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ECONOMIC AGENDA
JULY / AUGUST 2010
LATEST NEWS FROM: French Economic Mission /Ubifrance - Invest in France Agency-North America
Atout France/France Tourism Development Agency
The French-American Chambers of Commerce in the Midwest
L'association des Amis des Grandes Ecoles de France
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| NEWS FROM FRENCH-ECONOMIC MISSION / UBIFRANCE |
Les services économiques français aux Etats-Unis publient plusieurs lettres d'information sur les secteurs économiques, commerciaux et financiers mais également sur l'agriculture et la politique agricole, l'agroalimetaire, et les produits biologiques (Flash Agri Zone Alena ).
Accès aux publications.
Nouvelles économiques et commerciales aux Etats-Unis (4ème numéro/date de rédaction 4 juin 2010)
Au sommaire :
1- LES POLES DE COMPÉTITIVITÉ AMÉRICAINS
● Les Etats-Unis relancent leur politique de clusters
2- FOCUS ÉCONOMIQUE ET COMMERCIAL SUR LE TEXAS
● Interview de Pierre Grandjouan, Consul Général de France à Houston
● L’économie du Texas
3- POLITIQUE COMMERCIALE
● La contraction des investissements américains en France en 2009
● Quel rôle pour le TEC dans la relation transatlantique ?
4- ENJEUX SECTORIELS
● AUTOMOBILE : Les leçons du programme américain de primes à la casse
● FERROVIAIRE : Le séminaire franco-américain sur la grande vitesse ferroviaire à Miami, Floride
● ÉNERGIE :
- La marée noire dans le Golfe du Mexique
- Les principales dispositions de l'American Power Act (Kerry-Lieberman)
- L’éolien a le vent en poupe
● PROPRIÉTÉ INTELLECTUELLE : Le projet de réforme du droit des brevets
● TIC : La FCC durcit le régime juridique applicable aux services d’accès à l’Internet haut débit
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VOLONTARIAT INTERNATIONAL EN ENTREPRISE : NOUVELLES MESURES
UBIFRANCE et les Missions économiques aident les entreprises
et les candidats à se rencontrer
A l’occasion du 10ème Forum V.I.E organisé le 16 octobre par UBIFRANCE à Paris, Anne-Marie IDRAC, Secrétaire d'Etat chargée du Commerce extérieur, a annoncé le lancement de nouvelles mesures pour accroître le soutien de l'Etat aux entreprises sur les marchés extérieurs et dynamiser l'emploi des jeunes, en favorisant la croissance du Volontariat International en Entreprise (V.I.E).
En savoir plus sur le site : http://www.ubifrance.fr/formule-vie.html |
FIRMAFRANCE
Firmafrance.com is the Official French exporters B2B directory, powered by Ubifrance and officially endorsed by the Ministry of the Economy, Finance and Industry of France.
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| Dedicated to foreign companies seeking reliable suppliers and partners in France, it is an ideal way of seizing business opportunities on line. Our database brings together 15 000 leading French exporting companies showcases, as well as breaking news, worldwide events and useful trade links. All services are free of charge. |
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CHICAGO
Mission Economique Ubifrance Chicago - Detroit
French Economic Mission Ubifrance
Chicago - Detroit
205 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 3730
Chicago, IL 60601
Tél. (312) 327-5250 - Fax : (312) 327-5251
E-mail : chicago@ubifrance.fr - http://www.ubifrance.fr |
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| INVEST IN FRANCE AGENCY - NORTH AMERICA |
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INVEST IN FRANCE AGENCY NORTH AMERICA
205 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 3750
Chicago, IL 60601
Tel. (312) 628-1054 - Fax : (312) 628-1033
www.investinfrance.org |
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| TOURISM IN FRANCE - ATOUT FRANCE |
Are you planning a trip to France for pleasure or business?
Go to FranceGuide.com the official website of ATOUT FRANCE, The France Tourism Development Agency, for destinations, events and activities, practical information... and much more
You can also follow ATOUT FRANCE on FACEBOOK and become a fan of LOST IN FRANCELATION. |
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FRANCEGUIDE 2010 THE MAGAZINE
ATOUT FRANCE is pleased to announce the release of FranceGuide 2010, the latest edition of their magazine for sophisticated travelers seeking new experiences in France. This year—for the first time—FranceGuide is expanding the magazine online, with over 50 web-exclusive articles, tips, and itineraries. This new print/web hybrid will give readers exclusive access to first-hand travel accounts, cultural close-ups, interviews, and video footage. Readers can also post comments and share photos, providing an interactive experience. Online edition or order it online. |
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| FRENCH-AMERICAN CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE
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BASTILLE DAY LUNCHEON
July 14 - 12-2 PM: In honor of Bastille Day, FACC-Chicago and Alliance Française members are invited to a special luncheon in the presence of Graham PAUL, Consul general of France in Chicago
The July Monthly Members Luncheon will be incorporated into this event on July 14. The regular luncheon schedule resumes in August on the second Tuesday of each month.
Details : Reservations are required by Monday, July 12. Contact FACC to reserve.
Sofitel Chicago Water Tower - La Cigale - 20 East Chestnut - Chicago. |
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YOUNG PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING
July 21 , 5:30-7:30 pm
FACC Chicago’s Young Professionals Committee invites you to a monthly networking event designed especially with our younger members in mind. Come meet the future leaders of Chicagoland’s French-American business community the 3rd Wednesday of each month at Bistro 110 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm.
- Details : Join us for French hors d'oeuvres and networking. A cash bar will be available. Admission is free for FACC members and $5 for non-members. Complete information. |
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FETE DE LA BASTILLE
July 15, 6-8 pm
The French- American Chamber of Commerece, Michigan Chapter presents a Bastille Day celebration under the partronage of Graham PAUL, Consul General of France in Chicago and in cooperation with Robert L. WEYHING, Honorary Consul to France in Detroit. |
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Celebrate the French National Holiday with our friends from the other French associations of the Detroit area. 6:00 p.m. Apertif - 7:00 p.m. La Marseillaise sung by Mary Grivas and guests. Followed by a selection of hors d’œuvres, desserts, and French wines.
Location: The Birmingham Community House - 380 South Bates Street - Birmingham, MI 48009;
Tel: 248.644.5832. Tickets are $35 - Please make checks payable to the Alliance Française de Détroit and mail to 30316 Stellamar, Beverly Hills, MI, 48025. RSVP by July 10. Complete information. info@faccmi.org |
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SCHOLARSHIPS FOR MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY AND COLLEGE STUDENTS
The FACC is providing scholarships for deserving students pursuing international or business studies together with French language studies and for students studying or accepting an internship in France.
Click here for full information including how to apply for a scholarship. |
BASTILLE DAY CELEBRATION
July 16, 7-10:30 pm |
Join the French-American Business Alliance & The Alliance Francaise from 7pm - 10:30pm at the Swaim Lodge for a family friendly traditional celebration of Bastille Day! Enjoy a buffet dinner and dancing to French and American music. Please bring your favorite homemade summer dish to share. (Serves 6 minimum) Best dish contest winners announced at 7:30 p.m. Prizes for the best cooks! *Due to new park regulations, please bring your own beer and wine. Soft drinks and water will be provided.
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| Space is limited. Reserve your space early. Please RSVP by July 13th! When registering, please register each member of your party who will be attending. *If you would like to volunteer during the Bastille Day Celebration, please email: eacc@europe-cincinnati.com * Complete information. |
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 14TH - 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm: L'APERITIF OF FABA
The French-American Business Alliance of the EACC invites you to a monthly Aperitif on the second Wednesday of each month at La Petite France Restaurant in Evendale.
La Petite France ~ 3177 Glendale Milford Road Cincinnati, OH 45241
Admission: Free |
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| Come join us after work for a French Aperitif. Enjoy French food, wine & beer in a French atmoshere. Take advantage of the powerful EACC business network in a social atmosphere. |
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BLEU, BLANC, ROUGE 2010
July 25, 3-6 pm |
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Join the French-American Chamber of Commerce, Northern Ohio Chapter
in celebrating our national holiday on July 25th, 2010 from 3pm to 6pm at The Shoreby Club - 40 Shoreby Dr., Bratenahl, Ohio 44108
Members: $55 Non-Members: $65 (Includes valet and entertainment)
Complete information - Registration. |
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| The French American Chamber of Commerce Northern Ohio Chapter (FACC Ohio) is proud to announce the formation of a new group for young professionals, the FACC Ohio Young Professionals Group. This group will provide a networking platform for local young professionals who are interested in playing a part in the numerous connections between Northern Ohio and France. The group will also foster understanding between France and Northeast Ohio. For more information, visit http://www.faccohio.org/ |
| ASSOCIATION DES AMIS DES GRANDES ECOLES DE FRANCE |
Le Chapître de l'AAGEF de Chicago, l'Association des Amis des Grandes Ecoles de France (ENA, INSEAD, ESSEC, Ecole Polytechnique, Centrale Lyon, HEC, Sciences Po, Ponts et Chaussées, Mines de Paris, HECJF, Centrale Paris, ESCP-AP, EDHEC, Supelec, Supaero, ENSAE ) organise régulièrement des rencontres :
Le lundi 26 juillet à partir de 17:30, l'AAGEF vous convie au Bar du Sofitel Water Tower, 20 East Chestnut Street, downtown Chicago dans le cadre de notre cycle mensuel de réunions "AAGEF Happy Hour".
Pour confirmer votre présence et pour en savoir plus sur les activités à venir, contactez : Patrick Simonnet, Myriam Le Cannellier, ou Damien Zinck.
The Association of Alumni from French Grandes Ecoles, AAGEF is pleased to invite you at "Le Bar" of the Sofitel Water Tower in downtown Chicago on Monday, July 26, 2010 from 5:30 PM onwards for our monthly "AAGEF Happy Hour" social event.
"Cash Bar" with Free appetizers - Should the weather permit it, we would meet outdoors "sur la terrasse"!
To RSVP or for details about the AAGEF's activities contact: Patrick Simonnet, Myriam Le Cannellier, or Damien Zinck. |
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