Trade Horizons’ Market Entry Blog

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.

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.

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.