With which overseas market did UK bilateral trade in goods increase by 200% in 2012? The answer is Turkmenistan, whose International Investment Forum I and colleagues including Ron Nash, UK co-Chair of the Turkmenistan UK Trade and Industry Council, attended …
We recently saw the start of the Chinese New Year, a fun occasion that provides an opportunity for workers to return home to eat traditional meals with family and friends. It sees millions of people travelling from the mega cities …
Patricia Freshwater, Commercial Director of Global Flood Defence Systems (GFDS) shares her top tips for doing business in Asia. Global Flood Defence Systems, based in Droitwich, Worcestershire, is the leading provider of sustainable flood defence solutions for the built environment. …
On 15 February the UKABC held a small roundtable with Dr. Chatib Basri, Chairman of the Indonesia Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM). This gave a small number of companies the opportunity to discuss issues around the Indonesian regulatory and investment environment. …
Friday 22 February, we wake in Blenheim to another beautiful day but are aware of the southerly change heading our way and dress for cooler temperatures. It is not just the weather that has an air of change, it is …
It's sunny and bright, and there’s no wind, is this really Wellington? Well we are on the waterfront in ' the Best Little Capital in the world' and it is a stunning morning. We've three Rolls Royce's, a Bentley, Range …
Two vast bridges spans a picturesque strait. Nearby, engineers are completing a rail tunnel which, like the bridges, will link Europe and Asia. A third bridge is under construction. A road tunnel is planned, together with a brand-new airport which, …
Another early morning start and we fueled up on coffee and big breakfasts before watching Napier recede into our rear-vision mirrors.We headed towards Masterton and another heart-warming welcome from the locals. One of the highlights of the Rally has been coming to …
As I write this, our team is currently hosting a trade mission with a group of UK companies from the East Midlands, North East, and East of England looking to expand their business in Mexico’s emerging market. Through a set …
UKTI Asia Task Force Showcase member Charles Baughan, Managing Director of Devon-based Westaway Sausages, has seen his premier sausage range flying off the shelves across Asia. In this guest blog Charles gives his top tips for success in this market and tells …
