By Alexandra Bowen on 3/12/2010 4:51 PM

The International Trade Center SBDC provides assistance in numerous areas.  We are most known in the community for our phenomenal training and as a place where experienced importers/exporters come to receive assistance. However, it is extremely important that everyone understand that we are here for the first time importer/exporter as well. 

 

For me, the potential first time importer/exporter is defined as.......

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By Alexandra Bowen on 3/5/2010 6:21 PM

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By Alexandra Bowen on 2/26/2010 5:15 PM

Beginning in 2011 Sweden will charge foreign students tuition.  Each institution will have the opportunity to set its own rates; however, the average tuition rate will be around $10,000.  Sweden's foreign student population makes up about 8% of the country's total number of students.

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By Alexandra Bowen on 2/19/2010 4:38 PM

At the International Trade Center we do a large amount reading and researching for clients and for our general knowledge.  Lately, I have been spending lots of time researching what a company needs in order to have a successful online business that sells internationally. Below are a few items that I have learned so far.

(Thanks to the information on Ebay, the Federal Trade Commission, and the U.S. Customs and Border Protection).

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By Alexandra Bowen on 2/5/2010 4:52 PM

While searching for international updates, I found this interesting video on the Euro and the affects that it currently has on the US Dollar.  This debate courtesy of CNBC is truly intense and each of the commentators brings out great points.  Please click "Read more" in order to view this discussion.

 

 

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By Alexandra Bowen on 1/29/2010 5:47 PM

The Iraq Inquiry began this week with the questioning of former Prime Minister Tony Blair concerning his decision for England to participate in the war in Iraq and the removal of Saddam Hussein.  Check out this interesting video provided by BBC News.

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By Alexandra Bowen on 1/22/2010 8:20 PM

Recovery to pick up, Bank of Canada says - CBC.ca

Please click on "read more" below in order to view two interviews with Bank of Canada's Governor Mark Carney.

 

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By Alexandra Bowen on 1/22/2010 7:52 PM

China unveils chocolate wonderland -  Reuters 2010

Chocolate is a sweet treat that is enjoyed by numerous people around the world, but whoever thought that chocolate could be used for something else other than eating.  This week China showed the world that chocolate can be used for more than just an edible delight. 

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By Alexandra Bowen on 1/15/2010 4:55 PM

According to the AP Business Writer article by Joe Mcdonald, China swept past Germany as the top exporter in 2009!

 

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By Alexandra Bowen on 8/26/2009 3:03 PM

This blog is based on the article entitled "Israel to Implement Wood Package Treatment Rules" in the magazine Managing Imports & Exports August 2009 Page 7 which is distributed by the Professional Association of Import/Export Complaince Managers.

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