China opens finally

My last visit to China was right before Chinese New Year 2020. People in China were talking about the virus and the international media wasn’t yet concerned. Three years later, China is now open. There aren’t many flight, yet, but that will certainly...

Korea

Before the lockdowns throughout Asia (and then most of the rest of the world), Korea was the last country I visited, and I nearly got locked down in Seoul. Although Seoul is one of my favorite places, I did not want to spend an indefinite period there not knowing what...

Philippines

I recently spent two weeks in the Philippines attending a couple of trade shows, meeting with customers, and training some representatives for one of my clients. I spent most of the time in the greater Manila region and Cebu. The Philippines is open again and ready to...

Parts of Asia Opening Up

Some countries in Asia are starting to open up and are placing orders again, particularly China. I am seeing a lot of inquiries from China, Korea, Vietnam, and Taiwan. This is great opportunity to sell indoor air quality and other environmental technologies.

Revised Schedule of HISTEP Events

Below is a revised list of webinars I am coordinating. All are free to join. May 18 10:00-11:00 E-Commerce Solutions for Hawaii Exporters May 21 3:00-4:00PM Australia Market Overview for Hawaii Companies US Commercial Service Sydney May 28 3:00-4:00PM Japan Market...