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AmCham Colombia Virtual Trade Show of the Americas
June 1, 2020
MEDC has 50 free company visitor registrations available for the AmCham Colombia Virtual Trade Show of the Americas, taking place June 24-26.
Central America Virtual Conference & Matchmaking Event
May 14, 2020
Listen to and meet thought leaders, government officials, and potential partners as they discuss project opportunities in Central America, U.S. government development finance programs, and critical topics for the industry.
Virtual Resources to Explore Global Markets
May 7, 2020
Join MEDC�s Alyssa Tracey, Director of International Trade, and Brendan Cherry, Navy veteran and International Trade Manager, as they explain how you can utilize virtual resources to grow international sales.
Discover New Opportunities in Brazil with Tariff Reductions
May 6, 2020
Brazil announced the temporary reduction of tariffs for certain items, many of which are related to the automotive, aerospace, and other sectors. Automotive and aerospace tariff reductions are in place until 2021.
Increases to MI-STEP Budget Categories
May 4, 2020
It was recently announced that MI-STEP annual reimbursement limits for select budget categories were raised. Additionally, website localization costs are now eligible for up to 75% reimbursement, up from 50%, now through September 30, 2020.
MEDC & IBT Online Webinar Series
April 13, 2020
Join the webinar and learn what the MEDC's International Trade team is doing to help Michigan companies. Grants and funding are available today, notably to support innovative solutions for small-medium size businesses.
Are you worried about international sales due to COVID-19?
March 24, 2020
Export Credit Insurance protects you from these scenarios and more, reducing the risk of buyer nonpayment and allowing you to commit to export sales without fear of loss during the Coronavirus pandemic.
Pure Michigan Business Connect offering virtual, statewide matchmaking platform for suppliers, buyers providing critical response to COVID-19
March 20, 2020
Free portal offers opportunity for service providers and suppliers to access virtual introductions for sourcing products and services critical to response for COVID-19
South Korea & Japan Mission Postponed Until August
March 18, 2020
The GSGP Trade Mission to South Korea and Japan is rescheduled to August 17-21 2020. The deadline to register is now June 2, 2020.
EXIM Extends Program Waivers, Extensions, and Other Provisions to U.S. Customers and Lenders Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
March 16, 2020
Washington, D.C. � Today, the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) announced relief measures for U.S. exporters and financial institutions due to the anticipated effects of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak.