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Trade Horizons’ Market Entry Blog
Our market entry blog covers a range of topics relating to international business expansion. Articles tackle many different subjects, including the initial planning and preparation stages of growing your business, advances in technology you can take advantage of, through to sales & marketing, packaging and branding advice. Written by leading experts in their field, you’ll be sure to find something of interest and real-world practical advice if you are looking to grow your business around the world.
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Trade News January #3: Nigeria, UK-Turkey, Vietnam-Czech, Kazakhstan, Poland, Egypt
In the dynamic landscape of global economics, Nigeria is emerging as a promising pole of growth. With its rich natural resources and low cost of labour, the country has become the third host economy for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Africa, behind Egypt and Ethiopia. In 2021, FDI flows to Nigeria totalled USD 4.8 billion, more than doubling from the previous year. Despite the challenges of widespread corruption, political instability, and infrastructural issues, Nigeria has shown a remarkable resilience and adaptability. The recent efforts by the Nigerian government to merge trade, industry, and investment under the ambit of the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment reflect a strategic move to improve its trading and investment environment. This initiative, coupled with the country's intention to diversify its economy away from oil by building a competitive manufacturing sector, has piqued the interest of foreign investors.
Trade News January 2: Korea, Cambodia, Ukraine, Elections, South Africa, Namibia
South Korea, a nation known for its technological prowess, has drawn a record amount of foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2023. This surge in investment is a testament to the growing confidence in South Korea's technology sector, which has become more deeply embedded in global supply chains since the pandemic. In 2023, about $18.8 billion of funds flowed into South Korea, marking a 3.4% increase from the previous year. The electronics sector accounted for $3 billion of the total investment. This sector is underpinned by two major pillars: semiconductors and rechargeable batteries.
Trade Mission for German SME in the MedTech sector to London
From March 11th - 14th, 2024, Trade Horizons Limited, on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, is organizing a Trade Mission for German SME in the MedTech sector to London. A special focus lies on technologies and products the fields of medical technology, diagnostics and hospital equipment.
Trade News January 1: Texas, Scotland, UK, Europe, Tech, Wine, Hungary
In an era where global partnerships are increasingly crucial, the Texas Economic Development Connection recently led a groundbreaking initiative that has set a new benchmark in international economic relations. The Japan-Taiwan Economic Development Trade Mission has been a resounding success, demonstrating the strength and versatility of Texas as a global business destination. This mission, powered by Day One Experts, was driven by the goal of forging robust international partnerships, facilitating trade expansion, and encouraging foreign direct investment in Texas. The mission was led by prominent figures such as Super Dave Quinn, CEcD, founder of Day One Experts, and Carole Tam, CCIM, owner of TAC Brokerage & Consulting. Their expertise and vision have been instrumental in guiding this initiative towards success.
Trade News December 3: China, Romania, EU, Cambodia, London, UK
In recent years, China, the world's second-largest economy, has been experiencing a significant shift in its financial landscape. For the first time since 1998, the country's Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) has slipped into the red. This unprecedented decline in FDI, which stood at minus $11.8 billion in the third quarter of 2023, indicates a trend of foreign investors withdrawing their capital at a faster rate than they are investing. This article aims to delve into the reasons behind this phenomenon, exploring the various economic and geopolitical factors that have led to this exodus of foreign investors from China. Since Russia invaded Ukraine fears about China’s potential invasion of Taiwan has sent investors fleeing.
US Trade Mission for German SMEs in the Aviation sector
Vom 05. bis zum 09. Februar 2024 führt Trade Horizons Limited, im Auftrag des Bundesministeriums für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz, eine Geschäftsanbahnungsreise im Bereich Luftfahrt in die USA (Seattle) durch. Das Projekt richtet sich vorwiegend an kleine und mittlere deutsche Unternehmen, Selbständige der gewerblichen Wirtschaft sowie fachbezogene Freie Berufe und wirtschaftsnahe Dienstleister im Bereich der Luft- und Raumfahrtnachhaltigkeit. Dazu gehören nachhaltige Flugkraftstoffe, neue Elektro- und Wasserstofftechnologien, Infrastruktur und betriebliche Effizienz, Kompensationen, Kohlenstoffabscheidung und mehr.
