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Resources for researching business practices around the world
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Getting Started

                    

Finding information on how to do business in another country can be a bit of a challenge, but it's not impossible by any means!      

For information on business practices, customs, economic conditions, and general trade information, begin with the resources listed below.  These can be some rather lengthy reports-- try not to overlook an important detail.                    

 

Not finding what you need?  Contact Amia for further suggestions.

 

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Country Commercial Guide at Export.gov  (free government website, does require registration)

Country Commercial Guides (CCGs) are prepared annually by U.S. embassies with the assistance of several U.S. government agencies.  These reports present a comprehensive look at countries' commercial environments, using economic, political and market analysis.

 

Business Source Premier

When the database opens, look in the right column.  Select the Country Reports link.  Browse for your country.  You'll get numerous reports that give descriptions about the current business and economic conditions in a country.  Look at all the reports.  Note: You can also search for articles in Business Source Premier about the country AND (add keyword here related to what you want to find).

 

CountryWatch

This database includes basic overview of the country, along with political, economic, investment, social and environmental information. 

 

World Development Indicators

This is a database produced by the World Bank.  It is solely a database of statistics that includes information on economic policy & debt, financial sector, infrastructure, labor & social protection, private sector & trade, public sector, poverty, education, environment, and health. 

 

American Chambers of Commerce Abroad

Voluntary associations of American companies and individuals doing business in a particular country, as well as firms and individuals of that country who operate in the United States.  Their websites can be excellent sources of information about doing business in a country.

 

Exporters' encyclopaedia- Reference book- call number HF 3011 E9

For each country there is a country profile followed by information on marketing data, communications, transportation, business travel, key contacts, and a summary trade regulations and documentation required. Also included are brief sections on U.S. ports, U.S. foreign trade zones, World Trade Center Association members, U.S. government agencies providing assistance to exporters, foreign trade organizations, foreign communications, and general exports and shipping information and practice.

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