Trade Mission to Sub-Saharan Africa - March 3-11, 2008
Who should go? U.S. companies with proven export experience or very strong sales potential in target markets -- especially firms offering products and services in these sectors:
- Energy
- Health Care
- Information Technology
- Safety and Security
- Telecommunications
Why?
- Ghana, Nigeria, and South Africa offer strategic platforms for leveraging business in the burgeoning Sub-Saharan regional market, which encompasses a consumer base of 650 million people.
- Out total trade with Sub-Saharan Africa increased 10 percent in the first half of 2007 from the same period in 2006, with U.S. exports increasing by 30 percent -- to $6.7 billion
- Under Isreal's leadership, the delegation will have access to decision-makers in government and industry
- Business-to-business matchmaking, market briefings, and VIP networking events are special benefits awaiting delegation members.
Questions? Contact GTP Project Officers:
- Jessica Arnold/ 202-482-2026
- Lisa Huot/ 202-482-2796
- Mara Yachnin/ 202-482-6238