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European Optimism - Not Castles in the Air

Posted by: gov.uk archive author, Posted on: 31 August 2012 - Categories: Sweden

I have always been one of those people that regard the glass as half full and take an optimistic view of life. When looking at business opportunities in the European market today, my optimistic observations take on a whole new …

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Architects of their own (international) success

Posted by: Clive Drinkwater, Posted on: 29 August 2012 - Categories: Design, North West, Olympics London 2012

I was thrilled to hear that the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) will be holding its prestigious Stirling Prize ceremony in Manchester for the first time on 13 October. I look forward to following the events on TV as they …

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Food, Glorious Food: from Beancurd to Beer

Posted by: UKTI Japan, Posted on: 29 August 2012 - Categories: Export, Food & drink, Japan

Hairy Bikers, Nigella, Great British Bake-off.... For a country that has a reputation for poor food we're pretty keen on foodie TV in the UK. But it's nothing compared with Japan, where it seems obligatory for every single programme - …

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Olympic pride in your brand

Posted by: Parveen Thornhill, Posted on: 17 August 2012 - Categories: Export, London, Olympics London 2012

The Olympics are all about preparation, competing and winning and that’s what our companies are doing internationally.   London has been stunning. Our city prepared, competed and won the hearts and support of everyone from athletes to politicians, across the world. …

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Medallions of lamb

Posted by: Dan Rutstein, Posted on: 8 August 2012 - Categories: Export, Food & drink, Germany

The double Olympic champion was enjoying her freshly-bbq'd lamb so much, I am sure I could have pinched her medal without her realising. As high-jumping legend Ulrike Nasse-Meyfarth tucked in to the quality British export in front of her, people …

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Malt vinegar = Opportunities for UK training and education companies

Posted by: UKTI Japan, Posted on: 6 August 2012 - Categories: Education, Japan

OK, sounds unlikely, but bear with me...   One of the pleasing changes I discovered on returning to Japan after a few years away was the arrival here of Sarson's malt vinegar. Little portions of fish and chips in paper …

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