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invites you to participate in the

3rd ABiCC BUSINESS MISSION TO HONG KONG
& WORLD SME EXPO

December 10th -  December 15th, 2007

Supported by
Hong Kong Trade Development Council

Don’t miss this opportunity to participate in a mission to the Gateway to Asia and mainland China: Hong Kong, the most vibrant business center in the region!

DOWNLOAD NOW:
ABICC Hong-Kong Business Mission form 2007
ABICC Hong-Kong Business mission 2007, invitation

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) play an extremely important role in today’s global economies. A vibrant SME sector contributes to job creation, and has always been a strong engine of economic growth. The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (TDC) organizes an annual exhibition to help SMEs explore international market opportunities – World SME Expo. The event is a platform for SME service providers to showcase their services and business solutions for the unique needs of SMEs. It is also an international SME marketplace for networking, business matching, and exchange of ideas and inspiration. Over 30,000 SMEs from different product and service sectors are expected to attend World SME Expo.

Main industries of interest: Food and beverage, trade and business services, professional and financial services, manufactured products, real estate.

PROGRAM:
December 10th  :           Departure Miami
December
 11th  :          Arrival Hong Kong
December 12th:              Free day
December  13th & 14th SME Expo: Business seminars, individual business matching, appointments, and group briefings.
December  15th:           Departure Hong Kong and Arrival Miami.

Individuals can extend their trips to particular cities in mainland China, such as Beijing and Shanghai, before or after the group mission, for an additional approximate airfare cost of $400 round-trip. Please note that the travel agent will be able to arrange for your travel visa to mainland China.

PRICE: US$ 1.690  per person, double occupancy, plus tax. Price is subject to change and is based on availability . Limited space. !!!!
ABICC registration fee $50. To be payable to ABICC by check .Please mail it to 260 Crandon Blvd Suite 32 PMB 136, Key Biscayne Fl 33149.

TERMS: At least 6 weeks advance booking and payment is required !!!

INCLUDED:
- Round-trip with Cathay Pacific Coach Class;
- 4 nights in 4-star hotel double occupancy;
- Round trip bus transfer airport/hotel; (in Hong-Kong)
- Free admission to World SME Expo;
- Seminars and forums;
- Customized business matching services

For further information please contact ABiCC at 305-365-7247 or send an email to news@abicc.org  Also Please fill the form attached to register as participant of this mission . For the  travel arrangements please call the Travel Agency and ask for“”Marie”” at INNOVA TRAVEL, INC.  TEL: (954) 747-8282, or by email at innovafl@yahoo.com  Address: 2574 N.  UNIVERSITY DR., SUITE 220 SUNRISE, FL 33322 TEL: (954) 747-8282 .

DOWNLOAD NOW:
ABICC Hong-Kong Business Mission form 2007
ABICC Hong-Kong Business mission 2007, invitation


Calendar of Events of the
ABICC World Business Month 2007

 

ABICC with its 44 chambers
Date: Thursday April 26, 2007.
Event: Inauguration of the ABICC World Business Month 2007 with an International Wine, Food and liquor tasting.
Time:
From 5:30pm -9pm
Time  6:30pm Ribbon cutting ceremony.
Location: Rusty Pelican, Key Biscayne
Entrance complimentary
RSVP: news@abicc.org
Cash bar.

 

Organization : Norwegian American Chamber of Commerce
Date:
Friday April 27th, 2007.
Event: New River dinner cruise with the Jungle Queen Riverboat
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: 801 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Cost: $30 for members & $35 non members"All you can eat" BBQ Ribs, Chicken and Shrimps with trimmings.
RSVP:
by Tuesday April 24, 2007 by e-mail nscnacc@yahoo.com or phone: 954-270-0515

 

Organization: Trinidad & Tobago/ USA Chamber of Commerce
Date:
May 2nd, 2007
Title of the event: Connecting & Showcasing
Location: Cielo Restaurant, 3990 Mary Street, Coconut Grove, Fl 33133.
Time: 6:30pm
Speaker: Presentations by: Amera Corporation, Safeway Protection/ADT Security, SeaFreight Agencies, Inc.
Cost: Free.
RSVP: 305-652-2478 or 754-224-8150

 

Organization: Italy America Chamber of Commerce
Date:
May 3rd, 2007
Event:
Italian Dinner & Networking meeting.
Time: 8pm
Location: Restaurant Saporissimo in Boca Raton
Cost:$50
RSVP: marketing@iacc-miami.com

 

Organization: INDIA US Chamber of Commerce
Date:
May 4rd ,2007
Event: Psychoanalysing the Movie “ FIRE”
Discussant: Saida Koita,MD, President, Florida Psychoanalytic Society, written and directed by Indian born film maker Deep Metha.
Location: Mercy Hospital’s Bayside Pavillion, 3663 S. Miami Avenue, Coconut Grove
Time: 7PM Wine & Cheese- 7:30pm Program. Free Parking.
Cost: General admission $10.00 wich can be paid at the entrance.

 

Organization: Florida China Chamber of Commerce
Date
May 5th, 2007
Event: Dragon Boat Race.  The purpose of the annual Miami Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival is to promote the sport and tradition of dragon boat racing, sharing this dramatic aspect of Asian culture with the greater Miami community. Proceeds from the Dragon Boat Festival will go towards promotion of dragon boat racing in Miami and toward charitable activities.
Time 10:00am -5:00pm
Location;
Brickell Key / Mandarin Oriental, Brickell Ave S.E. 8th Street
Cost:
Free admission

 

Organization : Congolese American Chamber of Commerce.
Date
May 5th, 2007
Event: Fashion show. African Night.
Time; 7:30pm
Location:
The Inter-Continental Hotel, down town Miami
Cost: $50.
Rsvp:786-2717871

 

Organization: Pakistan American Chamber of Commerce.
Date :
9May, 2007
Event: Pakistan-US Relations - Luncheon
Speaker: Pakistani Ambassador, MrMahmud Ali Durrani
Time: 11:30am
Location: Rusty Pelican Restaurant, Key Biscayne.
Cost: $35
Send payment no later that May 2nd, to Pakistan-American Chamber
Of Commerce of Florida,555 N.E.15street,suite 31H,
Miami,Fla.33132.(space is limited).
Rsvp: Ahmed Kabani: 305 807 8080.email: Agkabani@yahoo.com

 

Organization: Venezuelan American Chamber of Commerce
Date:
May 10th, 2007.
Event: Business Luncheon
Speaker:
Mr. Noel Alvarez, the President of the Confederation of Venezuelan Chambers of Commerce-CONSECOMERCIO
Time: Location: Cacao Restaurant, 141 Giralda, Coral Gables Fl 33134
Cost:
$35 for member & $45 non members
RSVP: (305) 728-7042 e-mail: admin@venezuelanchamber.org

 

Organization: Colombian American Chamber of Commerce
Date:
May 10th, 2007.
Event: EXPO MODA
Time:
7PM
Location Rusty Pelican in Key Biscayne
Cost: $35
Rsvp: 305-446-2542 

 

Organization: Norwegian American Chamber of Commerce
Date:
May 18, 2007
Event: Celebration of Norway’s Constitution Day. Time and place TBA
Time:TBA
Location:TBA
CostTBA
RsvpTBA

 

Organization: German American Business Chamber of Florida
Date:
May 22, 2007
Event: Award of Excellence
Ricipient:
Eva Alexandra Countess Kendeffy
Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany
Time:
6 pm to 8 pm
Location: Northern Trust Bank, Miami
Cost: USD 50
Rsvp: May 15, 2007- 305- 371-4282

 

Organization: French American Chamber of Commerce
Date:
May 22, 2007
Event: FACC business card exchange
Time: 7pm – 9pm
Location: Icon Brickell, 501 Brickell Avenue, Miami Fl 33131
Cost: cocktail offered by Icon Brickell
RSVP:info@faccmiami.com

 

Organization: Jamaica USA Chamber of Commerce (JAUSACC)
Date: May 23-25, 2007.
Event: Jamaican Business Expo and Conference
1.877.JAUSACC or 305.576.7888
marie@mgillonline.com

 

Organization: Jamaica USA Chamber of Commerce
Date: Wednesday, May 23, 2007.
Event:  
Welcome Dinner - Celebrating 60th Anniversary of
Jamaica Manufacturers Association (JMA)
Speaker:Mrs. Doreen Frankson

President, Jamaica Manufacturers Assn. (JMA)
Special Guests:  Jamaican and Local Government Officials
Business Community invited (Book early - space is limited)
Time: 7pm-11pm
Location: Kareem's Restaurant,
7529 West Oakland Park Blvd.
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33319
COST:    $40 per person
RSVP:
1.877.JAUSACC or 305.576.7888
marie@mgillonline.com

 

Organization: Jamaica USA Chamber of Commerce
Date: Thursday May 24, 2007.
Event:
Breakfast
 Keynote Speaker:
Hon Phillip Paul - Government of Jamaica
Minister of Industry, Technology, Energy and Commerce
Time: 7:30am – 10:00am
Location:
  Signature Grand
6900 State Road 84, Davie, Florida
Cost:
$25
Time : 10am- 8pm
Event: Jamaican Business Expo and Business Matchmaker Meetings
(Including JMA's Delegation of Business Exhibitors from Jamaica
and Overseas/Local Exhibitors.  One-on-One Meetings will be arranged)
Time 8:00pm- 9:30pm
Event: Networking Reception on Expo Floor
Location: Signature Grand
6900 State Road 84, Davie, Florida

COSTS:
Breakfast  - $25
Exhibitor Booths - $225 
Expo Only - FREE
Networking Reception - FREE
RSVP: 1.877.JAUSACC or 305.576.7888
marie@mgillonline.com

 

Organization: Swedish American Chamber of Commerce
Date:
Thursday May 24th, 2007
Event: Swedish Corporate Dinner
Speaker:
Per-Olof Loof, CEO of Kemet
Time:
7:00PM
Location: Diegos’s Restaurant, Alhambra ,  in Coral Gables
Cost: $55
Rsvp: jonas@sacc-florida.com

 

Organization: Costa Rica US. Chamber of Commerce
Date:
Thursday May 24th, 2007.
Event: Lecture on : "Modernization of Justice an stabilizer entity  of a developing country and future political security for local investors." 
Speaker: DR. LUIS PAULINO MORA MORA,  CHIEF JUSTICE OF THE SUPREME COURT of COSTA RICA.
Time: 5 :30pm
Location
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY (FIU)
Cost:
None. Sponsored by Banco Internacional de Costa Rica (BICSA's Miami Agency) and ALLERGAN Medical of Costa Rica. There will be a Cocktail Reception after event on location.
Rsvp:
By May 18, 2007:   gborbon@aol.com

 

Organization: Jamaica USA Chamber of Commerce
Date: Friday, May 25, 2007 
Event:
2nd Annual Recognition & Installation Luncheon
Featuring:  The Jamaican Milestone Awards 
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Signature Grand
6900 State Road 84 - Davie, Florida
RSVP & information: 1.877.JAUSACC *305.576.7888

Event:Luncheon Keynote Speaker:
G. Raymond Chang (Hon. Doc.)
Chairman, CI Financials - Canada
Chancellor, Ryerson University - Canada
(Come and learn strategies from this Jamaican-born Business Tycoon
who took a $5 million company and turned it into an $80 Billion empire, and
why the G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education, with an enrollment of
over 64,000 at Ryerson University is named after him.)
Master of Ceremonies
Mrs. Marie Garth-Sharpe - Radio Broadcast Personality
LUNCHEON COST:
 $55 per person
$550 per table of 10
RSVP:1.877.JAUSACC *305.576.7888

 

Organization: Rwanda America Chamber of Commerce:
Date
May 28th- - 30th, 2007
Event: Trade Mission to Rwanda. Fourth coming International Investment and Trade Conference in Kigali Rwanda
Rsvp: Phone: 954-554-0617; rwandaamericanchamber@yahoo.com

 

Organization: Italy Chamber of Commerce
Date:
May 31st
Event:  Italian Cooking Show. 2 of the best Italian chefs in Florida will give a class celebrating a popular Italian ingredient: the Basil. The cooking class will be followed by a cocktail reception and tasting of Italian genuine products.
Time: 6pm
Location:  Mia Cucina, Miracle Mile, Coral Gables.
Cost: $30
RSVP: marketing@iacc-miami.com

 




Invite you to:

7th ABiCC WORLD BUSINESS WEEK 2007

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS CARD EXCHANGE with
WINE, LIQUOR & FOOD TASTING
&
Inauguration ceremony

Thursday April 26th 2007, from 5:30 PM - 8:30PM
Ribbon cutting ceremony 6:30PM

At The Rusty Pelican
On Key Biscayne
with fantastic bay view!
3201 Rickenbacker Cswy, Key Biscayne, FL 33149

Entrance is Complimentary.
Bring lots of business cards.!!





cordially invites you to its

GALA DINNER

In Honor of

Prof. Muhammad Yunus
Winner of the 2006 Nobel Peace Prize

And winner of the

2007 ABiCC AWARD FOR
LEADERSHIP IN GLOBAL TRADE


Thursday March 15
th, 2007, at 7:00 p.m.

The Ritz Carlton Hotel
3300 S.W. 27th Avenue
, Coconut Grove. (Miami)

RESERVATIONS:
Reservation must be made in advance by sending your name and telephone number by email to
news@abicc.org

Reservation will only be confirmed once check has arrived!
NO EXCEPTIONS! NO TELEPHONE RESERVATIONS!

Fee: $69 by check only to:
ABiCC, 260 Crandon Blvd, Suite 32 PMB 136, Key Biscayne, FL 33149

Payment and email must be received by ABiCC latest Friday, March 9th .
(Limited space available).

Dress Code: Black Tie &  Long Dress


PREVIOUS WINNERS OF THE

ABICC AWARD FOR LEADERSHIP IN GLOBAL TRADE

1999 Lech Walesa, Former President of Poland and Winner of Nobel Peace Prize
2001 Violeta Chamorro, Former President of Nicaragua
2002 Enrique Iglesias, President of the Inter-American Development Bank
2003 Gonzalo Sanchez de Lozada,  Former President of Bolivia
2004 Cesar Gaviria, Secretary General, Organization of American States
2005 Oscar Arias, President of Costa Rica and Winner of Nobel Peace Prize
2006 Luis Alberto Moreno, President of the Inter-American Development Bank



announces and congratulates

Prof. MUHAMMAD YUNUS
2006 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate

as the Winner of the

2007 ABICC AWARD FOR LEADERSHIP IN GLOBAL TRADE
by the Association of Bi-National Chambers of Commerce in Florida, USA (ABiCC)

for his leadership in accelerating economic and social development in Bangladesh and in other countries around the world by creating a revolutionary model of banking practice that allows millions of poor to have an opportunity to develop their dreams and skills, and thereby lift themselves out of poverty. Ms. Lita Haeger, the President of ABiCC, said that Dr. Yunus’ model can be repeated with great success throughout the poor regions of Latin America and the Caribbean. His leadership in the development of the Grameen Bank has become a beacon of hope for millions throughout the western hemisphere.

Muhammad Yunus is a Bangladeshi banker and economist. He is the developer of the concept of micro-credit, the extension of small loans to entrepreneurs too poor to qualify for traditional bank loans. Dr. Yunus is also the founder of Grameen Bank. Dr. Yunus and the bank were jointly awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006, "for their efforts to create economic and social development from below."

Trained in economics in the United States, he returned to Bangladesh in 1972 and took a chair in economics at the University of Chittagong. In 1974 he underwent a personal crisis during the country's famine. It shook him to see such poverty. As early as in 1976, he hit on the idea of opening a bank for poor people. He lent 27 dollars out of his own pocket to 42 craftsmen in a little village in Bangladesh, telling them that they could pay the money back when they could afford to. In the weeks that followed, he gave the matter a great deal of thought, and decided that there would have to be an institutional solution. The result was Grameen Bank, which is present today in the vast majority of Bangladesh's thousands of villages, and which since its formal opening in 1983 has lent almost six billion dollars. Today the bank has almost seven million borrowers. Grameen Bank lends 800 million dollars per year, in loans averaging just over one hundred dollars. The bank is self-financing and makes a profit. The repayment percentage is very high. Muhammad Yunus says, "Lend the poor money in amounts which suit them, teach them a few sound financial principles, and they manage on their own".

Muhammad Yunus has shown himself to be a leader who has managed to turn visions into practical action for the benefit of millions of people, not only in Bangladesh but also in many other countries. There are now micro-credit programs in nearly one hundred countries all over the world. Loans to poor people, most often women, without any financial security had appeared to be an impossible idea. From modest beginnings three decades ago, Yunus has, first and foremost through Grameen Bank, developed micro-credit into an ever more important instrument in the struggle against poverty. Grameen Bank has been a source of ideas and models for the many institutions in the field of micro-credit that have sprung up around the world. In Yunus's words, "Micro-credit is a well-tried and well-founded method that can bring financial services to the poorest of the poor. Micro-credit promotes entrepreneurship, and puts each individual poor person, especially women, in the driving-seat in their own lives".

The Association of bi-National Chambers of Commerce (ABiCC), the umbrella organization for over forty international chambers of commerce in Florida, will host a Gala Dinner on Thursday, March 15, at 7PM, in honor of Dr. Muhammad Yunus to present him with the Award for Leadership in Global Trade.

ABICC ANNUAL GALA DINNER IN HONOR OF Prof. MUHAMMAD YUNUS
Winner of the 2007 ABiCC Award for Leadership in Global Trade
Thursday, March 15, 7PM
Ritz Carlton Hotel, Coconut Grove, Miami, Florida
For your reservation, please send an email to:
news@abicc.org



MAKE YOUR RESERVATION. The space is limited.!!!!


invites you to participate in the

ABiCC BUSINESS MISSION TO HONG KONG
& WORLD SME EXPO

November 27 th - December 2nd , 2006

Sponsored by

Hong Kong Trade Development Council

Don’t miss this opportunity to participate in a mission to the Gateway to Asia and mainland China: Hong Kong, the most vibrant business center in the region!

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) play an extremely important role in today’s global economies. A vibrant SME sector contributes to job creation, and has always been a strong engine of economic growth. The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (TDC) organizes an annual exhibition to help SMEs explore international market opportunities – World SME Expo. The event is a platform for SME service providers to showcase their services and business solutions for the unique needs of SMEs. It is also an international SME marketplace for networking, business matching, and exchange of ideas and inspiration. Over 30,000 SMEs from different product and service sectors are expected to attend World SME Expo.

Main industries of interest: Food and beverage, trade and business services, professional and financial services, manufactured products, real estate.

PROGRAM:

November 2 7 : Departure Miami
November 2 8 : Arrival Hong Kong
November 2 9 / December 1st :SME Expo: Business seminars, individual business matching appointments, and group briefings.
December 2nd : Departure Hong Kong and Arrival Miami.

Individuals can extend their trips to particular cities in mainland China, such as Beijing and Shanghai, before or after the group mission, for an additional approximate airfare cost of $300 round-trip. Please note that the travel agent will be able to arrange for your travel visa to mainland China.

PRICE: US$ 1,160.00 per person, double occupancy, plus tax. Price is subject to change and is based on availability . Limited space.

TERMS: At least 6 weeks advance booking and payment is required !!!

INCLUDED:

- Round-trip with Cathay Pacific Coach Class; Or United Airlines
- 4 nights in 4-star hotel double occupancy;
- Round trip bus transfer airport/hotel; (in Hong-Kong)
- Free admission to World SME Expo;
- Seminars and forums;
- Customized business matching services

For further information please contact ABiCC at 305-365-7247 or send an email to news@abicc.org Also Please fill the form attached to register as participant of this mission . For the travel arrangements please call the Travel Agency and ask for Carol at INNOVA TRAVEL, TEL: (954) 747-8282, or email her at innovafl@yahoo.com address: 2574 N. UNIVERSITY DR., SUITE 220 SUNRISE, FL 33322

Registration fee to ABICC $50 per person.



THE ASSOCIATION OF BI-NATIONAL CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE

invite you to a

PANEL DISCUSSION SEMINAR ON

EVALUATING POLITICAL RISK
WHEN INVESTING OR
DEVELOPING IN LATIN AMERICA

Panelists:

Henrik Bergström President, Electrolux Latin America
Airton Gimenes Senior VP for Sales & Mktg Worldwide, Ryder
Thomas Staertzel President, Porsche Latin America
Diego Secchi Regional Director, Salvatore Ferragamo Latin America
Isaias Sudit President, LOC-AID Technologies
Eduardo Gamarra Professor and Director, Latin American and Caribbean Ctr, Florida International University

Moderator:
Jonas Haeger, President, Heron Medical Devices, Inc. and Surgical Team, Inc.

Thursday, November 2nd, 6-8.30PM
Biltmore Hotel
Merrick
Auditorium
1200 Anastasia Avenue
Coral Gables
, Florida

Entrance is complimentary, but RSVP is necessary as space is limited !! Please RSVP to: news@abicc.org

SPONSORS:



The Association of Bi-National Chambers of Commerce in Florida
and its 40 bi-national chambers of commerce

cordially invite you to its

Annual Gala Dinner & Installation
of its new officers for the period 2006-2007

Friday October 27, 2006, 7:00 PM

The Inter-Continental Hotel
100 Chopin Plaza, Miami
FL 33131
(Chopin Room)


ABiCC AWARD FOR LEADERSHIP IN GLOBAL TRADE 2006

& GUEST SPEAKER
Hon. Luis Alberto Moreno
President of The InterAmerican Development Bank


HONORARY CHAIRPERSON OF THE GALA DINNER.
Ambassador Carmenza Jaramillo
Consul General of Colombia


RESERVATIONS:
Reservation must be made in advance by sending your name and telephone number by email to: 
news@abicc.org

Reservation will only be confirmed once check has arrived!
NO EXCEPTIONS! NO TELEPHONE RESERVATIONS!

Fee: $69 by check only, must be mailed to:

ABiCC, 260 Crandon Blvd, Suite 32 PMB 136

Key Biscayne, FL 33149

Payment and email must be received by ABiCC latest Wednesday, October 17th

Dress Code: Black tie & Long dress


ABiCC Honorary Members

Beacon Council   Biltmore Hotel   Broward Alliance   Diario las Americas   Port of Miami

ABiCC Member Organizations
Argentina-Florida Chamber of Commerce   Asian-American Chamber of Commerce   Barbados-USA Chamber of Commerce   Brazilian International Chamber of Commerce   British-American Chamber of Commerce   Cameroon-American Chamber of Commerce   Colombian American Chamber of Commerce   Congolese-American Chamber of Commerce  Costa Rica-US Chamber of Commerce   Dominican American Chamber of Commerce   Dominican International Chamber of Commerce   Ecuadorian American Business Association   Florida-China Association   Florida-China Chamber of Commerce   French-American Chamber of Commerce  German-American Business Chamber   Ghana-American Chamber of Commerce   Grenadian-American Chamber of Commerce   Haitian-American Centre for Econ. and Public Affairs   India-USA Chamber of Commerce   Italy-America Chamber of Commerce   Japan Business Association   Jamaica-US Chamber of Commerce  Miami-Korean Chamber of Commerce   Nicaraguan-American Chamber of Commerce   Nigerian-American Chamber of Commerce   Norwegian-American Chamber of Commerce   Pakistan-American Chamber of Commerce   Peruvian-American Trade Center   Polish-American Chamber of Commerce   Rwandan American Chamber of Commerce  Senegalese-American Chamber of Commerce   South-East US-Japan Association   Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce  The Americas-Arab Chamber of Commerce   Togo-US Chamber of Commerce   Trinidad & Tobago USA Chamber of Commerce   Uruguay-U.S. Chamber of Commerce   Venezuelan-American Chamber of Commerce

SPONSORS

BAC FLORIDA
VENEVISION INTERNATIONAL
EASTERN NATIONAL BANK
PORT OF MIAMI
BROWARD ALLIANCE
ENTERPRISE
FLORIDA
LUFTHANSA
TERRANOVAWINES
CROSS FARMS
TACA
BEACON COUNCIL
INTERNATIONAL AWARENESS



Successful ABiCC business mission back from Hong Kong.


ABICC delegation to Hong-Kong with Lita Haeger president of ABICC

Sponsor by Hong Kong Trade Development Council ( TDC)

The ABiCC business mission to Hong Kong came back to Miami after a very successful trip. The delegation of 26 participants from the various bi-national chambers that are members of ABiCC had the opportunity to assist at Hong Kong's most important annual exhibition for small and medium-sized companies( World SME EXPO) . The event had over 30,000 visitors. The French prime minister and the Swedish princess Birgitta were present at the opening ceremony, together with representatives of all the participating countries. ABiCC's delegation represented the USA. The delegates had the opportunity to participate in seminars, receptions and match-makings with potential business partners, distributors, manufacturers, and representatives. The President of ABiCC, Lita Haeger, mentioned that the mission was extremely successful and that the desired objectives had been surpassed. She said that the mission gave a global platform to the participants, creating new business opportunities and building commercial and business links with the most vibrant city in Asia that is definitely the gateway to the world's largest market, China, where opportunities are infinite. Hong Kong has a free trade agreement with China, which facilitates business with this huge country. The mission was sponsored by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council and ABiCC. For those wishing to participate in ABiCC's next business mission to Hong Kong, please contact ABiCC at news@abicc.org or call 305-365-7247.


ABICC delegation to Hong-Kong with Lita Haeger president of ABICC


Opening ceremony of the Hong-Kong World SME Expo


Delegates of the ABICC business mission with Cindy Leung in Hong-Kong


ABiCC adds new Costa Rican chamber to its organization.

The Association of Bi-National Chambers of Commerce in Florida (ABiCC) recently had its annual General Assembly at the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables During the meeting, ABiCC approved the membership of the newly created Costa Rica-US Chamber of Commerce. The President of the Costa Rican chamber, Mr. Gerardo Borbon, made a presentation to the board of directors of ABiCC, informing on the business opportunities offered by his country. The Costa Rican chamber was created in May, and has already 43 business members in less than one month, which is an indication of the need for this new organization.

The President of ABiCC, Mrs. Lita Haeger, said: "The creation of the Costa Rica-US Chamber of Commerce opens new business opportunities with this country, a fact that is especially important at this moment, since the approval of a free trade agreement with Central America is a very important issue for the whole region. We therefore have the opportunity to play an important role in promoting business and investment opportunities with Costa Rica. The existence of a Costa Rican chamber in Florida will facilitate the access to information on these opportunities offered by this beautiful country that is only a few hours' flight from Miami. ABiCC, together with its diverse representation of international business communities in Florida, is strongly supportive of the approval of the DR-CAFTA, the free trade agreement between the Central American countries, the Dominican Republic and the USA. Stability in the region will only be possible with economic prosperity through free trade."

The Mayor of Coral Gables, Mr. Don Slesnick, was a special guest during the event, and gave a presentation on the current business trends in Coral Gables, as well as on the advantages offered by the City to international corporations and diplomatic corps when establishing offices there. Mr. Slesnick congratulated ABiCC on its efforts in promoting international trade in Florida and thanked the organization for using Coral Gables as the location for its meetings.

ABiCC is the umbrella organization for 44 bi-national chambers of commerce, which together have approximately 8000 international business members representing countries from all continents. For further information, please contact ABiCC at news@abicc.org or 305-365-7247.


ABICC Board of directors with mayor of the city of Coral Gables Don Slesnick


Mr Arturo Chamorro VP of ABICC, Mr Cristiano Marinari Executive VP of ABICC, Mr Gerardo Borbon President of the new Costa Rica US Chamber of Commerce, Mrs Lita Haeger President & CEO of ABICC, Mr Fernado Borbon Ambassador of Costa Rica in Belize.



ABiCC elects new officers for 2005/2006.

The Association of Bi-National Chambers of Commerce in Florida (ABiCC) recently had its annual General Assembly at the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables during which new officers were elected for the period 2005/2006. Lita Haeger was re-elected President, and the other officers elected are Cristiano Marinari (Executive VP), Patrick Murray (Secretary), Eric Saucedo (Treasurer). Vice-Presidents are Arturo Chamorro, Zdzislaw Wesolowski and Dwayne Williams. Mrs. Haeger thanked the board for its continued support, and for its dedication in uniting the international business community under one umbrella organization. She mentioned that she will continue to work in opening new business opportunities around the world, and to position Miami as a world business capital. The Mayor of Coral Gables, Mr. Don Slesnick, was a special guest during the event, and gave a presentation on the current business trends in Coral Gables, as well as on the advantages offered by the City to international corporations and diplomatic corps when establishing offices there. Mr. Slesnick congratulated ABiCC on its efforts in promoting international trade in Florida and thanked the organization for using Coral Gables as the location for its meetings.

ABiCC, together with its diverse representation of international business communities in Florida, is strongly supportive of the approval of the DR-CAFTA, the free trade agreement between the Central American countries, the Dominican Republic and the USA. Stability in the region will only be possible with economic prosperity through free trade."

ABiCC is the umbrella organization for 44 bi-national chambers of commerce, which together have approximately 8000 international business members representing countries from all continents. For further information, please contact ABiCC at news@abicc.org or 305-365-7247.


Mr Arturo Chamorro VP of ABICC, Mr Cristiano Marinari Executive VP of ABICC, Mrs Lita Haeger President & CEO of ABICC, Mr Zdzisalw Wesolowski VP of ABICC, Mr Dawyne Williams VP of ABICC, Mr Eric Saucedo Treasurer of ABICC and Mr Patrick Murray Secretary of ABICC.


Mr Gerardo Borbon President of the Costa Rica US Chamber of Commerce, Mrs Lita Haeger President & CEO of ABICC, Mayor of the City of Coral Gables Mr Don Slesnick, Mr Zdzislaw Wesolowski VP of ABICC, Mr Cristiano Marinari Executive VP of ABICC.


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