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politics1 year ago

Japanese Prime Minister's Visit to North Carolina: Strengthening Ties and Investments

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida visited North Carolina, touring the Toyota electric battery plant and HondaJet facility, and joining Gov. Roy Cooper for a state luncheon highlighting economic partnerships and Japanese-American relations. The visit, believed to be the first by a sitting head of state to North Carolina in decades, emphasized Japan's significant investments in the state, with discussions on research, development, and job creation. The visit showcased the economic ties between Japan and North Carolina, with a focus on promoting innovation and fostering mutually beneficial relationships.

via WRAL News|
#economic-partnership#fumio-kishida#japan
business1 year ago

"Fujifilm Diosynth's $1.2B Expansion and 680 New Jobs in North Carolina"

Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies is planning a $1 billion expansion in North Carolina, set to create over 600 jobs, coinciding with a visit by Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. The expansion is part of the company's growth spurt in the Triangle, with state officials and company executives expected to make the announcement. North Carolina has been attracting biotech and pharma companies due to its strong talent pool, with Japanese investments in the state creating thousands of jobs and contributing to the local communities.

via WRAL News|
#business#economic-partnership#expansion
trade-and-economy1 year ago

"India Secures Historic $100 Billion Free Trade Deal with European EFTA Bloc"

India has signed a $100bn free trade agreement with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), comprising Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein, which will lead to the lifting of import tariffs on industrial products from these countries in return for a 15-year investment. The deal aims to boost exports, promote investment, and create employment, with provisions for liberalized trade rules for Indian agricultural exporters and opportunities for professionals to work in the EFTA zone. The agreement also includes elements such as intellectual rights and gender equity, and all five countries must ratify the deal before it can take effect.

via Al Jazeera English|
#economic-partnership#efta#free-trade-agreement
diplomacy2 years ago

"Secretary Blinken's Diplomatic Mission: Addressing Security Challenges in West Africa"

Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to Cabo Verde, Cote d’Ivoire, Nigeria, and Angola to emphasize the accelerated U.S.-Africa partnership in areas such as climate, food, and health security, as well as future-focused economic partnership and infrastructure investment. He will also advance security partnerships based on shared values and reaffirm the U.S. commitment to high-level engagement with Africa.

via Department of State|
#africa#antony-blinken#diplomacy
international-relations2 years ago

Vietnam's Vice President Affirms Japan as Top Economic Partner

Vietnam considers Japan its top economic partner and values its official development assistance, which is the largest among developed countries. The close ties between the two countries have been strengthened through frequent visits by their leaders. Vietnam emphasizes the importance of people-to-people exchanges and hopes for an increase in Japanese tourists visiting the country.

via Japan Today|
#diplomatic-relations#economic-partnership#international-relations
international-relations2 years ago

Bilawal engages in exclusive meeting with Iranian counterpart Abdollahian

Pakistan and Iran have formulated a five-year trade cooperation plan with a target of $5 billion for bilateral trade. The plan aims to remove obstacles in trade, establish a free trade agreement, and strengthen institutional linkages between the private sectors of both countries. The two sides have also agreed to set up a special economic free trade region along the common border points and prioritize the operationalization of border markets. Additionally, they have pledged to repatriate sentenced prisoners, release fishermen, and waive fines for the release of vessels. The leaders discussed the human rights situation in India-occupied Kashmir, Afghanistan, countering Islamophobia, and enhancing cooperation in various fields. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to strengthening relations with Iran and addressing Islamophobia.

via DAWN.com|
#bilateral-relations#economic-partnership#international-relations
politics2 years ago

South Korean President Yoon seeks to strengthen security ties during Vietnam visit.

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has begun his three-day state visit to Vietnam, aiming to strengthen bilateral relations through a summit with his Vietnamese counterpart and events to boost economic and cultural partnerships. Yoon emphasized the "remarkable progress" made by the two countries over the last 30 years since establishing diplomatic ties and is expected to further upgrade the existing comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries. South Korea is the largest investor in Vietnam, with major conglomerates such as Samsung, LG, SK, Hyundai, and Lotte present.

via The Korea Herald|
#bilateral-relations#cultural-exchange#economic-partnership
politics2 years ago

Biden to Host UK's Sunak for First White House Visit Amid Brexit Uncertainty.

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will visit the White House on Thursday to discuss Ukraine and economic partnership with President Joe Biden. Sunak hopes to reinforce the steady working relationship between the two countries, while Biden sees the meeting as a key moment to deepen their relationship. Sunak is expected to pitch making Britain a world leader in developing and regulating artificial intelligence. The talks come at a turning point in the Russia-Ukraine war, and Sunak is also coming into the meeting with major economic priorities, including a push for closer investment links and more resilient supply chains.

via CNN|
#artificial-intelligence#biden#economic-partnership
politics2 years ago

Blinken strengthens US-Vietnam ties during visit to Hanoi amidst China tensions.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh expressed a desire to deepen and upgrade their ties during Blinken's first visit to Vietnam as the top US diplomat. The US seeks to solidify alliances in the region to counter an increasingly assertive China. Vietnam is a crucial Southeast Asian trading partner that Washington wants to bolster ties with, but for Hanoi, it has been a difficult balancing act between cooperating with Washington without upsetting Beijing. Blinken also emphasized the importance of human rights during his meeting with Chinh.

via Reuters.com|
#antony-blinken#china#economic-partnership
trade2 years ago

UK Joins Trans-Pacific Partnership to Boost International Trade

The UK has agreed to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), a trade bloc of 11 countries in the Asia-Pacific region. The agreement will reduce tariffs on UK exports such as whisky and cars, and increase access to markets including Canada, Japan, and Australia. The move is seen as a step towards the UK's goal of forging closer economic partnerships with countries outside of the EU.

via Financial Times|
#agreement#asia-pacific#economic-partnership