"Bring Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) from China to the U.S."
The PowerPoint presentation is programmed for U.S. investment projects, industrial and foreign trade zones, economic development officials, real estate developers and investment executives.
Topics: China FDI Overview; Chinese FDI Regulations, Chinese Business and Investment in the U.S.; Chinese Investment Decision Making; Marketing Your Investment Projects; Cultural and Legal Considerations, Future Trends, Q & A., etc.
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Thursday, October 30, 2008
Bring Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) from China to the U.S.
Monday, October 27, 2008
"Reports from China - Marketing EB-5 Investment Projects in China"
"Reports from China - Marketing EB-5 Investment Projects in China"
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The PowerPoint presentation is programmed for federally approved EB-5 regional centers, investment projects, law firms and marketing managers who want to understand how to establish contacts in China and effectively work with Chinese agents and recruiters.
Topics: Overview of Chinese Outbound Immigration Investments; Introduction to Chinese Immigration Services Providers (ISP); EB-5 Projects in China; the Characteristics of Chinese Investors and Decision Making Process; Developing Effective Marketing and Risk Control Plans; Selecting and Working with Local Agents; Understand How Chinese ISPs Operate; Chinese ISPs Fee Structures; Conducting Review on Your Partners Performance; Dealing with Misrepresentation; Hosting Program Seminars; Chinese Source of Funds & Transfer Issues, Cultural and Legal Issues, Future Trends, Q & A., etc.
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Saturday, October 25, 2008
Brian Su Speaks at Florida EB5 Foreign Investor Seminar
Mr. Brian Su, President of Artisan Business Group, was an invited speaker at the Florida EB-5 Foreign Investor Seminar on October 24-25, 2008. Mr. Su's presentation, titled "Marketing EB-5 Projects in Asia" explores the elements of a successful business strategy and execution for U.S. EB-5 Regional Centers that are ready to attract investors from Asia.
The conference, at the The Lake Buena Vista Resort in Orlando, served to educate foreign nationals, immigration attorneys and professionals who assist their clients in using the EB-5 visa to establish U.S. permanent residency, as well as public and private entities who are considering using foreign investment as a source of funding to finance commercial and public enterprises. Over 150 immigration attorneys, executives from EB-5 Regional Centers, real estate developers, bankers, economic development officials and accountants from all over the country as well as foreign nationals from the U.K. and Canada, South Africa attended the conference. The event was organized by International Immigration Services and USAdvisors.org and co-sponsored by The British American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida, Moneycorp, Mirzam Holdings, LLC., The Orlando Regional Realtors Association, The Orlando Regional International Council, The Metro Orlando Economic Development Commission, Enterprise Florida Inc.
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Friday, October 24, 2008
Monday, October 20, 2008
Shock Waves from the Financial Crisis: Global Economic Contagion and the U.S. Dollar
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Is Your Firm Helping China Companies Go Public Through Reverse Mergers?
"Helping China Companies Go Public Through Reverse Mergers" Power Point presentation is programmed for U.S. financial and legal professionals and firms that are interested in helping Chinese companies on reverse mergers. The presentation will focus on how to establish effective connection and relationship with companies that are interested in going public.
According to Business Week magazine, Chinese company has been quietly tapping the international capital markets. Enterprises that don't have the heft or profits for a splashy initial public offering are finding they can get a coveted overseas listing through a reverse merger. For more and more Chinese companies, a reverse merger is faster and less onerous than an IPO; some 150 Chinese companies have taken the reverse-merger route since 2005. In 2007 alone, about 70 Chinese firm went public through reverse mergers. As Chinese economy continues to grow rapidly next ten years, many companies are very profitable, they make very attractive candidates to go public in the U.S.
This PowerPoint Presentation provides general information on identifying and selecting Chinese companies for reverse mergers; learn how Chinese executives decision making about obtaining capital in the U.S.; You will learn how to market your financial or legal services to qualified candidates; as well as communication/negotiation, business culture and legal considerations.
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Invest and Immigrate to the U.S. with EB-5 Visa
Note: Your 0rder of the powerpoint presentation will be E-mailed to you in two business days; one time processing fee is added to the order. Please provide a correct E-mail address.
Each year many foreigners and their family members around the world immigrate to the U.S. and obtain legal residence (Green Card) through investment in projects in the U.S.
This PowerPoint Presentation is designed to provide general information to foreign individuals who are interested in investing in the U.S. and obtain EB-5 Visas and legal U.S. residency for themselves and their family, including children.
The presentation includes: Overview of EB5 Investment Program; Requirements for Investment in the U.S.; Procedures and Timetable for Applying for the EB5 Visa and Green Card; List of EB-5 Investment Programs for Foreign Investors; Things You Must Know When Applying for EB-5; and Q&A.
Please noted that the presentation serves as informational purposes only; it should not be considered as legal advice. For specific application, you should consult with a licensed immigration attorney.
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Saturday, October 18, 2008
Chinese Business Hard Hit by Global Financial Crisis
Smart Union Group (Holdings) Limited, a toy-making company that had gone public with Hong Hong bourse, was forced to close its twof actories in Zhangmutou Township, Dongguan City, Wednesday.
The two factories had been doing business such as producing toys on an OEM (original equipment manufacturers) basis for three of the world's five traders, including the U.S-based Mattel. Most of their products were sold to the United States.
Trading of the company's shares were called off temporarily on the same day.
Dongguan, a city which has found its wealth by offering export-oriented processing services, has been producing a half of toys made in Guangdong, a global key toy making base. It has been having a bad time since the beginning of the year, specially with the toy-making sector as a result of rising raw materials and labor costs.
Xu Hongfei, deputy chief of Zhangmutou Township Government, claimed the two factories were closed because of the ongoing international financial crisis.
"A serious problem occurred with the circulating capital as Smart Union's shares were pulled out of trading Wednesday," said Xu, who said workers with the two factories didn't get paid since August.
"We were making toys on Tuesday, and we didn't know the boss had gone into hiding until Wednesday," said Du Haiqun, one factory worker, who added they didn't know what to do at the sudden closure of their factory.
Xu admitted they had been trying to contact the boss of both factories, but couldn't get through.
According to Xu, Zhangmutou Township Government has pumped 23 million yuan and started to pay the workers' salaries for the boss as of Friday.
In the meantime, the township government has also been contacting two other local businesses to help hire some of the workers who became jobless because of two Smart Union factories' closure. (Source: Xinhua)
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Friday, October 17, 2008
Trade Leads: Seeking Pork Producers and Products
Bring Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) from China to the U.S.
Topics: China FDI Overview; Chinese FDI Regulations, Chinese Business and Investment in the U.S.; Chinese Investment Decision Making; Marketing Your Investment Projects; Cultural and Legal Considerations, Future Trends, Q & A., etc.
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Thursday, October 16, 2008
Opportunities and Challenges: China's General Aviation Market
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Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Hainan Airlines wants to fly passengers to an LPGA tournament
The application from Grand China Air Ltd., the holding company for Hainan Airlines, is for a single round-trip flight on an Airbus 330-200 between October 19 and 21.
The purpose of the charter flight is to take passengers to an LPGA golf tournament, according to Joel Chusid, Hainan's general manager for North America.
"We'll be taking people from Hawaii to Hainan," said Chusid. "It's a strictly one-time deal."
Chusid estimated between 80 to 90 passengers would be on the charter flight, although the airplane's total capacity is 213 seats.
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If approved, it would be Hawaii's first direct charter flight between Honolulu and Hakou, China, which comes several months after a memorandum of understanding went into effect June 17 allowing Chinese leisure travelers to travel to the U.S. in group leisure tours.
Although this flight transports passengers from Hawaii to China, the state is hoping it will open doors in the future.
Mega Global Airway, a Beijing-based charter company which had announced in May that it was launching six weekly nonstop flights to Honolulu this year, has not yet moved forward with its plans.
Mega Global President Edmond Xia could not be reached for comment.
"Mega has not yet materialized," said state tourism liaison Marsha Wienert, who added that there are no additional confirmed charter flights from China.
Wienert, however, said the application by Hainan Airlines is a good start.
"Once this flight actually happens next month, it can show Hainan Airlines they can have the capability of doing charters," she said. "We will continue working with them to see if we can encourage them to do additional charter flights."
Hainan Airlines, founded in 1993 on the island of Hainan on China's south coast, is a private airline backed by international financiers such as George Soros,
Hainan describes itself as China's fourth largest carrier, with 500 routes that go from Beijing to Seattle; Budapest, Hungary; Brussels, Belgium; Osaka, Japan; Macau; and St. Petersburg, Russia, with nonstop flights to Berlin being the most recent addition.
Chusid said a new route to Honolulu is not a consideration at this time.
"We've looked at the market, but it's not quite mature yet for us," said Chusid. "The outbound business from China is just now starting to develop."
The Grand China Air LPGA - the first LPGA event in China - is scheduled for October at the Hainan West Coast Golf Club in Haikou, and is expecting Annika Sorenstam and Tseng Yani to be among 63 female world golfers competing for $1.8 million.
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Asia's Biggest Electronics Fair Opens in Hong Kong
More than 2,600 exhibitors from 29 countries and regions, occupying over 3,800 booths, display their latest products and technologies at the event organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC).
In addition to returning group pavilions from China and South Korea, new exhibitors including those from Canada, the Czech Republic, France and the United Arab Emirates will present their products at the show.
For the first time, the exhibition is expanded to occupy the Hong Kong Exhibition Center in the China Resources Building adjacent to HKCEC that will include the debut of a special sector - the In-Vehicle Electronics & GPS Zone.
The new zone was developed in response to the rapid growth in the industry sector and showcases the latest products from about 60 exhibitors that make auto equipment ranging from car entertainment, parking sensors, security devices, Blue tooth products and GPS units.
In 2008 the fair again has zones such as the popular Hall of Fame, featuring branded goods and stylish electronic products, Digital World, Home Tech for home appliances, home security products and personal care electronics, and the Technology Exchange Zone featuring breakthrough concepts and prototypes from Hong Kong research institutes, universities and tech incubator companies.
Exhibits at the Autumn Edition include audiovisual products, electronic accessories, home appliances, multimedia and electronic gaming, security products, telecommunications and more.
The section of Product Demo & Launch Pad at the fair is set up to help exhibitors introduce their latest products and services.
The fair attracted more than 58,000 buyers from 160 countries and regions in 2007. It is serving as a sourcing platform and a forum of information exchange as well as a showcase for new products this year, organizers said.
"The fair provides a perfect platform for releasing new designs, getting customer feedback and enhancing mutual communication," said Wes Hsu, director and vice-president of Airlux Electrical Co Ltd from Chinese Taiwan, which was one of the exhibitors at last year's fair.
The largest fair of its kind in Asia and the second--largest in the world, the fair is an important industry event with manifold business opportunities, participants said.
"This is my sixth year at the fair and the event seems to be growing every year," Terry Stone, general manager of Tempo (Aust) Pty Ltd, Australia, said during the 2007 event.
"I have seen a lot of improvements, especially new designs in audio-visual products, kitchenware and small electrical appliances," said Stone, who added he met many suppliers at the fair.
A concurrent event is electronicAsia, the region's leading trade event for all kinds of components, assemblies, electronic production and display technologies, and which also includes the special World of Display Technology themed zone.
Now in its 12th edition, electronicAsia features over 560 exhibitors and 700 booths from 17 countries and regions and is a valuable accompaniment to the HKTDC Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition).
Hong Kong has long been linked with the electronics business and the city continues to be a leading light in this industry.
Hong Kong's sales of electronic products continue to soar- electronics exports grew by 10.5 percent to 87.7 billion U.S.dollars in the first six months of 2008 in comparison with the same period in 2007.
The two world-class events will bring more than 3,100 exhibitors and 4,500 quality booths.
(Source: China Daily)
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Monday, October 13, 2008
Learn How to Establish Your Business Operation in China
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Market Entry Strategies - Establishing a Business Operation in China
The session will help you explore effective market entry strategies and options of setting up a business operation (JV, representative office, WOFC) in China. Learn all the key requirements and procedures, pros and cons before you take further steps. The presentation provide an overview of major economic development zones (Shanghai, Beijing, Tianjin, Hangzhou, Shenzhen, etc.) and risk factors in China.
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Conducting Due Diligence in China
95% of problems when setting up a business operation in China or trading with China can be avoided by the deployment of effective due diligence strategies. The presentation reviews a sensible approach to due diligence, the hidden risks and basic checks. If you are conducting business with Chinese companies, you don't want to miss this informative session!
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Sunday, October 12, 2008
Doing Business in China Information Available Online
Need quick information or guidance? Our CIAs (China Intelligence Associates) have compiled informational fact sheet (PDF file) on various subjects. Simply browse through and click the link to order a copy, your order is usually sent via email in 2 or 3 business days. Major credit cards are accepted via PayPal (a minimum one time processing fee is charged for each order).
TRAVEL
BUSINESS
TRADE
SOURCING
CULTURE
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Chinese Names for You and Your Business (translation service)
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American Businesswomen and Chinese (Women's Role in Business)
GOVERNMENT, LEGAL & OTHERS
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Saturday, October 11, 2008
Learn How to Establish EB-5 Regional Centers and Market Your EB-5 Investment Projects to Foreign Investors
Mr. Su is an invited speaker at a national EB-5 conference in Orlando, Florida on October 24-25, 2008. He is available for on-site advisory.
The following PowerPoint presentations will be delivered within through E-mail within two business days upon the receipt of your payment. One time processing fee (indicated as shipping fee by PayPal) is charged. If you have any questions, click here for FAQ.
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"Becoming a Federally-designated EB-5 Regional Center in the U.S."
The PowerPoint presentation is programmed for public and private entities that are exploring and seeking new and unique solutions to help local business growth and economic development through establishing an EB-5 Regional Center designation with the USCIS. EB-5 program has brought in billions of dollars in direct foreign investment and created tens of thousands of jobs in the U.S. Learn the requirements and application process and find out how your area can benefit from foreign investment. The Questions & Answers session allows you to ask 10 questions via email.
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"Attracting Asian Investors to U.S. EB-5 Investment Projects"
The PowerPoint presentation is programmed for federally approved EB-5 regional centers and EB-5 investment projects, as well as law firms that handle immigration cases.
Topics: Overview of Asian Outbound Immigration Investments; Major EB-5 Projects Available in Asian Market; the Characteristics of Asian Investors; Asian Investors' Decision Making Process; Developing Effective Marketing Strategies; Due Diligence, Selecting and Partnering with Int'l Marketers; Tips on Hosting Program Seminars; Cultural and Legal Issues, Q & A., etc.
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Friday, October 10, 2008
BUSINESS STUDY TOUR TO CHINA – INFORMATIONAL SESSION
College of Lake County Professor of Business Venkat Krishnamurthy and Professor of Sociology Li-hua Yu are leading a 14-day field study to China, May 18 – June 1, 2009 to explore China’s rich cultural heritage and dynamic business environment. Visiting four cities – Beijing, Xi’an, Xining, and Shanghai – there will be meetings with Chinese business representatives and unique opportunities for site visits to Chinese manufacturing and service businesses. 7:00 p.m. Oct 10, 2008, College of Lake County, 19351 West Washington Street, Room A261, Grayslake, IL. For further information, please call Sally Merritt at 847/543-2456.
Chinese regulator gives nod to Citigroup
Citigroup Inc, the largest U.S. bank, said yesterday that China's banking watchdog has approved its plan to open two microcredit firms in Hubei Province, tapping the nation's vast rural market. Citigroup, the first overseas lender allowed to establish such institutions in the country, plans to set up the two firms in Gong'an county and the city of Chibi, which are scheduled to open in the next few months. The move comes as major rivals including HSBC and Standard Chartered are opening rural outlets in order to expand in the nation's underdeveloped regions and the government is relaxing controls on private financing to support thousands of small and cash-strapped manufacturers. Citigroup, which has eight branches and 20 sub-branches on the mainland, was one of the first locally incorporated foreign banks in China. The financial giant, which has a stake in Shanghai Pudong Development Bank as well as de facto management control of Guangdong Development Bank, said Gong'an and Chibi have tremendous lending needs due to their rapidly developing agriculture and robust economies. "We feel very excited and proud of being allowed to set up the microcredit firms," said Citi China CEO and Chairman Andrew Au. "It's a very important new element in the process of Citi's operation and investment in China. We deeply understand the urgency to expand finance services in China's rural areas, a goal we believe could be achieved by the mode of setting up microcredit companies." Contact: http://www.midwestUSAChina.com |
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Negotiating for Success in Asia
On Oct 9, 2008, the World Trade Center Wisconsin presents an Executive Briefing on Cross Cultural Negotiations, focusing on Creating Cultural Understanding and Effective Communication with your Asian Business Partners. This interactive briefing will be presented by local practitioners in key areas of international business negotiations.
AGENDA
7:30am - Registration and Continental Breakfast
General Overview of Cross Cultural Negotiations
Lisa Laplante, Visiting Professor (inv),
Marquette University Law School
Cross Cultural Negotiations from a Legal Perspective
Erik Ibele, Neider & Boucher S.C.
Cross Cultural Negotiations with South Korea
John Y. Lee, Partner, Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP
Cross Cultural Negotiations with India Michael S. Mensik, Partner, Baker & McKenzie
Cross Cultural Negotiations with China Zhu Lee, Partner, Foley & Lardner LLP
Panel Q&A
Registration Costs:
Members: $65 ($85 with CLE credit)
Non-Members: $85 ($100 with CLE credit)
Venue
Milwaukee County War Memorial Center, 750 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202
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Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Brian Su Joins the China Speakers Bureau
Brian Su, President of Artisan Business Group, joined the Hong Kong based China Speakers Bureau which is the premier agency representing leading voices on China. Mr. Su is also represented internationally by the London Speaker Bureau Hong Kong Ltd.
The China Speakers Bureau provide professional speakers for keynotes, seminars, panels and other events related to China. Its 300+ database of speakers covers economics and entertainment, culture and business -- and everything in between. The China Speakers Bureau is a division of the Hong Kong-based Trombly Ltd., specializing in editorial outsourcing and corporate communications.
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
How to Organize a Successful China Trade Mission
If your organization is planning a trade or business mission to China, or you are about to receive and host a trade mission from China, please contact us for a free quote!
Mr. Brian Su has led a number of working groups of government officials and business executives to both the U.S. and China, helping identify the need for specific projects, products and services that can strengthen economic development and expansion of trade in fields ranging from education and tourism, to manufacturing and business services. Trade missions to China serve the interests of a select number of U.S. companies interested in high-level introductions and meetings with the business and political leaders at national, provincial and municipal levels in China.
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International Trade and Anti-dumping Lawyer Delegation
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Real Estate Trade Mission
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Canton Fair Trade Mission
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Economic Development and Industrial Zone Trade Mission
We have also advised our U.S. clients on receiving and hosting Chinese trade & government delegations to the U.S. in the past years. If your company is expecting a delegation from China, let us help you prepare for the arrival of your Chinese guests by providing:
- Help your executives understand cultural differences
- Basic language training for your staff so they can greet the guests
- Advice on setting up meeting rooms, organizing banquets, choosing proper gifts
- Translation of business cards, itineraries and other relevant information
Monday, October 6, 2008
International Business Management Training Program 9/24/2008 - 10/9/2008
The final course of this series, "Export Finance," will be held Oct. 9 at the NDSU Memorial Union.
Exporters and their international customers have more finance options available today than ever before. Learn what finance options are available to get paid on international transactions, limit cash outlay, extend overseas credit and enable overseas investment.
“Export Finance”
Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008
9:00am - 4:30pm
NDSU Memorial Union, Rose Room.
The fee for individual courses is $100.
Business leaders and graduate students are encouraged to enroll in the International Business Training Program which is sponsored by the North Dakota Trade Office and NDSU Distance and Continuing Education. Contact http://www.midwestUSAChina.com