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State of Iowa Opens Trade Office in China

Iowa Governor Chet Culver announced the opening of an Iowa trade office in Beijing, China, saying it's important the state have a presence in this large population nation with a rapidly growing economy.
Outcomes: 
As an agricultural state that relies heavily on exporting commodities, it's essential to build relationships that can help Iowa compete with farmers in South America and elsewhere that want to trade with China.
Contact Info: 
China Office Mr. Joseph Rude Unit 1746 17/F Hyundai Motor Tower 北京市朝阳区霄云路38号现代汽车大厦17层 100027 No.38 Xiaoyunlu Street Chao Yang District Beijing 100027, P.R. China Phone: +86-10-6410-8430 E-mail: joseph.rude@iowa.gov Iowa Office: Iowa Economic Development Authority 200 East Grand Avenue Des Moines, Iowa 50309 515.725.3000
Source: 

http://farmprogress.com/story-state-of-iowa-opens-trade-office-in-china-...

Government?: 
Yes
Type of Exchange: 
business
Partners: 
Iowa State Government
Sponsor(s): 
Iowa state government
Participants (Types): 
businessmen, government officials
Exchange Date: 
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Continuing: 
No
Level of Government: 
state/provincial
Location: 
Shanghai, China
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