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Gov. Heineman Opens Nebraska's First China Trade Office

Gov. Dave Heineman today officially opened Nebraska’s first trade office in China. The Nebraska Center China will be a vital element in the continuing development of Nebraska-China relations. Government officials and business leaders on both sides of the world joined together via technology to celebrate the opening of the state’s newest international trade office. One of the key growth areas between Nebraska and China is value-added agriculture exports. Supporting this will be Nebraska’s partnership in the Paulson Institute, a non-partisan institution that promotes sustainable economic growth with China, especially in the areas of value added exports and Chinese investment in the U.S.
Outcomes: 
The Nebraska Center in China represents a gateway for Nebraska companies entering and expanding in China. Services will include business counseling related to all markets, the promotion of products and services, assistance with identifying potential business partners and cultivating customers, trade show representation, and access to key communications channels. The Center also will concentrate on attracting more Chinese investment to Nebraska.
Government?: 
Yes
Type of Exchange: 
business
diplomatic
Partners: 
Nebraska State Government
Nebraska Department of Economic Development
Chinese government
Participants (Types): 
Governor Dave Heineman
Exchange Date: 
Monday, March 18, 2013
Continuing: 
No
Level of Government: 
state/provincial
Location: 
Nebraska and Shanghai
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