investment in Vietnam

investment in Vietnam

investment in Vietnam

Conference on Trade and Investment in Binh Duong Province, Vietnam

The U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City and Binh Duong Province jointly sponsored a conference on September 22, 2009 to collectively better publicize opportunities for U.S. business in Binh Duong Province, Vietnam.  Binh Duong, which neighbors Ho Chi Minh City and is one of the fastest growing locations in Southeast Asia, is increasing efforts to attract U.S. and European business according to Chairman of Binh Duong’s People’s Committee, Mr. Nguyen Hoang Son


Chairman Son said at the Conference in his opening remarks that the province would continue to improve its business environment and infrastructure to attract more investment, especially in green and hi-tech projects from foreign investors.  The Chairman further noted that he and a large delegation from Binh Duong had just returned within the last few days from a business promotion trip to many countries in Europe.  He said that interest in Europe was high in Binh Duong as a site for new factories and for participation in the Binh Duong new city (for more information on the new city, click here ) and other major infrastructure projects. 

Chairman Son said at the trade and investment conference that the southern province would not license polluting projects and those outside industrial parks to ensure better control over environmental issues.  He noted that the province would focus on large projects that need well-trained employees rather than those that need a large number of unskilled workers.  The province had invested heavily in new modern industrial parks to attract new projects and currently hosted 28 industrial parks.  He further noted that the province had invested in a new University and aimed to have 60 per cent of its workforce trained by 2010.  It was also working with HCM City and neighboring provinces to develop and improve its transportation infrastructure system as well as seaports and international airports, he said.


Chairman Son was followed by the highest ranking official in the South of Vietnam, Kenneth J Fairfax, US Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, who said Binh Duong has been successful in creating a new economic model for Viet Nam.  Mr. Fairfax said that he was a big fan of Binh Duong because of the demonstrated vision, energy and leadership shown by the province.
from - http://www.business-in-asia.com/vietnam/trade_investment_binh_duong.html

what is popular food in japan

what is popular food in japan
You can avoid ¥774 ($6) cups of coffee and ¥1,161 ($9) hamburgers if you know what to eat and how to get it. The Japanese diet consists of plenty of rice, fish, and noodles, all of which can be bought far more cheaply than expensive Western foods like burgers and pizza. Though it might take a while to adjust to the high-salt, low-fat content of most Japanese foods, eating a traditional Japanese diet will leave you with more change in your pocket and less cholesterol in your arteries. Try to keep your consumption of the more expensive Western-style foods at a minimum.


Popular Dishes
Curry rice. Rice with the Japanese version of Indian curry added. It can be ordered in varying degrees of spiciness.
Donburi. A bowl of rice with a hot entree, like stir-fried vegetables or deep-fried chicken, on top.
Kobe beef. A very expensive delicacy throughout Japan, Kobe beef comes from specially bred cattle, massaged and pampered throughout their lives to produce especially tender meat. The high fat content sometimes makes this meat unpalatable to Westerners.
Ramen. A popular and very inexpensive noodle soup. This is true Japanese "fast food." It seems that everywhere you look office workers can be seen slurping down a quick bowl of ramen. It can be ordered in different styles with vegetables and/or meat.

Tempura. Lightly batter-fried vegetables and shrimp served with a dipping sauce.
Teishoku (or setto). This is a set meal that usually includes an entree, soup, salad, and a drink. Teishokus are great because you get a lot of food for a very reasonable price.
Udon. Very similar to ramen, but with thicker noodles. Udon is inexpensive and can be purchased at most ramen stands.
Yakisoba. The literal translation is "fried noodles," but yakisoba can also include vegetables and meat. The ingredients are stir-fried in a wok and eaten like spaghetti.

The foods listed above can be found throughout Japan, and vary only slightly from region to region. You will find the best values on or near college campuses and train stations. Avoid restaurants in hotels because they inflate prices for naive tourists. Remember that there is no tipping in Japan.
Groceries


Buy in bulk! Discount stores do exist in Japan and offer bulk goods at reduced prices. There is a very low sales tax in Japan. Ask your employer for the store nearest you. For daily necessities, shop at a major supermarket, like you would in North America. Avoid food markets in major department stores (Daimaru, Mitsukoshi) - the food looks appealing, but the prices are outrageous. Instead, look for the local Japanese farmers' cooperative. They tend to have the best prices on produce. Also, don't overlook Japan's ubiquitous vending machines; they offer the cheapest coffee prices in town and also dispense everything from french fries and vegetables to bottled beer