Inspired by UKTI's Exporting is GREAT initiative to inspire and support an additional 100,000 businesses to trade abroad by 2020, here are my top 10 reasons to expand your business horizons. It's vital to look for new customers overseas as …
2015 was a milestone year in UK-China relations crowned by President Xi Jinping’s State Visit to the UK. I had the great pleasure of being part of President Xi’s visit, during which more than £40 billion in commercial deals were announced. 2016 …
Whether you choose to trade in the UK or further afield, there are risks associated with doing business. That's why it's important for businesses both in my region, Yorkshire and Humber, and across the UK, to balance associated risks and …
The skirt of his double-breasted herringbone jacket was running low over his cuffed suit trousers that had been carefully paired with intentionally scuffed brogues. Beneath the jacket, a matching heavy woollen vest, offset by a subtly printed neck scarf. His …
Some of the UK companies visiting Peru on the market visit I've just accompanied were surprised to hear, from more than one source, that Peru is a small market. The geography of the country is broad and difficult and mining …
Having never travelled to Chile before, it came as a surprise to discover that Chile is rated as safer than the UK on the Global Peace Index As well as having the best skies to look at the stars, it …
In 2013, Mexico approved a series of constitutional reforms aimed at strengthening the Mexican economy and fostering competition. The Energy Reform was conceived as central to achieving these objectives. After almost 80 years of monopoly control over the energy sector …
Oil & Gas has been one of the pillars for Brazilian economic growth over the last decade. The continued discovery and development of reservoirs has been providing opportunities for specialist suppliers around the world - including British companies. Petrobras, one …
Copper prices are plummeting in Chile, a country where copper exports make up 49% of total exports. But this is not bad news at all. What should be bad news for UK mining companies looking to do business in Chile …
On an unseasonably sunny February morning in Reading, Roger Jones and Ben Thomas from Actionable Insight were host to 15 UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) delegates on the Digital Tools for International Trade Master Class. The purpose of this Master …
Surprised? Appearances can be deceiving. Portugal has a strategic, unique location, on the west coast of Europe, and in the same time zone as the UK. Is a gateway to the world, and can help you explore the platform …
