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International Resources
There are many opportunities outside of the U.S. The U.S. Department of Commerce hosts events, webinars and even trade missions to promote U.S. companies abroad. Visit www.export.gov and www.trade.gov to see all the resources offered by the U.S. Government.
Planned & awarded opportunities at/above $200K are posted at: https://www.mcc.gov/work-with-us/mcc-partner-countries
Small water projects in the pipeline: https://www.fomilenioii.gob.sv/apuestaporinversiones
AIA Global Resource Primer
Click HERE to review articles in the AIA Global Resource Primer that provide awareness of the cultural differences and give helpful guidance for practicing abroad.
Click HERE for the International Union of Architects Website
Caribbean
Caribbean Countries Resource Guide
Click HERE to access a resource guide that provides an abundance of information about Caribbean Countries, including:
- Population
- Culture
- History
- Government Structure
- Climate
- Economy
- Tourism
- Much More!
Beyond the Caribbean
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USMCA (U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement) Briefing - Tuesday, August 13
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The NAFTA countries signed an Agreement to modernize it, whichis now referred to as the United States, Mexico, Canada Agreement (USMCA). The current North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) remains in effect. The USMCA can come into effect once theU.S. Congress passes the implementing bill for the new agreement, and the governments of Canada and Mexico do the same.
Christine Gomes of the Western Hemisphere Office at the U.S. Department of Commerce in Washington, DC is coming to Jacksonville to explain the new USMCA.
- Learn the current status of NAFTA and how it will change under the proposed replacement: USMCA
- Learn about the three key goals of the USMCA
- Learn about the changes on "Rules of Origin" for autos, agriculture, labor, digital trade, Intellectual Property
- Learn how SMEs will be recognized and benefited with easier market entry procedures into Canada and Mexico
- DATE: Tuesday, August 13, 2019
- LOCATION: JAX Chamber, 3 Independent Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32202 (3rd Floor)
- TIME: 8:00 AM Registration, 8:30 AM Program, 10:00 AM Q&A
- COST: $10
- CONTACT:
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Central America is a growing market for United States exports, and U.S. products are highly accepted in the region.
The Trade Mission is open to U.S. companies from a cross-section of industries with growth potential in Central America.
Mission Dates: August 18-23, 2019
Location: Washington, DC (Conference), Costa Rica, El Salvador, Honduras, Guatemala, Belize, Nicaraguaand Panama (Trade Mission)
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Tap into Energy and Infrastructure Opportunities in the Middle East
and Africa
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At the 19th edition ofDiscover Global Markets business forum, the U.S. Commercial Service will help U.S. firms access oil and gas, renewable energy, electricity infrastructure, construction, engineering and transportation sectors in the Middle East and Africa.
Strong government investment plans and growing populations are creating new energy and infrastructure opportunities for U.S. exporters across the Middle East and Africa. In 2019, the region is expected to have the fastest construction industry growth rate in the world, according to Business Monitor International, with strong demand for rail, road and port improvements. New refinery projects are planned, and the region’s top markets are focusing on natural gas and clean energy projects to meet power needs. Access the U.S. Commercial Service’s market intelligence resourcesto learn more.
Create a customized experience that may include:
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Strategizing one-on-one with 20+ U.S. Commercial Diplomats from Africa and the Middle East
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Participating in dynamic roundtable discussions and plenaries
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Meeting with international buyers and government officials, as well as U.S. primes seeking suppliers for their projects
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Networking with diplomats, expert presenters, international buyers andfellow exporters
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