Observations from Discussions with Chinese CEOs Since starting my own global consulting practice FAO Global, I have talked to many Chinese investors and business owners who want to enter the U.S. market but are concerned over the geopolitical and market trends in the United States. Companies that want to invest in non-technical or national security sectors are unsure…
Insights from Years of Doing Business in China There is a barrage of political and market misconceptions about doing business in China. Many of them are for a political purpose and don’t really rely on truth or fact, but most misconceptions are born out of outdated or misinformed experiences. Having lived in China for many years,…
Washington, D.C. – On April 18, 2019 FAO Global Associates attended The Evolution of CFIUS & Export Controls law brief held at American University College of Law. The event convened two separate panels. discussing the evolution of The Committee on Foreign Investment into the United States (CFIUS) and the impact of the recently passed Foreign Investment Risk Review Modernization Act (FIRRMA) of 2017… Read the full brief here.
Original Analysis on Current Events FAO Global conducts analysis on hundreds of significant events a week that impact the business environment between the U.S., China, and emerging economies in Asia. While most of these assessments are for client and internal use we like to share events that may have been overlooked if you only follow…
On February 22, FAO Global Business Analysts Tong Wu and Michael Tian attended the ShopTalk Series: Doing Business in Asia at Global Policy Institute in Washington, D.C. At the event, international experts include Cody Dietrich from U.S. Commercial Services, Dr. Gbadebo Odularu from Center for Research on Political Economy, Dr. Connell Wise from Connell Wise & Associates, LLC, and Sarah Catherine Wendt from INTL Translation & Communications talked to dozens of U.S. enterprises on how to successfully do business in Asia, and in China.
On January 31, Chinese Vice-Premier Liu He ended two days of talks in the U.S. by delivering a letter from Chinese President Xi Jinping, stating that China hopes both sides will meet in the middle. ..Read More Here.
This report provides an initial analysis of the trends, government regulations, challenges, and opportunities present in the General Aviation (GA) market in China today. The findings of this report demonstrate there is vast opportunities for companies supporting the General Aviation industry which is fueled by rapid growth. The growth industry has experienced over the past…
Overseas Business Missions
In order to promote cross-border understanding, our Founder & CEO Brandon Hughes, offers accompanied business missions to China and Southeast Asia. These missions are intended to build your company’s professional network and provide an on-ground understanding of local market conditions and atmospherics. These business missions can be coordinated in conjunction with conferences, exhibitions, or conventions.
Xiamen – On September 9th, FAO Global CEO Brandon Hughes, attended an all-day forum focused on the Belt & Road Initiative (BRI) from both a Chinese business perspective and government. This forum was part of the 20th China International Fair for Investment and Trade held in Xiamen City, Fujian province, China. The event was attended by provincial and city leaders from Xiamen and Fujian, as well the Ambassador to Beijing from Slovakia, the U.S. State Department, and an emissary from Egypt. – Brandon Hughes
Come and learn about China’s Belt & Road Initiative with YPIA and Brandon Hughes of FAO Global, a consulting firm specializing in helping US businesses expand into foreign markets such as China, Southeast Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
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