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Asia Now eNews, April 2006

A view of Saigon's Port

APRIL MARKET OF THE MONTH: VIETNAM

Vietnam no longer fits the American stereotype. It is one of the most dynamic markets in the world. Envisioning Vietnam as a land full of conical hats, emerald green rice paddies, and women in ao dais biking along a dusty street is an antiquated image. Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Danang are burgeoning into cosmopolitan cites that are bustling with small businesses and tourists. Read More.

BEING GLOBAL STARTS LOCAL

MARKETING U.S. IT AND TELECOM PRODUCTS/SERVICES IN ASIA

On April 28, 2006, 8AM-5PM, U.S. Embassy-based Commercial Specialists from China, Indonesia, Japan, S. Korea, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam will be in Los Angeles and Newport beach for one-on-one meetings with U.S. companies who are interested to expand sales into Asian markets. These Specialists are experts in their respective countries and will provide customized marketing advice for U.S. companies interested to export to their market. Sign up now and explore your company's market potential in Asia!

China: Risk, Reward and How to Win

CHINA BUSINESS CONFERENCES

CHINA: Risk, Reward and How to Win will provide participating U.S. businesses with the latest on market entry strategies, intellectual property protection, contract negotiating, industry trends and much more. The event will include notable speakers from the U.S. Commercial Service China staff and private industry who will pass on their expertise on China's economy and commercial prospects for U.S. exporters. The Conferences will be held in Houston, TX, May 15-17; Washington D.C., May 17-19; and Cleveland, Ohio, May 22-24 . Visit the China Business Conference website for more details.

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