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January 24, 2008

List of Upcoming Events:

January 25:	Update on Legal Developments in Germany
January 30:	The Real Japan: Secrets & Insights for Companies Doing Business with Japan
February 6:	European Union in the 21st Century: Focus on Poland
February 7:	KWTC's Chinese New Year Networking Event
February 13:	China's New Challenge - Balancing Growth & Social Justice
February 13:	KWTC & GLI's "Global Business Strategies" Breakfast
March 12:	2008 Export Compliance Seminar
March 27:	KWTC's 2nd Annual Global Golf Scramble

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Fairs & Exhibitions in China 2008 - Click Here to view pdf file

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 Incoterms 2000 to be Revised:  ICC Needs Your Input by March 18

The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has decided to revise Incoterms 2000 and is seeking recommendations for change based on corporate feedback. Incoterms are designed to follow trade practice, not establish it.  For this reason, it is vital that they get up-to-date input on how business is actually done, and this can come only from people involved in trade.  Any critique of Incoterms 2000 must be accompanied by a suggested remedy.  

Please share this information with your international and domestic colleagues in sales, purchasing, transportation, legal, and credit. This revision is particularly important for Americans because Incoterms will eventually replace the commonly used U.S. "FOB here, there and everywhere" terms which were deleted from the Uniform Commercial Code.  The new Incoterms revision should be structured to make this as easy as possible. 

Kindly send your recommendations to Frank Reynolds at fjr424@aol.com , with a copy to cgmartin@uscib.org and susan.cook@louisvilleky.gov , no later than March 18.  Your suggestions will be forwarded to the Incoterms revision committee.   

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Greater Louisville Inc. & KWTC Partner to Launch Global Business Program
Event series and networks will help companies explore options in international markets

Greater Louisville Inc. – The Metro Chamber of Commerce (GLI) and the Kentucky World Trade Center (KWTC) have partnered to develop a new resource for regional companies and entrepreneurs interested in international business opportunities.  The initiative, Global Business Strategies, will include a quarterly event series called Global Business Forums as well as several peer-based, geographically-focused Global Business Networks.   Information on upcoming programs and other international business resources will be available on www.GreaterLouisville.com/global.

Click Here to read more

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International Trade News:
US Rate Cut Adds to Pressure on China
How an American Recession Might Hit Asia
Import Slowdown Reduces Demand Around Largest Ports
Peru, Canada Are Close to Agreement on Free Trade
U.S., Ghana Strengthen Trade Ties
India Projects Exports of $150B
Ukraine Closer to WTO Entry
Organize to Expand World Trade, Entrepreneurs Urged

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Rent our Louisville Office Space for Your Next Meeting or Event!

If you are looking for a space to hold a professional conference, an intimate catered event or a business meeting, the Kentucky World Trade Center has the location to meet your needs. Located in downtown Louisville, attached to the KY International Convention Center, the KWTC office is a convenient location for your next event.

Book your meeting or event today and receive a 15% discount as a KWTC Member!

*A/V equipment such as projector, laptop and screen are available!
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Delivery of Your KWTC Weekly E-Newsletter

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