South Carolina brief
The State of South Carolina has a prominent place in the global marketplace for many reasons, but two factors are perhaps at the top of the list: the state’s advantageous location in the fast-growing Southeastern U.S. and an interconnected transportation system, at the center of which is the Port of Charleston – the most productive port in North America. Because of these factors, South Carolina has led the nation in recruiting foreign direct investment on a per capita basis, and today is home to more than 1,200 locations of foreign companies operating within our borders. Since January of 2011, South Carolina has recruited over $16.6 billion in capital investment from foreign companies, and nearly one-third of all jobs announced in the past four years have been a result of foreign direct investment. We have received almost $1.1 billion from China, and together these projects have created over 3,497 local jobs in South Carolina.
The South Carolina Department of Commerce’s international strategy has focused on recruiting global business for several decades, and world-class brands like Haier, Michelin, BMW, Keer and Wellman Plastics Recycling are finding success in the state. Offices in Europe and Asia help companies establish, relocate and expand business operations in the U.S. and North American markets. In South Carolina, a robust logistics infrastructure, skilled workforce, access to growing markets and a business-friendly environment are all key assets that will continue to make our state particularly attractive for foreign investment.
Brian Connors （Michigan-China Innovation Center）
- ：connorsb@michiganchina.org
- ：+1 517-455-6344
- ：1001 Woodward Ave. Suite 950, Detroit, MI 48226
- ：michiganchina.org
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Introduction
The Michigan-China Innovation Center (MCIC) works on behalf of the State of Michigan government to manage Michigan’s China business development and relationships. MCIC’s mission is to promote business ties between Michigan and China.
MCIC provides free services directly to Chinese companies considering business in Michigan. MCIC provides free information, local introductions, and, in coordination with State of Michigan government, incentives support for Chinese businesses that are considering investing in Michigan.
MCIC has helped numerous Chinese businesses establish successful operations in Michigan, working in many industries, such as automotive manufacturing, automotive R&D, sales & logistics, insurance, and finance.We look forward to supporting your business, and hope you’ll contact us!
Charles You（Georgia Ports Authority, China Representative）
- ：cyou@gaports.com
- ：+86.21.5508.3967
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- ：www.georgia.gov/agencies/georgia-ports-authority
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Georgia brief
The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) is the administrative agency of the U.S. state of Georgia, that Develop, maintain and operate ocean and inland river ports within Georgia; foster international trade and new industry for state and local communities; promote Georgia's agricultural, industrial and natural resources; and maintain the natural quality of the environment.
Headquartered in Savannah, - the No.4 busiest container port in U.S., GPA hosts the vast majority water-borne trade of Georgia and South East of U.S.
