabricated light-weight concrete framing joists.
The companies have an array of interests including partnering with
Louisiana companies; establishing a U.S. subsidiary; marketing their
products through a distributor in the state; and having Louisiana
companies manufacture their products. Louisiana businessmen and women who
wish to pursue such opportunities with the Swedish companies, hear their
presentations, and have in one-on-one meetings with their representatives
at no charge should plan to attend.
The trade mission is being sponsored by the Swedish Inventors
Association in conjunction with the Swedish-American Chamber of
Commerce/South Central United States. Louisiana Economic Development, Le
Centre International de Lafayette, and the World Trade Center are the
Louisiana host organizations.
For additional information about the Swedish companies and the one-day
events in Lafayette and New Orleans, contact Steve Vassallo with the
Swedish-American Chamber at sovassallo@sacc-scus.org
or call (601) 594-1919, or visit the Chamber's website at www.sacc-scus.org.
Companies interested in meeting with the Swedish executives in Lafayette
may also contact Brady Mouton at LEDA at bradym@lafayette.org,
or contact the International Center at (337) 291-5474 or amorgan@lafayette.org.
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| The World Trade Center and its partner organizations
throughout the state will be holding three more one-day workshops on the
"ABCs of Export-Import Business" in Louisiana in December and
January. Covering the basics of exporting and importing, the program is
designed for small and medium-sized companies that are interested in
participating in the global marketplace.
Many companies are finding after Katrina and Rita that they want to
rebuild or expand the market base for their goods and services by looking
abroad to increase sales, while other firms are interested in sourcing
internationally for such products as construction materials. The main
topics to be discussed at the workshops are: export marketing and sourcing
of imports; logistics and documentation; legal considerations; methods of
payment and trade finance; and available resources in Louisiana to assist
companies.
The upcoming ABCs workshops will be held in Shreveport (December 6),
Alexandria (December 7) and Monroe (January 19). Workshops were held in
November in Lafayette and New Orleans.
The speakers include: Eugene Schreiber of the World Trade Center;
Ruperto Chavarri, International Trade Center/SBDC; Larry Collins of
Louisiana Economic Development; Pat Holt of the Shreveport Export
Assistance Center, and Billy App with the International Freight Forwarders
and Customs Brokers Association. Other speakers will be a commercial
banker and representatives of several other agencies and organizations. At
the conclusion of the program at 4:00 p.m. the speakers will be available
for individual consultations with the participants.
For workshop details and to register, call the WTC at (504) 529-1601,
ext. 222 or click here.
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| Le Centre International and the World Trade Center are
sponsoring an interactive one-day seminar in Lafayette on December 8 and
New Orleans on December 9 on "The Secrets of Successful Trade
Financing," providing valuable tools, techniques, and practical
knowledge for export financing. Attendees will gain a clear understanding
of how to use financing tools such as letters of credit and government
resources; offer competitive terms and yet receive payment upon shipment;
protect balance sheets from the risks of international trade; and identify
creditworthy prospects. Chip Thomas, a global trade and banking expert,
will lead the program. For details click here,
or call (504) 529-1601, ext. 222 or (337) 291-5474.
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| The Strategy Targeting Organized Piracy (STOP!) is a
comprehensive U.S. Department of Commerce initiative designed to smash the
criminal networks that traffic in fakes, stop trade in pirated and
counterfeit goods at America's borders, block bogus goods around the
world, and help small businesses secure and enforce their rights in
overseas markets. For more information on these efforts in China, Korea,
Taiwan, Mexico and Russia, visit the website www.stopfakes.gov.
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| As a further step in New Orleans' economic recovery, Norman
Anderson, the President and CEO of CG/LA Infrastructure LLC based in
Washington, D.C., announced on November 11 at the World Trade Center that
CG/LA's Fourth Annual Latin American Leadership Forum will be held on
March 28-29, 2006 in New Orleans. The international event, which was
previously held each year in Washington, is expected to bring 500-600
executives to the city for the two-plus days of meetings that will focus
on the Top 40 infrastructure projects in Latin America.
"This action demonstrates our support of New Orleans in its
recovery efforts and signals to the international business community the
return of the city and its ports, which are vitally important to the
entire Western Hemisphere," said Mr. Anderson. "This is a
tremendous opportunity to support and showcase New Orleans. I believe that
the world-class industries that Louisiana offers to Latin America in
inter-modal transportation and logistics, shipbuilding, oil and gas,
agribusiness, and other sectors is a comeback story that needs to be
highlighted."
Among those welcoming Mr. Anderson to New Orleans and applauding his
announcement were Lt. Governor Mitch Landrieu, Louisiana Secretary of
Economic Development Michael Olivier, Port of New Orleans President Gary
LaGrange, Consul General of Costa Rica and Dean of the Consular Corps
Gonzalo Calderon, and World Trade Center President Charles Nelson on
behalf of the 2,000 corporate and individual members of the WTC.
The sponsors of the 2006 Forum include SAS Institute, Aon, Banco do
Brasil, Black & Veatch, Cemex, Global Crossing, Felsberg &
Associates, patton Boggs, Taylor-DeJohngh, Exxon, the Inter-American
Development Bank, the World Bank's Multilateral Investment Guarantee
Agency (MIGA) and the Bank's International Finance Corporation (IFC).
Leading international firms in Louisiana also will be invited to
participate as sponsors.
CG/LA Infrastructure focuses on creating wealth in the global
infrastructure marketplace by assisting countries, regions, and companies
to become increasingly competitive in areas of strategic advantage.
Clients are private companies across all ranges of infrastructure project
creation -- engineering, equipment, financial and service firms.
Additional information is contained at www.cg-la.com.
The CG/LA announcement was the second major international event for New
Orleans to be announced at the WTC recently. On October 13 the World Trade
Centers Association, comprised of 278 WTCs in 78 countries, announced that
it has decided to hold its 2007 Annual General Assembly in New Orleans to
demonstrate its confidence and support of all WTCs in restoring their
longstanding trading ties with New Orleans.
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| The U.S. Department of Commerce/U.S. Commercial Service
recently released data citing Louisiana small and medium-sized enterprises
(SMEs) exporting to China increased by 147 percent from 1999 to 2002,
growing from 59 companies to 146. The number of SMEs nationwide exporting
to China increased 354 percent from 1992-2002, making China the
fastest-growing export destination in the world for American business.
SMEs comprise 87 percent of the 16,434 U.S. exporters selling to that
country.
Ninety-five percent of the world's consumers live outside of the United
States, and more Louisiana companies are looking to increase their bottom
line by exporting and making new sales to China. In 2004, Louisiana
exports to China amounted to nearly $2.2 billion. China is the state's
second largest export market. Top Louisiana exports to China include crop
production; chemical, machinery, and primary metal manufactures; and waste
and scrap.
Louisiana companies with a marketing presence in Shanghai or Beijing
can expand their distribution networks to additional cities under the
recently announced American Trading Centers Initiative. Under this
program, American companies have exclusive access to a network of 14
regional offices in China, operated by the U.S. Commercial Service and the
china Council for the Promotion of International Trade. Services include
providing the latest in market intelligence, scheduling individual
appointments with potential agents and distributors, organizing
translation services, hotel rooms, and local transportation. For more
information, call the U.S. Export Assistance Center in New Orleans at
(504) 589-6546 or in Shreveport at (318) 676-3064.
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| Arab Health is the leading international health care
industry show in the Middle East region. This year's event will be held at
the Dubai World Trade Center in the United Arab Emirates on January 22-25,
2006. The show draws attendees from the Middle East, North Africa, Europe,
and India. Last year's attendance totalled 1,737 exhibitors from 63
countries and 28,473 visitors, including high quality industry
professionals. The U.S. Department of Commerce will feature an American
Product Literature Center (catalog show) at Arab Health for only $500 to
U.S. companies. Details and registration form are online at www.buyusa.gov/uae/en/arab_health.html.
The Arab Health 2006 website is at: www.arabhealthonline.com.
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| Edward T. Hayes, an attorney with Saporito Law Firm in New
Orleans, has been credentialed to attend the World Trade Organization's
6th Ministerial Conference in Hong Kong, China from December 13 -18. Mr.
Hayes will be attending all non-governmental organization meetings and
briefings and will have access to negotiators from the 148 member
countries constituting the World Trade Organization. This is a landmark
Ministerial Conference as world trade leaders work to conclude the Doha
Round of trade negotiations. Any Louisiana businesses with an interest in
the ongoing negotiations are invited to contact Mr. Hayes at ehayes@saporitolawfirm.com.
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| The New Orleans Export Assistance Center of the U.S.
Commercial Service, assists Louisiana companies by providing market
information, trade leads and promotion abroad through a myriad of
services. Contact International Trade Specialists: Delilah DeSouza at
(504) 915-3301 or Clif Gaston at (504) 589-6546/via email: Delilah.desouza@mail.doc.gov,
Clif.gaston@mail.doc.gov.
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| The U.S. Department of Commerce/Commercial Service's latest
featured markets are Japan and the Netherlands.
U.S. exports to Japan have risen steadily over the last several years,
and exchange rates continue to favor U.S. exporters. Best prospects for
U.S. exports to Japan include:
The Commercial Service (CS) has six offices in Japan's major business
centers (Tokyo, Fukuoka, Nagoya, Naha, Osaka-Kobe, Sapporo.) More
information on doing business in Japan is available at: www.buyusa.gov/japan/en/.
The Netherlands is a prosperous and open economy that is heavily
dependent on foreign trade. The economy is noted for stable industrial
relations, moderate inflation, a sizable account surplus, and an important
role as a European transportation hub. The United States is the largest
foreign investor in the Netherlands and has its largest bilateral trade
surplus in this country. The Netherlands has capitalized on its strategic
European location and advanced economy to become one of the top dozen
trading nations in the world. Best prospects for U.S. exports to the
Netherlands include:
- Automotive Parts and Accessories
- Construction Equipment (Bathroom Equipment)
- Computer Services
- Computer Software
- Environmental Products
- Medical Equipment
- Safety and Security Equipment and Systems
- Telecommunications Equipment
- Telecommunication Services
- Transport and Distribution Services
Commercial Service offices in the Netherlands are located in Amsterdam
and The Hague. For more information on doing business with the
Netherlands, log on to: www.buyusa.gov/netherlands/en/.
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| The U.S. Department of Commerce has granted Trade Fair
Certification to Marketing International Corporation to organize the
official U.S. Pavilion at SOFEX 2006 (6th International Special Operations
Forces Exhibition and Conference). The show will be held on March 27-30 at
King Abdullah Airbase, Amman, Jordan, with site security provided by the
Jordanian military. Over 420 exhibitors from 15 countries are expected to
participate. The event is not open to the public; however, over 10,000
military and business visitors from 23 countries, 15 foreign military
delegations with over 200 government/military VIP officials, and hundreds
of journalists and media personnel are expected to attend. Details on
exhibiting or attending SOFEX '06 are at www.sofexjordan.com. The U.S.
Commerce Trade Fair Certification Program is a cooperative arrangement
between private sector show organizers and the U.S. Government to broaden
the base of U.S. exporters by introducing them to key trade fairs.
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| On September 20, President Bush terminated the
1986-declared state of emergency against Libya and revoked related
Executive Orders. This action removed most economic sanctions against
Libya. Trade between the U.S. and Libya, including the import/export of
goods or services, is now permitted, though some commercial transactions
remain subject to U.S. Department of Commerce export controls. To obtain a
copy of the 48-page joint U.S. State and Commerce Department document, go
to the U.S. Commercial Service Egypt website at: www.buyusa.gov/egypt/en/businesslibya.html.
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In an effort to assist U.S. firms in the agribusiness
industry to increase their export sales, the Agribusiness Team (consisting
of the U.S. Commercial Service, Foreign Agricultural Service, State
Regional Trade Groups, and various State Departments of Agriculture) has
created the on-line "Agribusiness e-Market Express."
Agribusiness includes the following industries:
- Agricultural machinery and chemicals
- Food processing and packaging equipment (including hotel and
restaurant equipment and refrigeration equipment)
- Processed foods and food ingredients
- Pet foods and supplies
Distributed once a month, this bulletin lists the most recent
agribusiness market research, trade leads, and trade events. The
Agribusiness e-Market Express bulletin has just been updated with reports
received in the last month from the overseas agribusiness industry
specialists working in the Commercial Sections and Foreign Agricultural
Service of the American Embassies and Consulates. Go to www.buyusa.gov/eme/agribusiness.html
to view and select the reports of interest to you.
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Sign up to receive free market research reports from the
U.S. Commercial Service on the e-Market Express website at http://www.buyusa.gov/eme/.
Reports are available in the following industries:
- Aerospace and Defense
- Agribusiness
- Automotive
- Architecture/Engineering Services and Building/Construction Products
- Cosmetics and Toiletries
- Energy
- Environmental
- Franchising
- Health Care
- Information and Communication Technology
- Safety and Security
- Textile and Apparel
- Travel and Tourism
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The U.S. Department of Commerce, in cooperation with the
American Bar Association, the National Association of Manufacturers, and
the American Chamber of Commerce in China, has established a new China
Intellectual Property Rights Advisory Program. Through this program,
American small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can request a free,
one-hour consultation with a volunteer attorney experienced in both IPR
issues and the Chine market to learn how to protect and enforce
intellectual property rights (IPR), such as trademarks, patents or
copyrights, in China. The SME China IPR Advisory Program seeks to:
- Help American businesses understand the steps they must take to
develop an intellectual property protection strategy for the Chinese
market;
- Help U.S. companies facing China-related IPR disputes pursue
resolution of their problems; and
- Reinforce the message that it is essential for U.S. companies to
take action to protect and enforce their IPR in accordance with China's
civil, administrative, and criminal laws, and that failing to act can have
devastating consequences for future business.
To request a free consultation with a volunteer attorney or obtain
additional information regarding this program, contact Christina Heid of
the American Bar Association preferably by email at introl@staff.abanet.org,
with the subject line "SME China IPR Advisory Program-Request for
Assistance," or by telephone at (202) 662-1034.
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| U.S. companies wishing to sell their products or services
in Korea should first and foremost register their intellectual property
rights (copyrights, trademarks or patents) in Korea. The best way to
enforce a right-holder's claims is to have their intellectual property
recognized by the Korean government. Protection of intellectual property
and the laws governing enforcement of these protections exist but are not
necessarily extra-territorial. What is understood and practiced in the
United States is not always practiced in Korea. When registering a
copyright, trademark, or patent, U.S. companies should maintain control of
their intellectual property even if they request their Korean agent to do
the processing. This control is particularly important should the
relationship dissolve. In previous cases where the Korean agent maintained
control of the intellectual property, long, costly legal battles have
ensued in order for the U.S. company to regain their trademark. For
additional information on how and where to register your IPR in Korea, go
to: www.buyusa.gov/korea/en/iprtoolkit.html.
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| Commercial News USA is the official export promotion
magazine of the United States Department of Commerce and is distributed by
U.S. Embassies and Consulates in 150 countries around the world. To
reserve ad space in the next issue of the publication and to take
advantage of $100 savings, complete the form at: www.thinkglobal.us/email_form.html
(The $100 offer applies to new ads only and expires on December 31, 2005).
Additional information, including testimonials and success stories by
exporters, is available on the Commercial News USA web site at www.export.gov/cnusa
or by calling 1-800-581-8533.
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| Environmental Industry Show in Europe: The U.S. Commercial
Service invites Louisiana companies to participate in the U.S. Pavilion of
TAU International, Italy's premier environmental show, scheduled on
January 24-27, 2006 in Milan. The Italian market for environmental
technologies and solutions is projected to reach $5 billion in 2005 and to
grow by four to six percent over the next few years. Italy relies heavily
on environmental imports, and excellent opportunities exist for American
companies offering innovative technologies and products. In its last
edition, TAU featured 300 exhibitors and 22,000 visitors.
The Global Petroleum Show June 13-15, 2006 in Calgary is Canada's
largest oil and gas industry event attracting 50,000 visitors from 85
countries. The U.S. Commercial Service is organizing a USA Business Center
right in the heart of the show. Canada is the world's third largest
producer of natural gas and the seventh largest producer of crude oil.
Undeveloped energy resources include major crude oil and natural gas
deposits in offshore areas in the north, gas reserves in the Yukon and
Northwest Territories, and massive reserves of oil sands in Alberta.
For details on both of these events, contact the U.S. Commercial
Service International Trade Specialists: Delilah DeSouza at 504-915-3301
or Clif Gaston at 504-589-6546/via email at: Delilah.desouza@mail.doc.gov,
and Clif.gaston@mail.doc.gov.
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| The Commercial Service in Mexico would like to introduce
U.S. companies' products to the procurement officers of airport groups in
Mexico. U.S. companies will have the assurance of having their literature
and contact information organized into a select directory of U.S.
suppliers, which will be delivered directly to the head procurement
officer in each airport group.
There are 67 airport terminals throughout Mexico, of which 45 serve
international flights and 22 serve only domestic flights. This airport
network is operated by five different groups, two official and three
private:
1. Aeropuerto Internacional de la Ciudad de Mexico (AICM) Mexico City.
2. Aeropuertos y Servicios Auxiliares (ASA) Mexico City.
3. Servicios Aeroportuarios del Centro-Norte (SACN/OMA) Monterrey, Neuvo
Leon.
4. Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacifico (GAP) Guadalajara, Jalisco.
5. Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste (ASUR) Mexico City.
These groups are in the process of building or renovating a number of
significant airport projects. The ongoing projects are: Remodeling,
Building (main terminals and air strips), Relocation and Upgrading. the
Airports requirements include: Electronic integrators, Printed Circuits,
Parts of Engines, Electric Capacitors, Lamps and Airfield Lighting, Radar
Apparatus and Navigation Systems, Baggage and Cargo Lifting and Handling
Systems, Conveyors and Equipment, Air-conditioning, Control, Regulation
and Energy Conversion, Airport Security Sound and Camera Systems, Cargo
Loaders, Fork Lifters, Work Trucks and Self-Propelled Passenger Carriers,
Aircraft Launch Gear, Management Consulting Services, Engineering and
Architectural Services, Construction, Remodeling and Business Solutions
Services, Planning and Design Services.
For details on both of these events, contact the U.S. Commercial
Service International Trade Specialists: Delilah DeSouza at (504) 915-3301
or Clif Gaston at (504) 589-6546/via email at: Delilah.desouza@mail.doc.gov,
and Clif.gaston@mail.doc.gov.
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| Now that the U.S. Congress has passed the Central
America-Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement, companies interested in
initiating or expanding sales to these countries should bookmark the
USDOC's website on CAFTA-DR. This site brings together information and
resources the U.S. Department of Commerce and other U.S. Government
Agencies offer to U.S. businesses interested in new opportunities that
will be offered by the markets of Central America (Costa Rica, El
Salvador, Honduras, Guatemala and Nicaragua) and the Dominican Republic.
Go to: http://ita.doc.gov/cafta/index.asp
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| The Southern U.S. Trade Association (SUSTA) has received
additional funding from the USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) for
the MAP Branded program year 2005-2006. Therefore, SUSTA's online MAP
Branded application will remain open until the additional funding has been
allocated. U.S. companies that plan to promote a brand-name product in
overseas markets between now and September 30, 2006 can apply to receive
reimbursement for 50% of their eligible marketing expenses, including
advertisements, exhibiting at international tradeshows, in-store
promotions, label translation and printing, and more. Visit www.susta.org/services/map.html
for program details. Go to www.susta.org/services/map_application.html
to
complete the online application for fiscal year 2005.
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| December 1- PubNite, 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the Carousel Bar of
the Monteleone Hotel, 214 Royal Street, (504) 523-3341.
December 13 - Great Decisions: The U.S. & Global Poverty.
Facilitating will be Dr. Max Reichard, Professor of History at Delgado
Community College. 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at P.J.'s Coffee and Tea House, 5432
Magazine Street in New Orleans, (504) 895-2190.
January 18-21, 2006 - National Conference of the World Affairs Councils
of America in Washington, D.C. The theme is: "The World's Rising
Powers: China, India, Brazil, Russia, and Others." For details,
contact the WAC/N.O. office at wacno@bellsouth.net, or go to
www.worldaffairscouncils.org/natconference.
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| A new U.S. commercial Service office opened recently in
Dakar, Senegal. The site includes a Senior Commercial Officer and two
Commercial Service Specialists who will help U.S. and West African firms
forge new partnerships through business counsel, market research, help in
identifying qualified suppliers and assistance in promoting U.S. products
and services in West Africa. The office is in central Dakar and serves as
a regional hub for Cote D'Ivoire, Chad, The Gambia, Mauritania, Benin,
Gabon, Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso, Guinea Conakry, Togo, Cameroon, Cape
Verde, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Guinea Bisssau and Equatorial Guinea.
Information on doing business in West Africa is online at: www.buyusa.gov/westafrica/en/.
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| The 2005 edition of the Louisiana International Trade
Directory, containing over 1,800 updated listings of Louisiana exporters,
importers, trade-related services, and international trade organizations,
is still available from the World Trade Center. The hard-copy Directory
costs $40 and the CD-Rom costs $100. Also available is the 2002-2003 Guide
to the Mississippi River and Mississippi River Gulf Outlet, an overview of
the Lower Mississippi River port complex, from the Gulf of Mexico to the
head of deep-draft navigation in the Port of Baton Rouge. The guide, which
costs $25, features 22 detailed color maps depicting facilities,
anchorages, barge fleets, plus 9 new maps of the Mississippi River Gulf
Outlet. WTC members receive discounts on all items. To order either item,
call the WTC at (504) 529-1601, ext. 222 or visit the WTC website.
Louisiana International Trade Directory: hard-copy
or CD
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| An important amendment (the "Amendment") to
Mexico's government procurement statutes, the Law of Public Works and
Related Services (the "Public Works Law") and the Law of
Acquisitions, Leases and Services of Public Sector ("the Acquisition
Law") was published in the Mexican Federal Register. This Amendment
will bring some important changes to the way bids and other public
contracting processes are currently implemented by Pemex, CFE and all
other public agencies and instrumentalities, and therefore may impact the
manner in which your company conducts business with such entities and
agencies in Mexico. This Amendment became effective on July 9, 2005, and
so it will be important that your company and the people involved in
bidding in Mexico get acquainted with its terms in order to adjust any
internal practices for preparation of tenders to bids.
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