Illinois District Export Council #ILDEC

We are pleased to liaise with #ITAGC and share the International Business Calendar for Illinois for November 25, 2024

Looking to expand your exports to Japan? Here's a free 1-hour program today, organized by our friends at the Indiana District Export Council

We are pleased to liaise with #ITAGC and share the International Business Calendar for Illinois for November 18, 2024. ILLINOISCALENDAR-Nov.18.pdf

Emerging whiskey tarrifs to negatively impact our ILDEC member KOVAL Distillery exports. See Bloomberg interview with Sonat Birnecker Hart.

We are pleased to liaise with #ITAGC and share the International Business Calendar for Illinois for November 11, 2024. ILLINOISCALENDAR-Nov.11.pdf. https://lnkd.in/gCjpx9qD

Please join us on Nov 4, 2024 7-8:30PM Chicago, to learn about business opportunities in Vietnam. This webinar will provide you with in-depth insights on current market opportunities. https://lnkd.in/gQVN-bCJ AGENDA: Vietnam’s Defense Market U.S. Embassy - Commercial, and Defense Officers Market Overview and Vietnam International Defense Expo Defense Industry Insight and Opportunities Lessons Learned from U.S. Defense Firms in Vietnam Boeing Defense, Space & Security Procurement Process and Market Entry Strategies Retired Major, former Executive officer of VAXUCO, Ministry of National Defense VIETNAM MARKET HIGHLIGHT: In 2023, the United States and Vietnam elevated their relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, marking a significant milestone in diplomatic and defense cooperation. This upgrade opens the door to deeper defense collaboration and expanded commercial opportunities for U.S. defense firms seeking to support Vietnam’s defense modernization efforts. Vietnam's defense budget has shown consistent growth over the past decade, reflecting the country’s commitment to enhancing its military capabilities amid rising regional security concerns. In 2023, Vietnam’s defense budget was an estimated $7 billion, and it is projected to continue growing at 5.6% annually, driven by the need to modernize key military assets and maintain security in the South China Sea. As Vietnam pivots away from its historic reliance on Russia and pursues a diversification strategy, opportunities for international defense firms are expanding, especially in key fields such Naval and Air Defense, Cybersecurity and Electronic Warfare, Missile Defense, and Artillery. Prospect Areas Include: UAV and C-UAV Radar Cyber Defense Night Vision

Tomorrow, October 31, 2024 at 1:00pm EST, the U.S. Commercial Service at the U.S. Consulate General, S?o Paulo, Brazil will provide information on why should U.S. businesses consider Brazil. Brazil is a continental opportunity. By far the largest and most populous country in South America, and with the largest consumer market and GDP in South America, Brazil is an excellent market for experienced U.S. exporters seeking to tap into its diversified economy.?The United States is Brazil’s?second largest trading partner due to a robust commercial relationship and a shared commitment to mutual prosperity.? Brazil possesses the third largest economy (US $1.92 trillion in 2022) and the second largest population (215 million) in the Western Hemisphere. Brazil’s geographic territory is larger than that of the contiguous United States and Brazil shares a border with every country in South America, except two (Ecuador/Chile). Brazil is the world’s fifth largest internet economy (with over 177.1 million users) and the increase in mobile connectivity allows for over 94% of the Brazilian population to use the internet. Brazilian consumers are highly digital, with strong social media usage, and most companies and consumers use a Brazilian payment system called “PIX” for instantaneous payments and cash transfers. Doing business in Brazil requires in-depth knowledge of the local environment, including the high direct and indirect costs of doing business, commonly referred to in Portuguese as the “Custo Brasil” or “Brazil Cost.”? Join us to learn more about the largest consumer market in Latin America, Brazil! Attendees will learn about five markets and how to participate in Trade Winds - The Americas in April 2025. Attendees will hear, firsthand, from the experts about the region’s market potential, as well as business opportunities.? Registration Cost: $25 per webinar, per participant. Prior to submitting payment, please select the webinar(s) of interest. https://lnkd.in/ggqFS9T9

We are pleased to liaise with #ITAGC and share the International Business Calendar for Illinois for October 28, 2024. https://lnkd.in/eBZ_XMYv

We are pleased to liaise with #ITAGC and share the International Business Calendar for Illinois for October 7, 2024. ILLINOISCALENDAR-Oct.07.pdf (itagc.org)

Congratulations KOVAL Distillery and #ILDEC member Sonat Birnecker Hart on this amazing recognition!