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Vietnamese Ambassador to the United States Visits Maryland

by Yumiko Kozu on Apr 18,2017

The working visit of Ambassador Vinh to Maryland reconfirmed the relationship and solidified agreements on further bilateral engagement.

South Korea Commemorates 5th Anniversary of Free Trade Agreement with the US -- 한미 FTA 5주년 맞아 한미교역 재조명

by JAICHUNG LEE on Apr 14,2017

Also featured in: Asia, South Korea

The Korean trade minister’s visit to Washington, the 5th anniversary of KORUS Free Trade Agreement, and the Public-Private Committee on Korea-US Trade meeting highlighted thriving trade ties. 한국 산업통상자원부 장관 워싱턴 방문, 한미 FTA 발효...

Starbucks launches social gifting feature on WeChat in China

by XIAOYI WANG on Apr 13,2017

Also featured in: Asia, China

Through this partnership with WeChat, Starbucks taps into China’s large consumer base.

US FDA Participates in Indian Medical Product Safety Forum

by Genna Liu on Apr 12,2017

Also featured in: Asia, India

Improved product safety in India benefits US medical patients.

King Kong in Vietnam

by ANH PHAM on Apr 7,2017

Also featured in: Asia, Asean

The American blockbuster sets Vietnam as the newest hideout for its legendary monster.

Samoan Government Announces Plan to Connect Australia, New Zealand, Samoa and California through Submarine Cable Networks

by TARA DUANE on Mar 29,2017

The offshoot of the Southern Cross Cable Network would directly connect Samoa to Australia, New Zealand, and California.

South Korean Tire Manufacturer to Create More Than 1,200 Jobs in Tennessee -- 한국 타이어의 테네시 새 공장이 현지인력 1,200명 채용 예고

by JAICHUNG LEE on Mar 28,2017

Also featured in: Asia, South Korea

The completion of Hankook Tire’s new plant will strengthen bonds between Tennessee and Asia-based automotive companies. 한국타이어의 새 공장이 아시아의 자동차산업 기업과 테네시주를 잇다.

Chinese Tire Importer Expands to Indiana

by TARA DUANE on Mar 22,2017

Also featured in: Asia, China

Chinese investment continues to create jobs for the people of Indiana.

US Engineering Firm Designs First High-Speed Railway in Southeast Asia

by ANH PHAM on Mar 21,2017

Also featured in: Asia, Asean

Singapore’s Land Transport Authority appointed AECOM and a team of specialist consultants to design the Singaporean section of the Kuala Lumpur-Singapore high speed railroad.

Washington State's APEC Connections and Legacies

by SEAN CONNELL on Mar 15,2017

Washington State has a unique relationship with APEC that continues to shape the organization, its initiatives, and traditions today.

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