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Events to Build Bridges, Explore Opportunities for HKCHcc Members and Hawaii Companies - your direct business connection to Hong Kong, Taiwan & China! "We welcome partnership with all business focus organizations"

Past Events - 2007 event page 2001 - 02 event page 2002 - 04 event page 2005 - 06 event page

How to Do Business with China, through Hong Kong & Setting up Business in China? - last update Feb 8, 2003

Do you know our dues paying members attend events sponsored by our collaboration partners worldwide at their membership rates - go to our event page to find out more! After attended a China/Hong Kong Business/Trade Seminar in Hawaii...still unsure what to do next, contact us, our Officers, Directors and Founding Members are actively engaged in China/Hong Kong/Asia trade - we can help!

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Listen to MP3 “Business Beyond the Reef” to discuss the problems with imports from China, telling all sides of the story and then expand the discussion to revitalizing Chinatown - Special Guest: Johnson Choi, MBA, RFC. President - Hong Kong.China.Hawaii Chamber of Commerce (HKCHcc) and Danny Au, Manager, Bo Wah Trading

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Honolulu - Hawaii USA - Shidler College of Business - University of Hawaii at Manoa: Pacific Asian Lectures June 2 - August 4 2009

All Pacific Asian Lectures (PALS lectures) are FREE and open to the public. Lectures will be held at the Shidler College of Business (BusAd G-102) from 4:15–5:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served in the Shidler Faculty Lounge (BusAd D-207) from 5:30–6:15 p.m. The following is the tentative schedule.

June 23 Lee Endress (Asia Pacific Center for Security Studies, Honolulu) - Economics and Security in the Asia-Pacific Region

July 14 Philip Sugai (Dean and Professor of Marketing, International University of Japan) - The Six Immutable Laws of a Mobile Business

July 21 Rene Haak (Ministry of Education and Research, Germany) - China, Japan and Germany: Innovation and Cluster Management Against the Global Crisis (Who is learning management from whom?)

July 28 John Holman (U.S. Dept. of Commerce, Honolulu) - From the Big Island to South Africa, Molokai to France, and the North Shore to Russia: Connecting Hawaii with the World

August 4 Joachim Timlon (Baltic Business School, Sweden) - Collective Internationalization of Small and Medium Sized Entrepreneurs from China - What NOT to do when going abroad!

Dr. N.H. Paul Chung Lecture and Luncheon: TBA

Please refer to the PAMI Bulletin Board (Shidler College of Business courtyard) and the PAMI website (www.shidler.hawaii.edu/pami) for the most updated schedule. The Shidler College of Business is accredited by AACSB International and has been consistently ranked in the top 25 for international business by U.S. News & World Report.

For information, please contact: Johnson Choi at (415) 963-1541 or 691-6138 (San Francisco USA); (808) 524-5738 (Hawaii USA), (852) 8171-3118 (Hong Kong SAR); Fax (808) 524-8063 or by email to johnsonchoi@johnsonchoi.com or johnsonwkchoi@yahoo.com

Honolulu Hawaii USA: HVCA LUNCHEON COMING SOON JUNE 25, 2009

DID THIS YEAR'S ENERGY LEGISLATION HELP LOCAL CLEAN ENERGY ENTREPRENEUERS?

Who was the legislature working for this year when it came to clean energy?

The goal has long been stated. Hawaii will be off imported oil by 2030 by at least 70%. But who will get the money? Who will get the long awaited "business friendly support"? For whom will all the red tape be cut? This year's legislature passed a host of clean energy initiatives, some baby steps to be taken, some giant strides, but ultimately who will get to the front of the line and be in the best position to work on major clean energy initiatives. We've heard it a 1,000 times, how Hawaii is a crucible for clean energy projects. We have great ideas coming out of the University of Hawaii, we have entrepreneurs like Darren Kimura, and other who have shown they can attract funding to do "out of the box" energy ideas. But did the legislature make sure that our own entrepreneurs will get a slice of the pie when it comes to weaning us off of oil?

The Hawaii Venture Capital Association has brought together a panel to take on this lively topic. Please join us to hear Representative Hermina Morita, Chair of the House Committee on Energy and Environment Protection, Jeff Mikulina, Executive Director of the Blue Planet Foundation founded by Henk Rogers, and Kelly King, Vice President of Pacific Biodiesel.

The Hawaii Venture Capital Association (HVCA) is committed to bringing it members friends high level discussions about Hawaii's goal of achieving energy independence by 2030. "Hawaii's strength in energy is its home grown entrepreneurs," said Bill Spencer, HVCA President. "We know we can import energy technology, but do we have the will to invest in our own 'energy entrepreneurs?"

This is expected to be a highly attended event. Please be sure to register as soon as possible.

Thursday, June 25, 2009
The Plaza Club 20th Floor
11:30am-1:30pm

$29 for HVCA, HTDC, Hawaii Angels, DualUse Council, TechHui, Bytemarks and HSTC Members, $39 non-members, $25 students.

PLEASE RESERVE EARLY. THERE IS LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE FOR THIS EVENT.
Aloha attire is required by the Plaza Club.
Register at www.hvca.org or contact Kate at 808-621-2482 or procom@hawaii.rr.com

Shanghai China: 2009 AmCham Shanghai 4th of July Celebration!

Saturday, July 4, 2009 Le Meridien She Shan Shanghai

Come and join us to celebrate America’s 233rd birthday on Saturday, July 4, 2009 at the Le Meridien She Shan Shanghai.

Bring the whole family to the luxurious Le Meridien She Shan 5-star resort and spend an action-packed day celebrating America’s Independence Day. AmCham Shanghai’s 4th of July celebration will be complete with indoor and outdoor games and activities, food and drinks from some of Shanghai’s best restaurants, a kid’s parade live music and dancing to classic American hits.

Date: Saturday, July 4, 2009
Time: 2:00pm to 9:00pm
Venue: Le Meridien She Shan Shanghai (上海世茂佘山艾美酒店)
Address: 1288 Linyin Xin Rd, Sheshan National Tourism Resort, Songjiang District (上海市松江区佘山旅游度假区林荫新路1288号)
Rain or Shine: Please note that the event will not be cancelled due rainy weather, and tickets are non-refundable.

Ticket Pricing
- RMB 300 each adult ticket – AmCham member only
- RMB 350 each adult ticket – Non Member
- RMB 120 each ticket for children 12 years to 4 years old
- Free admission for children 3 years old and under

Special Packages
- Family package: RMB700 including 2 adult tickets and 2 children tickets
- Corporate package: RMB 2,700 for 10 adult tickets

Hotel Stay Packages
Package I - RMB 1,200 including:
- Two adult tickets (no children)
- One night hotel accommodation for the night of July 4, 2009 (does not include breakfast)

Package II – RMB1,350 including:
- Two adult tickets and two children tickets
- One night hotel accommodation for the night of July 4, 2009 (does not include breakfast and extra bed)

Remarks:
• This accommodation is a part of the package price and only valid on the night of Saturday, July 4th, 2009.
• You are required to fill out the hotel room reservation form and present to AmCham staff together with the event ticket RSVP form while purchasing your tickets.
• Please contact Le Meridien hotel Reservation Department (5779-9999*6133/37) directly for the extra night hotel stay. The hotel will offer its best available rate upon request which will be also subject to availability.

Only a few sponsorship spots are left now, so act quickly!. This is a great opportunity to showcase your ideas, products and services.

For sponsorship information, please contact:
Sophia Chen, Marketing Assistant Manager
Tel: 6279-7119 x 5667
Email: sophia.chen@amcham-shanghai.org

For event and ticket information, please contact:
Linda Wanglin, Events Manager
Tel: 6279 7119 x5289
E-mail: linda.wanglin@amcham-shanghai.org

PAAC INTERNATIONAL GOLF CLASSIC - Friday, July 17, 2009 Leilehua Golf Course

Host Active Duty Military Players - As a tribute to and to thank our active servicemen and women, we would like to extend an invitation to our sponsors to offer player spots for those who have recently returned from a tour of duty. The PAAC Golf Committee will fill your designated spots with Wounded Warriors or Active Duty Military Personnel that were recently deployed in a tour of duty.

YES! I will host ____ active duty military players

1) Title Sponsor ($5,000) (2) foursomes, company name posted at tee, & all promotional material
2) Dinner Sponsor ($3,500) (2) fouromes, company name posted at tee, & all promotional material
3) Gold Sponsor ($1,500) (2) foursomes & company name posted at tee, & all promotional material
4) Silver Sponsor ($1,000) (1) foursome, company name posted at tee, & all promotional material
5) Bronze Sponsor ($600) (1) twosome & promotional material
6) Individual Player ($175)

Donor (monetary or prize)
I would like to pre-purchase:
__ Mulligans $5 each (limit 2 per player)
__ Putting Contest Tickets $5 each (unlimited)

Name_____________________
Company______________________________
Address_____________________________________
Phone Email____________________________@________________________
Please make checks payable to PAAC & mail to:
PAAC, 1601 East-West Road, 4th Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii 96848-1601
Ph: 944-7780 Fax: 944-7785
Email: admin@paachawaii.org

To pay by credit card:
Visa / MC / AMEX / Discover / Diners / JCB
Credit Card Number:___________________________________
$ Exp. Date:_____________________________ Code*:______
*last 3 digits on the back of the card near your signature
Billing Address:__________________________________________
Signature:________________________________________________

Honolulu Hawaii USA: Monday - September 21, 2009 3:00pm: Professor D Q Liu Requests the Honor of Your Company at the Opening Ceremony of an Exhibition of His Works of Art at the Courtyard of Honolulu Hale - 530 South King Street, Honolulu Hawaii 96913 USA

Exhibition Period: September 21 - 30, 2009

click on the small pictures to the left for full view

Chief Sponsor: Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii

Assistant Sponsors: Hawaii National Bank, United Chinese Society of Hawaii

Mr. Ding Quan Liu is a Master Classical Chinese Artist versed in all phases of Chinese Traditional Painting. He learned his craft from one of the most prestigious art school in Canton China. Specializing in Water Color Media, his painting come alive in brilliant color, form perspective, light, and shadows. His works gained the recognition of many art connoisseurs and collectors. His tremendous talents are clearly evident to all who see his beautiful renderings.

Cologne, Germany - October 10 - 14, 2009: The Montana State Department of Agriculture, in cooperation with WUSATA, will be coordinating participation in ANUGA - 2009

ANUGA, which takes place every second year, is open only to trade visitors, and the decision-making authority of these visitors is higher than at any other fair. ANUGA 2007 welcomed 163,348 buyers (92,000 from abroad) making the show an excellent opportunity for WUSATA companies to showcase their products, as well as provide an excellent opportunity to locate distributors from all over the world.

Suitable products include but are not limited to: frozen food, fresh fruit, tree nuts, dried fruit, convenience food and snack food. Products must be at least 50% U.S. agricultural origin by weight, excluding added water and packaging.

Please click on link for more details: http://www.wusata.org/events_calendar/pdf/Microsoft%20Word%20-%2009ANUGAa.pdf

RESERVATION DEADLINE: June 25, 2009
Return the completed Activity Registration Form by FAX to: (360) 693-3464

Please Contact: Janet Aschoff, Western U.S. Ag Trade Assoc., Generic Program Coordinator; (360) 693-3373 ext 313; (360) 693-3464 fax; janeta@wusata.org

WUSATA - 4601 NE 77th Ave., Suite 240, Vancouver, Washington, USA 98662; Tel: 360-693-3373; Fax: 360-693-3464

Washington DC USA - November 3-5 2009: National District Export Council (DEC) conference will be held this year on November 3-5, 2009 in Washington, DC. Save the date for this important event and plan to join us in Washington, DC to visit with your DEC colleagues, learn best practices, and get the latest updates on international trade from new administration and trade organization officials.

The conference website www.decconference.com is loaded with conference details, and registration will soon be available.

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Honolulu Hawaii USA - Friday June 12 2009: The Hawaii Science & Technology Council presents 2nd Friday Tech Download - A Monthly Networking Breakfast

The Federal Stimulus Package and You: Maximizing investment opportunities for your company and Hawaii's future

Having trouble understanding how to access Federal stimulus funds? Join us for an informational briefing and networking to clarify how your company can benefit from Federal stimulus funds. We encourage companies which are already linked into the process to attend. Under the current economic conditions, the more federal stimulus funding we can generate the better for the State. We will have an “open mike” portion of the program for questions and sharing of information.

Featuring:
Amy Asselbaye, Chief of Staff, Congressman Neil Abercrombie
Paul Shinkawa, CEO, KPRS Energy LLC
David Watumull, President & CEO, Cardax Pharmaceuticals

PLACE: The Pacific Club, 1451 Queen Emma St, Honolulu Hawaii 96913
DATE: Friday, June 12th, 2009
TIME: 7:30am-9:30am
$15 HISciTech Members, $20 non-members
RSVP: eurbic@hiscitech.org or 536-4670

The UH Office of Technology Transfer and Economic Development (OTTED), EPSCoR Hawaii and the Department of Business Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) for supporting this series!

Please make checks payable to: Hawaii Science & Technology Council, 733 Bishop Street, Suite 2950, Honolulu, HI 96813

Just a few reminders...We are invited guests at the Pacific Club and would appreciate your assistance in following the guidelines below: DRESS CODE - No jeans, shorts, collarless shirts, gym shoes or rubber slippers permitted. "Aloha Attire" is acceptable for both men and women; CELL PHONE POLICY - All incoming and outgoing cell phone conversations must be held outside the clubhouse. Please turn cell phones off or to silent mode while in common areas of the Club.

Honolulu Hawaii Thursday, June 4, 2009: Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii Present:

“The Chinese are Coming, The Chinese are Coming” Paul Pei, Executive Director of Sales and Marketing, Ocean Park, Hong Kong

Mainland China is a massive market for the entire world. With a population of 1.3 billion, it has already proven its power in tourism, and this is only the beginning. Its citizens are eager to travel, to visit other cultures, and to experience what they have not been able to do. A Memorandum of Understanding between the US and China has opened the door for a potentially lucrative flow of visitors to Hawaii. But, are you ready to capture your share of this huge opportunity? Do you understand what their interests are, their sensitivity to price and quality, their expectations of service, how they behave, and more basically, how to reach and communicate with them?

Paul Pei is Executive Director of Sales and Marketing at Ocean Park Hong Kong, a marine animal theme park that served over 5 million visitors in 2008, of which approximately half were from mainland China. Raised in Honolulu, he has spent most of his career in the orient, for thirty years in the hotel business in Singapore and Hong Kong and the last nine years at Ocean Park. He has been intimately involved in attracting and serving the 2.5 million visitors from China that visited his park last year. Hong Kong in total welcomed 16.8 million visitors from China in 2008, which now represents the largest segment of Hong Kong’s thriving tourism industry. Mr. Pei will share their experiences and provide tips on how to welcome and serve these visitors, who now spend more per person per day on vacation here than our Japanese visitors.

Thursday, June 4, 2009
Reception – 11:30 a.m. Lunch & Presentations – 12:00 noon
Waikiki Lau Yee Chai Restaurant
Waikiki Shopping Plaza, 2250 Kalakaua Avenue, 5/F, Honolulu, Hawaii
Validated parking at the Waikiki Shopping Plaza

Cost: $20.00 per person, $180.00 per table of 10
Please RSVP to the Chinese Chamber by Wednesday, May 27, 2009
General Membership Meeting Reservation Form by Thursday, June 4, 2009

□ Check enclosed □ Visa or Master
Name: __________________________________________________________
Company: _______________________________________________________
Name on Card:____________________________________________________
Address:_________________________________________________________
Credit Card #:______________________________________________________
Phone:_______________________________ Expiration Date:________________
___x $20 per person = ________ Signature:_______________________________
___x $180 per table of 10 = ___ E-mail:___________________________________

Please make check payable to: Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii and send with this form.

Honolulu Hawaii - Thursday, June 4th: ThinkTech Talks - TechState 2009 - A tech retrospective on the 2009 Legislature

How the 2009 session of the Legislature addressed the tech industry - with a look at Act 221, Film Credits, Energy, Environment, Biotech and other tech related bills.

Thursday, June 4th, 2009 8:30 am - 1:30 pm
8:30 am - Registration / continental breakfast
9:00 am - THE PLAYER PANEL, followed by Q&A

Anthology Theatre, 8th Floor, Pauahi Tower 1003 Bishop Street, Honolulu

SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE 2009 LEGISLATURE

Moderator Barbara Ankersmit - QMark Research and Polling; Rep. Gene Ward - State House (R); Bob Toyofuku - Hawaii Advocates; Neal Milner - University of Hawaii; Rep. Angus McKelvey - State House (D); Jerry Burris - Honolulu Advertiser

10:30 am - THE ISSUE PANEL, followed by Q&A

TECH ISSUES THAT CAME UP IN THE 2009 LEGISLATURE

Moderator Becki Ward - Ward Research; Bill Spencer (HVCA) on Venture Capital; Jason Lau (Talk Story Productions) on Film; Robbie Alm (HECO) on Energy; Rob Harris (Sierra Club) on Environment; Alicia Maluafiti (Crop Improvement Association) on Biotech

Noon - Luncheon keynote FORMER GOVERNOR BEN CAYETANO

COMPARING THE 2009 LEGISLATURE WITH EARLIER ONES, AND PREDICTING HOW THINGS WILL CHANGE IN THE FUTURE

1:30 am - Pau

Presented by ThinkTech; Pacific New Media at the University of Hawaii; Starr-Tech Interactive; Tech Hui; the Hawaii Venture Capital Association

Cost per person - $55
Continental breakfast and delicatessen lunch included.
Parking is not provided. Public parking available at Alii Place.
Seating is limited. Email pnm@hawaii.edu or call 956-8400.
http://outreach.hawaii.edu/pnm/programs/TechState09.asp

Hong Kong SAR - Thursday - June 4th: New U.S. Administration: Facing Global Financial Challenges

William Daley, Vice Chairman, JPMorgan Chase, and Former U.S. Secretary of Commerce

When U.S. President Obama and China President Hu Jintao met at the G-20 summit, both leaders agreed to continue the U.S.-China Strategic and Economic Dialogue. However, the issues around the dollar as the global reserve currency, China's holdings of $1 trillion in U.S. government and agency securities, and Renminbi convertibility, will require further discussion. Mr. William Daley, Vice Chairman of JPMorgan Chase and former U.S. Secretary of Commerce, will provide insights on the new administration's priorities with respect to China, and the implications for the global financial market.

Mr. Daley serves on the Operating Committee of JPMorgan - the company's senior leadership team - and on its International Council. He is also the Chairman of the JPMorgan Foundation. Daley joined JPMorgan Chase in May 2004, after serving as President of SBC Communications for three years. In 2008, he served as Co-Chair of the Obama Presidential Campaign, Co-Chair of the Transition Team after the election, and Co-Chairman of the Inauguration Committee. In 2000, he coordinated the effort for permanent Normal Trade Relations with China and chaired Vice President Al Gore's presidential campaign. Daley served as U.S. Secretary of Commerce and a member of the Cabinet, under President Clinton from 1997 to 2000. As Special Counsel to President Clinton in 1993, Daley coordinated the successful campaign to pass the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).

Time: 8:00am Breakfast
8:30am Remarks
9:30am Close
Fee(s): Member Fee: HK$350
Non Member Fee: HK$450
Corporate Table Fee (10-12pax): HK$4,600
Venue: Renaissance Harbour View Hotel, Oasis Room (8/F), 1 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Inquiries and Bookings: Christy Li cli@amcham.org.hk Fax (852) 2810 1289
Media Contact: MEDIA WELCOME Mark Wong mwong@amcham.org.hk Fax (852) 2810 1289

U.S. Administration: Facing Global Financial Challenges (June 4)

AMCHAM Member / Non AMCHAM Member / Corporate Table Total HK$_________
Date:_________ Crossed check #______ payable to The American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong
Bank:_____________________ Name:___________________________________ Exp Date:________
Charge to: AMEX/Diners/Visa/MasterCard Cardholder's Name:_____________________________ Card #_________________________________ Issuing Bank:_________________________________
Signature:_________________________________ (Not valid unless signed)
Job Title:________________ Company :_______________________________
Nature of Business:____________________________________________________________
Address:_______________________________________________________________________
Tel:_______________________ Fax:______________________________
Email:_______________________________@________________________
Website:______________________________________________________

* Membership at AmCham is on an individual basis. We regret that non-members cannot attend at member price, even if it is to replace a member.
* Once received, bookings are considered confirmed. No-shows will be charged.
* We will not send confirmations or receipts for faxed bookings or bookings with checks. Only online credit card bookings will generate an automated confirmation via e-mail.
* Should you choose to pay by check, please send check with your booking form. Booking forms received without payment will be considered void.
* All cancellations must be notified in writing at least two working days prior to the event, or six working days prior to the conference.
* When Typhoon 8 (or above) or Black Rainstorm Signal is hoisted, all events will be cancelled.

Hong Kong SAR May 22, 2009 (Fri)

Lunch and Learn: Resolving Commercial Disputes - Facilitated by Lawrence C. Foster, Professor and Former Dean, University of Hawaii School of Law

Commercial disputes happen, and you need to be prepared when they arise. Join this workshop to learn more about international commercial dispute resolution in Asia. Professor Foster will take you through:
* Issues making it hard to properly negotiate and draft dispute resolution clauses
* Formal and informal methods of dispute resolution
* Common difficulties in international dispute resolution
* Negotiation situations and tips
* Mediation, conciliation, arbitration, and litigation
* Drafting dispute resolution clauses

Lawrence C. Foster is a law professor and former dean of the University of Hawaii School of Law. He worked as a civil and commercial litigation lawyer in Honolulu before joining the School of Law in 1987. His courses include legal writing and U.S. securities regulation. For the past several years, he has been living most of the year in Shanghai. In Shanghai, he was Senior Counsel at the Zhong Lun Law Firm for a couple of years and is now providing legal training programs for young Chinese lawyers focusing on legal writing and analysis and writing a language text book on Chinese law. Before becoming a lawyer, Dr. Foster earned a Ph.D. in Chinese Language and Literature at the University of Washington in 1974. He sits on the governing boards of a Japanese university, the Inter-Pacific Bar Association, and the East-West Center.

Time: 12:00-2:00pm
Fee(s): Member Fee: HK$250
Non Member Fee: HK$350
Venue: Cliftons Training Facilities, 33/F, 9 Queen's Road, Central, Hong Kong
Inquiries and Bookings: Christy Li, cli@amcham.org.hk, Fax (852) 2810 1289
Media Contact: CLOSED TO MEDIA, Mark Wong, mwong@amcham.org.hk, Fax (852) 2810 1289

AMCHAM Member / Non AMCHAM Member / Corporate Table Total HK$_________
Date:_________ Crossed check #______ payable to The American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong
Bank:_____________________ Name:___________________________________ Exp Date:________
Charge to: AMEX/Diners/Visa/MasterCard Cardholder's Name:_____________________________ Card #_________________________________ Issuing Bank:_________________________________
Signature:_________________________________ (Not valid unless signed)
Job Title:________________ Company :_______________________________
Nature of Business:____________________________________________________________
Address:_______________________________________________________________________
Tel:_______________________ Fax:______________________________
Email:_______________________________@________________________
Website:______________________________________________________

World Trade Day - Learn About International Sales Opportunities!

Wednesday, May 20, 2009 • Noon – 1:00 pm • FREE

Foreign Trade Zone #9 at Pier 2, 521 Ala Moana Blvd, Conference Room (Parking in metered stalls or at Restaurant Row)

Don’t miss this FREE opportunity!

Find out how to take advantage of local services to expand your international sales or get into the trade game.

• Hear about Hawaii’s top export markets and best prospects for success.
• Learn about local services to help your company establish or expand your international presence.
• Schedule a one-to-one counseling appointment with one of our experts (SBA, SBDC, SCORE,
Foreign Trade Zone, U.S. Dept. Commerce) to help you refine your business plan or international strategy.

For more information, to reserve your FREE seat and schedule a one-on-one appointment, please email nmasuno@fhb.com or call Naomi Masuno at 488-7205 or Johnson Choi at (415) 691-6138 (San Francisco USA); (808) 524-5738 (Hawaii USA), (852) 8171-3118 (Hong Kong SAR) or by email to jwkc8168@yahoo.com

Honolulu Hawaii USA Thursday April 30, 2009: The New Silk Road: Development, Prosperity and Building a New Foundation for the Future

Featuring Professor Paul Yip, Founder and Chairman of the Hong Kong Policy Research Institute

download event flyer: http://www.hkchcc.org/paulyip.pdf

While China’s real economy has been hit hard by the global crisis, it is still holding up, according to the World Bank’s latest China Quarterly Update. The update finds that China’s banks have been largely unscathed by the international financial turmoil and that the economy still has plenty of space to implement stimulus measures.

Professor Paul Yip will discuss how China will respond to the current economic situation. He will also discuss Hong Kong's economic and political development and his visions for building a new foundation for
International Studies.

A successful businessman and former Hong Kong politician, Professor Paul Yip Kwok-wah is Founder and Chairman of the Hong Kong Policy Research Institute, Chairman of the Hong Kong Basic Law Foundation,
and co-owns the Yew Chung International School.

He served as special adviser to the first chief executive of Hong Kong, Tung Chee-hua, and was recently appointed as the new Honorary President of the China Foundation for International Studies. He is also Honorary Professor of Xi’an Jiatong University and the Council Chairman of the University’s Institute for Asia-European Studies; Honorary Professor of Graduate Studies at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences; and Honorary Director of the Shanghai Institute for East Asia Studies.

Sponsored by: Pacific and Asian Affairs Council, East-West Center, and Friends of the East-West Center, Confucius Institute, the Center for Chinese Studies at UH-Manoa, and the Hong Kong.China.Hawaii Chamber of Commerce.

Thursday April 30, 2009
5:00 p.m. Registration & Reception
5:30-7:00 p.m. Program
East West Center Art Gallery
1601 East-West Road
$10 Members and Students
$12 Non-Members
Parking is $3 (Parking fee is collected at the guard kiosk on East-West Road. Upper Campus parking is available after 4:00p.m. Visitors are not allowed to park in stalls marked as 24 hours reserved.)

RSVP by Wednesday - April 29, 2009
For more information, please contact 944-7783 or email paac@paachawaii.org.

- Registration form for April 30, 2009 Forum -

Name(s): ____________________________________ Payment by Credit Card: Master ___ Visa ___ AMEX ___
Billing Address: ______________________________________ Discover ___ Diners ___
_____________________________________________ Credit Card Number: __________________________________
Phone: ______________ Email: _____________________ Expiration Date: _____ Credit Card Code*: _______
Please reserve __ seat(s) at the member rate *last 3 digits found on the back of credit card above signature (members of sponsoring organizations) Please make checks payable to: PAAC
Please reserve _____ seat(s) at the non-member rate 1601 East-West Road, 4th Fl. Honolulu, HI 96848

The TIM International Alumni Association presents Nā Kukui: School of Travel Industry Management's Netlinks and Awards Event and you are invited!

The University of Hawaii at Mānoa's TIM School Events Planning & Marketing class has organized Nā Kukui in collaboration with TIM International. Nā Kukui means “the lights” in Hawaiian. The lights at this event are the students who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in the TIM School. Nā Kukui also provides our students with an opportunity to benefit from the lights of our industry professionals in our networking event. As an industry professional, we hope you will be one of our “lights.” The logo for the event was created by our class and symbolizes the relationship between students, alumni, the TIM School and industry partners.

The evening activities are complimentary and will include an awards ceremony that recognizes students in the TIM School who have shown excellence and leadership, and a mentorship program to provide a venue for students and professionals within the travel industry to network and interact. Your stories, guidance, and presence will be highly respected and valued by our future leaders. TIM International will provide pupus for the night. It will be a great networking opportunity for all attendees.

NĀ KUKUI WILL BE HELD ON:

Thursday, April 23rd from 5:30PM-8:30PM
The Hibiscus Room at Ala Moana Hotel
410 Atkinson Drive, Honolulu, HI 96814
Validated self-parking will be $2
Dress is business attire

Your participation in this year's Nā Kukui event would be greatly appreciated! Please RSVP to timevent@hawaii.edu or call 956-8946 by Sunday, April 12th with the following information for each attendee:

Name:
Title:
Company:
E-mail:
Phone Number:

We would be grateful for your assistance in sharing this information with anyone interested in becoming a mentor and look forward to meeting you! Thank you for your support!

Sincerely,
Nicole DeWindt
Student Event Coordinator

Dinner in Honor of UH Board of Regent - Dean Emeritus Chuck Gee - UH School of Travel Industry Management in Hong Kong Tuesday April 22, 2009 6:30pm - YMCA of Hong Kong, 41 Salisbury Road, Tsimshatsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Special Guest: Robert Burns, Founder and Past Chair, Regent International Hotels

Special Guest: Juanita C Liu - Interim Dean - Professor of Tourism - UH School of Travel Industry Management

Date: April 22, 2009 - Wednesday
Time: 6:30 pm onwards
Venue: 3/F Function Room, YMCA of Hong Kong, 41 Salisbury Road, Tsimshatsui, Kowloon

Dinner and Beverages

* 4 Course set Western dinner will be served (instead of dinner buffet)
* HK$250 net per person for the dinner
* Drinks and wines with compliments of the YMCA
* Dinner Fee will be collected at the door

A Symphony of Light Show - front road seat at the roof top of Salisbury YMCA - guests will enjoy the spectacular laser light show at our Rooftop Garden which commences at 8:00 pm sharp for 13 minutes.

RSVP for Dinner - by April 15, 2009.

Honolulu Hawaii April 1st and 9th: Hawaii Global Links Forum | The Philippines, South Korea, and Singapore
Featuring U.S. Department of Commerce Foreign Service Officers. Don't Miss this Opportunity!

Who?
Featuring the U.S. Department of Commerce Senior Commercial Officers from the U.S. Embassies in Manila, Seoul, and Singapore. Our Senior Commercial Officers lead the Commercial Service's efforts to help U.S. companies sell their products and services in 89 markets around the world. Mr. Patrick Wall serves in Manila, Mr. John Fogarasi serves in Seoul, and Mr. Daniel Thompson serves in Singapore.

What?
Hear about current opportunities for Hawaii companies in the Philippines, Korea, and Singapore! Presentations will include an overview of current market conditions in each of these markets, tips for doing business, and highlight the best prospects for Hawaii companies interested in doing business in these countries. *Bonus* A limited number of 15 minute one-to-one consulting sessions will be scheduled for companies seeking personalized advice on entering the featured markets. If you are interested, we encourage you to sign up early as these slots will go quickly.

Where?
Hawaii Foreign Trade Zone #9
Main Conference Room, 2nd Floor
521 Ala Moana Blvd Honolulu, HI 96813
Parking: Metered parking just $0.50 / hour

When?
April 1, 8:30am - Opportunities for Hawaii Companies in the Philippines
April 9, 8:30am - Opportunities for Hawaii Companies in Korea & Singapore

Cost
April 1 - $10 Presentation & Continental Breakfast
$10 for 15 minute consulting session with Mr. Wall following the presentation

April 9 - $10 Presentation & Continental Breakfast
$10 for 15 minute consulting session with Mr. Fogarasi or Mr. Thompson, or $15 for sessions with both officers

Please call or email your RSVP to PAAC | 808-944-7783 | paac@paachawaii.org

Seating and one-to-one consulting sessions are limited. Register Today!

This event is brought to you in partnership with the Foreign Trade Zone, State of Hawaii DBEDT, the Pacific and Asian Affairs Council, the Hawaii Pacific Export Council, Lim Pacific Inc, and the Hawaii Export Assistance Center.

John Holman
Director, Pacific Islands
Hawaii Export Assistance Center
U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service
United States Department of Commerce
www.buyusa.gov/hawaii | www.export.gov
p. 808.522.8041 | f. 808.522.8045

Wednesday, April 8, 2009 - Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce - 2009 Business Solutions Workshop Series Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii - Manoa Grand Ballroom, 5th Floor

Proposed legislation affecting Federal and State laws governing the union-employer relationship will likely be passed by Congress and the Hawaii State Legislature. The federal ‘Card Check’ legislation is known as the Employee Choice Act. The State counterparts have been introduced in the 2009 legislative session as HB 952, HB 1769 and SB 1621. Both the Federal and State legislation make it much easier for unions to organize a workplace, perhaps even without an employer’s knowledge. Such legislation is often referred to as ‘Card Check’ bills because the measures eliminate the secret ballot election.

Learn what the ‘Card Check’ legislation will mean for your company in this seminar that is being presented by experts from the Hawaii Employers Council. The speakers are Clayton Kamida, Corporate Secretary & General Counsel and Sheri-Ann Lau Clark, Sr. HR Consultant & Assistant General Counsel.

This workshop would be most helpful for owners, managers and supervisors, especially of employers with a non-union workforce or who may have a partially unionized workforce.

Have you heard about the sweeping law changes being proposed?
Want to learn more about the fundamentals of unions?
Want a checklist of how to better address your employees needs?

Come to the information packet Business Solutions workshop!

Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Registration: 8:30 a.m.; Workshop: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii - Manoa Grand Ballroom, 5th Floor
HJCC Member: $50.00
HJCC Member Guest: $55.00 - HKCHcc membership rate to attend this rate
Non-Member / Non-Guest: $100.00
(Continental Breakfast Included)
For more information, or to reserve a seat, contact Nicole at 949-5531 ext. 3.
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Sign-up soon, only limited seating!

2009 BUSINESS SOLUTIONS WORKSHOP SERIES - UNION ‘CARD CHECK’ LEGISLATION: HOW WILL IT AFFECT YOU?

Wednesday, April 8, 2009; 9:00 a.m.—12:00 noon.; Manoa Grand Ballroom, 5th Floor
Please complete the form below and return by Wednesday, March 25, 2009.
48-hour advanced notice required for cancellations. No shows will be billed.

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Sponsored by the Small Business Advocacy Committee of the Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce

Confucius Institute and the Asia Pacific Financial Markets Research Center, University of Hawai‘i at Mänoa present a public talk by Dan Piccuta - Deputy Chief of Mission - U.S. Embassy, Beijing

“U.S.–China Relations under the New Administration”

Download event flyer in PDF format http://www.hkchcc.org/DanPiccuta040609.pdf

Monday, April 6, 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Plaza Club, 900 Fort Street Mall #2000
Honolulu, HI 96813; (808) 521-8905

Cost:           $20 general admission and walk-ins
                    $15 for members of sponsoring organizations
                    $10 for academics and students
                    Reception will follow presentation.
RSVP:        956-8891, or e-mail to to china@hawaii.edu by April 3
                    Payment will be accepted at the door.
Parking:     $3 with validation at Pioneer Plaza Building.

DIRECTIONS: From Ewa: Follow H-1 East and take the Pali exit and turn right. Turn right at the next light onto Vineyard Blvd. and then left onto Nu’uanu Street. Follow Nu’uanu to Merchant and take a left. Cross over Bethel Street, parking on the left. From Diamond Head: Follow H-1 West and take the Vineyard Blvd. exit and follow to Nu’uanu. Take a left on Nu’uanu. Follow above directions. From Ala Moana Blvd. and Nimitz Highway: Take Bethel off Nimitz Highway to first light, take a right, parking on the left.

Dan Piccuta, America’s senior career diplomat in China and deputy to the U.S. Ambassador, will discuss the momentum in the U.S.–China political and economic relationship under the new U.S. administration, and the impact of the financial crisis on our bilateral ties. Mr. Piccuta, a Kailua-Kona resident, has served as Deputy Chief of Mission, and, in the Ambassador’s absence, as Chargé d’Affaires, since May 2007.

The Confucius Institute at the University of Hawai‘i at Mänoa is a part of the University’s Center for Chinese Studies. For further information on this talk, please call 956-8891, or e-mail: china@hawaii.edu.

Co-sponsors of this event: Hong Kong.China.Hawaii Chamber of Commerce, Center for Chinese Studies, Center for International Business Education & Research (CIBER), and Shidler College of Business (all at UHM); and the Pacific and Asian Affairs Council (PAAC). Faculty members and students throughout the campus, as well as the community at large, are cordially invited to attend.

Los Angels - California April 6-7, 2009: ASIA PACIFIC BUSINESS OUTLOOK (APBO) CONFERENCE - University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA

http://www.apbo2009.com

Early Registration: $675 (until March 13)
Regular Registration: $825 (after March 13)
NGOs, Govt., Educational Rate: $475
USDOC Registration Code: DOC2009 (Please be sure to include this code when registering)

Do not miss the premier event to expand your Asia / Pacific Business Knowledge, Contacts and Profits!

The Asia / Pacific Business Outlook, hosted by the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, with the full support of the U.S. Commercial Service, is the longest running, most successful regional conference of its kind focusing specifically on Asian markets. This conference has made a difference for U.S. exporters, and has become the premier U.S. commercial trade event focusing on the Asia / Pacific region.

APBO 2009 brings the experts closer to you. It is a very rare opportunity for U.S. exporters to meet with thirteen Senior Commercial Officers (SCOs) from throughout the Asia Pacific region (including India) at one venue. The SCOs from American embassies, consulates and institutes in Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam will speak in small-group workshops and be available for private one-on-one consultations with APBO participants.

During the one-on-one consultations you will have the opportunity to get specific answers pertaining to your business. You will be able to:

o Learn about your company's sales potential around the Asia/Pacific region including India
o Assess challenges in the marketplace
o Understand how to capitalize on free trade agreements
o Hone in on the best market opportunities
o Find out how the U.S. Commercial Service can help you identify new business partners

Space is limited so sign up today.

Comments from previous participants:

"APBO far exceeded my expectations. The value of the conference is unsurpassed. I secured more valuable contacts in two days at APBO than I could have in years any other way."

"This event is the most educational and well organized event I have attended. As a small business it is nice to know that there is help dealing with such a big world."

"I can't imagine a better collective of international business experts available in a concise yet thorough conference. A definite 'must' for companies seeking to do business abroad."

For questions, contact any of the following individuals:

Jeff Hamilton
Asia Pacific Team Leader
U.S. Commercial Service - Salt Lake
Tel: 801-255-1872
Jeff.Hamilton@mail.doc.gov

Maryavis Bokal
Asia Pacific Team Member
U.S. Commercial Service - Newport Beach, CA
Tel: 949-660-1688 Ext. 117
Maryavis.Bokal@mail.doc.gov

Terri Batch
Asia Pacific Team Member
U.S. Commercial Service - West Los Angeles, CA
Tel: 310-882-1750
Terri.Batch@mail.doc.gov

2009 Science & Tech Day at the Hawaii State Capitol

Registration Information

10:00am - 2:00pm Thursday April 2, 2009
Hawaii State Capitol
415 South Beretania Street
4th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813

Science & Tech Day at the State Capitol 2009 presents an exciting opportunity for Hawaii's technology industry to connect with lawmakers. Showcasing Hawaii's science and technology companies, it gives lawmakers a chance to see and understand the diversity and growth of our local science and tech industry. By bringing industry to the Capitol - lawmakers, their staff and the public have a hands-on opportunity to talk directly with tech companies, learn about their products and services and realize the increasing importance and potential of our industry.

Schedule
09:00am - 10:00am Exhibitor Registration/Set-up - 4th Floor
10:00am - 2:00 pm Tradeshow - 4th Floor (lunch beginning at 11:00)
02:00pm Exhibitor Breakdown
*Subject to change

Online registration: https://www.hiscitech.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=Calendar.showRegistrationForm&eventId=43&nodeID=1

Exhibitor Info
Exhibitors are expected to provide tabletop display materials that involve a minimum of setup and breakdown time. Shared 8-foot tables with covers will be provided, but power at the State Capitol Building is EXTREMELY LIMITED. Please request power only if critical to demonstrate your product or services. Availability of full or half tables will depend on the total number of exhibitors. Parking and other information will be emailed prior to the event.

Registration Fees
4ft table - $150 (half of a table, shared with another company)
8ft table - $300 (full table)

Contact Information - For more information please contact Robyn at 536-4670 or robyn@hiscitech.org

Tuesday, March 24, 2009, 12:00 – 2:00 PM: Energy Briefing and Site Visit for Wujin Chinese Delegation - Hosted by Cades Schutte and Enterprise Honolulu

Changzhou City is situated in a very strategic location at the southern part of Jiangsu Province. Wujin is a district within Changzhou and it is at the center of Changzhou’s industrial industry. It houses over 20,000 industrial enterprises with an emphasis on equipment manufacturing. Textile, garments, electronics, and construction materials are also produced here. Wujin district is an important transportation hub with a web of railways and highway as well as proximity to major ports and some of China’s largest airports. Ms. Ni, who leads a trade mission delegation from China, will speak about business opportunities with Wujin, Changzhou City, followed by Mr. Mao, who provides an update on what is happening in this exciting region.

Ms. Ni is Vice Chairwoman of Wujin Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) which is a political advisory body in the People’s Republic of China (PRC). The organization consists of delegates from a range of political parties and organizations, as well as independent members, in China. In addition to this important position, Ms. Ni is also the director of Wujin Overseas Chinese Affairs Office. The Overseas Chinese Affairs Office is an administrative office under the leadership of the PRC State Council which assists the Premier in handling the overseas Chinese affairs. Prior to her political career, she was a medical doctor and later became the President of Wujin People’s Hospital.

11:30 am Pick-up at Waikiki Hotel
12:00 pm Arrival Cades Schutte - Lunch - 1000 Bishop Street Suite 1200, Honolulu HI 96813
12:05 pm Welcome Address by Roger Epstein, Cades Schutte
12:15 pm Welcome Address by Johnson Choi, President, China.Hawaii Chamber of Commerce (HKCHcc): Signing of "Closer Economic Cooperation Arrangement between China.Hawaii Chamber of Commerce of USA; and Wujin Overseas Friendship Association of China"
12.30 pm Energy Briefing by John Strom, Enterprise Honolulu
1:00 pm Presentation by DBEDT
1.20 pm Presentation by U.S. Department of Energy
1:50 pm “Upcoming Asia Pacific Conferences in Hawaii” by Milton Kwock/Dennis Ling/Jamie Lum
2:00pm Appreciation Remarks by NI Xiaoqian, Vice Executive President, Wujin Overseas Friendship Association
2:10pm Appreciation Remarks by David Mao, Managing Partner, Shanghai Pioneer Law Firm
2.15 pm Depart for site visit

RSVP: By March 21 2009 (very limited seating)
Contact: Johnson W. K. Choi, President, HKCHcc
1188 Bishop St, Suite 3403, Honolulu HI 96813***
Phone: (808) 524-5738; Fax: (808) 524-8063; (877) 852-8548
Email: johnsonwkchoi@yahoo.com; Website: http://www.hkchcc.org/event.htm

Download Event Flyer in PDF format: http://www.hkchcc.org/hkchccflyer032409b.pdf

Please PRINT CLEARLY and return by Fax or Email by March 23 2009 to reserve your seat (No Show will be billed):

Name:___________________________________________________________ Phone:________________

Company:____________________________________________________ Title:______________________

Email:_______________________________________________@_________________________________

Credit Card (Master Card or VISA)#__________________________________________________________

Name on the Card:__________________________________________________ Expiration Date___/_____

$10 ($15 after March 23) x ___ Person = ___________; Check payable to HKCHcc and mail to***

Honolulu Hawaii - Friday - March 20th 4:30pm - Confucius Institute at the University of Hawai‘i at Mänoa 2009 Public Lecture Series - co-sponsored by Hong Kong.China.Hawaii Chamber of Commerce (HKCHcc)

Presents

Yuan-tsung Chen, Author and writer

“The Contribution by Overseas Chinese to the Birth of Modern China”

Chen will speaking on the way in which overseas Chinese, particularly those in Hawai‘i, contributed to the birth of modern China by supporting the 1911 Revolution, led by Sun Yat-sen and his followers; introducing the best of Western democratic ideas to the Chinese people; and forging friendly relations between the U.S.A. and China.

Friday, March 20, 4:30 p.m.
Center for Korean Studies Auditorium
University of Hawai‘i at Mänoa
1881 East-West Road

The talk will be followed by a reception and a book signing.

Yuan-tsung Chen was born in Shanghai. Her middle-class family lived on the edge of the district of the city comprising the French Concession and the British- and American-dominated International Settlement. She was educated mainly in American missionary schools. As an adult, Chen worked in Beijing’s Film Publishing House as an editor and translator before coming to USA in 1972. Chen’s most recent book, Return to the Middle Kingdom: One Family, Three Revolutionaries, and the Birth of Modern China, recounts the story of three generations of a remarkable family. Through this lens she relates the overseas Chinese. This is a connection that is worth emphasizing, and Chen’s popular history breaks new ground in our understanding of those momentous events and the Chinese diaspora. Chen is also the author of The Dragon’s Village, an autobiographical novel that deals with China’s land revolution. It was first published by Pantheon in 1980, and then brought out in paperback by Penguin USA in 1981. Many schools use it as required reading in courses in literature, history, sociology, political science, women’s and minority studies, and Chinese Studies. For more information on Yuan-tsung Chen, please visit her website at www.yuantsungchen.com.

A limited number of Chen’s latest book will be available for sale at the event for $15/copy—cash only.

The Confucius Institute at the University of Hawai‘i at Mänoa is a part of the University’s Center for Chinese Studies. For further information on this talk, please contact Daniel Tschudi at 956-8891, or e-mail: china@hawaii.edu.

Co-sponsored by the Dr. Sun Yat-sen Hawaii Foundation; the Hong Kong.China.Hawaii Chamber of Commerce; and the China Club.

Washington DC Friday, March 20 3:30-5:00 P.M. - The East-West Center in Washington invites you to a special Public Forum entitled "Island World: A History of Hawai'i and the United States" with Dr. Gary Y. Okihiro, Professor of International and Public Affairs at Columbia University

Please RSVP by email to Alison Hazell (RSVPDC@EastWestCenter.org), fax (202) 293-1402, or telephone (202) 327-9752. Please include your name, title, organization, address, email, and telephone number. All personal information is for East-West Center use ONLY and is not circulated. This event is free and open to the public; feel free to forward this e-mail to an interested friend or colleague. Also, please be aware that seating for this event is limited.

The East-West Center in Washington invites you to a special Public Forum

Island World: A History of Hawai'i and the United States

Featuring: Dr. Gary Y. Okihiro, Professor of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University

Hawai'i marks its 50th anniversary of statehood this year, coincidentally the first year in the presidency of the United States' first Hawaiian-born president. The islands of Hawai'i have long influenced the United States both culturally and politically and are integral to America's history. Hawai'i has also served as an active stage for the United States' interaction with the Asia-Pacific region. In this special public forum, Gary Y. Okihiro, author of Island World: A History of Hawai'i and the United States, will explore the historic interactions between Hawai'i and the United States as well as the island's continuing influence on national life, and will describe Hawai'i's role in helping to build bridges between the United States and Asia.

Friday, March 20

3:30 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.
A reception will follow this event.

East-West Center in Washington
1819 L Street NW, Washington, D.C., 2nd Floor Conference Room
This event is free and open to the public.

Please RSVP to Alison Hazell by email (RSVPDC@EastWestCenter.org), fax (202) 293-1402, or telephone (202) 327-9752

Please include your name, title, organization, address, phone number, email, and country of citizenship. All personal information is for East-West Center use ONLY and is not circulated. Please note that seating for this event is limited.

Gary Y. Okihiro is professor of international and public affairs and the founding director of the Center for the Study of Ethnicity and Race at Columbia University. He is author of nine books, including Common Ground: Reimagining American History (a Choice outstanding academic book) and The Columbia Guide to Asian American History (an Association for Asian American Studies award-winning book). Two of his trilogy on space/time, Island World: A History of Hawai'i and the United States (2008) and the forthcoming Pineapple Culture: A History of the Tropical and Temperate Zones (2009), are from the University of California Press. He is the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Studies Association, and is a past president of the Association for Asian American Studies.

The East-West Center is an education and research organization established by the U.S. Congress in 1960 to strengthen relations and understanding among the peoples and nations of Asia, the Pacific, and the United States. The Center contributes to a peaceful, prosperous, and just Asia Pacific community by serving as a vigorous hub for cooperative research, education, and dialogue on critical issues of common concern to the Asia Pacific region and the United States. Funding for the Center comes from the U.S. government, with additional support provided by private agencies, individuals, foundations, corporations, and the governments of the region.

www.eastwestcenter.org/washington

Hong Kong SAR - Saturday, March 14, 2009

The 40th Anniversary Ruby Ball
Time: 6:45pm – 1:00am
Venue: Convention Hall, Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre

Sold Out as of 03-13-09

Honolulu Hawaii: Wednesday – March 18 2009 6:30 – 9:00pm: Sponsored by Enterprise Honolulu, UH Shidler College of Business, Cades Schutte LLP & Hong Kong.China.Hawaii Chamber of Commerce

Presenting

"Tsinghua CEO Club - Opportunities Niches for Hawaii China Business?
"Hawaii: The USA's Alternative Energy Demonstration Site"

45 CEOs representing major industries in China and Member of the of the Tsinghua CEO Club will be meeting with Business Executives in Honolulu to discuss investment opportunities in Hawaii, United States and China

“China Daily Newspaper March 5 2009: China enterprises have been given the green light to travel abroad in search of buying opportunities. A delegation will go to Europe this week to check on investment possibilities, including mergers and acquisitions, China Commerce Minister Chen Deming said. Chen said the group will travel to Switzerland, Spain, Britain and Germany - the same countries that a mainland purchase mission visited last month. Countries suffering from the economic slump have rolled out the red carpet for cash-rich mainland firms, hoping they can help revive recession-hit industries”

Tsinghua University was established in 1911, originally under the name “Tsinghua Xuetang”. The school was renamed "Tsinghua School" in 1912. The university section was founded in 1925. The name “National Tsinghua University” was adopted in 1928.

Since China opened up to the world in 1978, Tsinghua University has developed at a breathtaking pace into a comprehensive research university. At present, the university has 14 schools and 56 departments with faculties in science, engineering, humanities, law, medicine, history, philosophy, economics, management, education and art. The University has now over 25,900 students, including 13,100 undergraduates and 12,800 graduate students. As one of China’s most renowned universities, Tsinghua has become an important institution for fostering talent and scientific research.

http://www.singtaousa.com/031209/os03.php

探討中美投資商機 - HKCH辦座談餐會 (本報夏威夷訊)

香港中國夏威夷商會(HKCHcc)，夏大商學院及 Enterprise Honolulu 將聯合於3月18日(星期三)晚上6時半至9時在中山港海鮮大酒樓舉辦一項中美商業交流座談餐會，主題：“清華 CEO CLUB 能帶動夏威夷中國的商機嗎？” 及 “夏威夷是美國另類能源的展示地”。

據香港中國夏威夷商會會長蔡永強稱，來自中國四十五位企業界的領袖人物將參加當晚的座談餐會，他們均為清華大學CEO CLUB的會員，也是許多主要企業的董事長、總經理和主管。

他們將與此間的商業機構主管人員探討在夏威夷、美國和中國的投資商機。

有意參加該項餐會者請向蔡永強會長報名，三月十五日前每位30元，三月十五日以後每位35元，座位有限，滿座即止，聯絡電話:808-524-5738，傳真:808-524-8063, 電郵 johnsonwkchoi@yahoo.com

Date: Wednesday – March 18 2009 (limited seating) Sold Out as of 03-13-09
Time: 6:30 – 9:00pm
Venue: Lung Fung Restaurant, - Niu Valley Shopping Center, Honolulu HI 96821
Cost: $30/person for sponsoring organizations RSVP w/payment by March 15th
$35 after March 15th & others
RSVP: By March 15 2009 (limited seating)
Contact: Johnson W. K. Choi, President, HKCHcc
1188 Bishop St, Suite 3403, Honolulu HI 96813***
Phone: (808) 524-5738; Fax: (808) 524-8063; (877) 852-8548
Email: johnsonwkchoi@yahoo.com; Website: http://www.hkchcc.org/event.htm

Download Event Flyer in PDF format: http://www.hkchcc.org/hkchccflyer031809c.pdf Sold Out as of 03-13-09

Please PRINT CLEARLY and return by Fax or Email by Mar 15 2009 to reserve your seat (No Show will be billed):

Sold Out as of 03-13-09

Name:___________________________________________ Phone:________________

Company:_________________________________________ Title:_________________

Email:__________________________________@______________________________

Credit Card (Master Card or VISA)#___________________________________________

Name on the Card:____________________________________ Expiration Date___/_____

$30 ($35 after Mar 15th) x ___ Person = ___________; Check payable to HKCHcc and mail to***

Hong Kong SAR: March 2-6 & 8, 2009 - The U.S. Consulate General in Hong Kong and Macau, in collaboration with the Hong Kong Arts Centre, will bring the AFI Project 20/20 film festival to Hong Kong for the second consecutive year, on March 2-6 & 8, 2009. First launched in 2006, this project is an international initiative designed to enhance cultural exchange, understanding and collaboration through filmmakers and their films from the U.S. and abroad. It is an unprecedented cultural diplomacy effort that is the only international filmmaker exchange supported by all of U.S. cultural agencies. Through workshops, seminars and appearances at film festivals, cultural centers, museums and other community, educational and cultural venues in the US and abroad, AFI Project 20/20 filmmakers promote cross-cultural understanding and appreciation of values such as freedom of expression, tolerance and intellectual property rights through film.

The one-week festival will showcase eight American and international films. Representing various countries, AFI Project 20/20 2008-2009 introduces a multicultural roster of films signifying a universal perspective that challenges us to examine, reflect upon, and celebrate diversity. Please find the program information for your reference below.

Venue: Agnes b. CINEMA! Hong Kong Arts Centre, 2 Harbor Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong

Free Admission (free seating, first-come-first-served)

Each ticket admits one person only

Children under 6 will not be admitted

Age restrictions are observed in accordance with the Film Censorship Ordinance. The venue management reserves the right to refuse admission if applicable.

Program enquiries: 2582-0273 (Hong Kong Arts Centre)

click on the picture on the left for full view

Thursday - February 26, 2009 HVCA Luncheon - Hawaii Angels Offer Entrepreneurs Words of Wisdom

The Story of ACT 221 http://www.hvca.org/display.aspx?base=Articles&ID=91
Act 221 Case Study: Pipeline Micro, Inc. http://www.hvca.org/display.aspx?base=Articles&ID=89
Act 221 Case Study: Henk Rogers http://www.hvca.org/display.aspx?base=Articles&ID=90
Act 221 Frequently Asked Questions http://www.hvca.org/display.aspx?base=Articles&ID=88

A panel of some of Hawaii's most experienced Angel investors will be the guests of the Hawaii Venture Capital Association at its February 26, 2009 luncheon meeting at the Plaza Club. This is a must attend event for entrepreneurs and management teams of start-up companies seeking early stage financing. Angel investors nationwide have put more money into early stage companies than professional venture capital firms. They are virtually the only source of start-up capital for new companies and offer entrepreneurs a strong partnership when it comes to winding your way through the venture finance continuum.

The Hawaii Angels, was founded by Rob Robinson in February 2002 and is in its seventh year. As a group the Hawaii Angels have invested in more than 40 companies all of which are still in business. Its track record is one of the best in the country according to the National Angel Capital Association.

Hawaii Angels is the state's only network of experienced qualified investors with chapters on Oahu, Maui and the Big Island. The group now has 100 plus members who hold monthly meetings where entrepreneurs get a chance to pitch their bu siness plans.

HVCA has invited Hawaii Angels founder Rob Robinson and angels Steven Baker and Shan Steinmark to share their wisdom about angel investing, what entrepreneurs need to know to attract an angel investor, do's and don'ts as well as other important topics such as Act 221, investor relations, company structure, and other things that angels look for in a good early stage investment.

Attendees will learn how to get in front of the Angels, what makes a good pitch and other important tips. "This may be one of our most important meetings this year," said Bill Spencer, HVCA President. "Angel investors are typically very private so we are lucky that these knowledgeable investors are sharing their experience with us," he said. "So don't miss this important event."

This meeting will be held: The Plaza Club 20th Floor 11:30am-1:30pm

$29 for HVCA, HTDC, Hawaii Angels, Dual Use Council, Tech Hui, Bytemarks and HSTC Members, $39 non-members, $25 students.

PLEASE RESERVE EARLY - THERE IS LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE FOR THIS EVENT.

Aloha attire is required by the Plaza Club.

Register at www.hvca.org or contact Gail at (808) 262-7329

Tuesday March 17, 2009 8:00am - 4:30pm Hawaii Convention Center - EVENT CANCELLED AND RESCHEDULED TO LATER DATE

WEB REVOLUTION HAWAII - Featuring Google, FedEx, Baker McKenzie, and Local Speakers

www.webrevolutionhawaii.com Participation Cost: $95

Learn from the experts how to harness the power of the internet to boost your online sales and enhance your web presence! This one day special business enhancement event features Google, FedEx, Baker McKenzie, and local speakers who will share the tools you need to find new customers online in markets around the world. This fantastic event concludes with an E-Storming session, where you will have the opportunity to interact with our speakers and get your specific questions answered about enhancing your business and online presence!

The growth of e-commerce has generated incredible opportunities for Hawaii companies to reach buyers 24/7 in countries around the globe. Even if your business is already online, through this event you will learn to find even more customers and make more sales. The time to revolutionize your business is today. Join the Web Revolution!

Boost Your Sales Using Powerful Online Tools

Creating a web site is easy. Creating a successful international e-business takes more thought.
The virtual world of business is an entirely different ball game. You must be prepared to rethink everything—from building your web site and targeting your marketing to conducting due diligence on sales inquiries to taking and fulfilling orders. To help you revolutionize your e-business strategy, the Commercial Service is bringing together three global e-business icons—Google, FedEx, and Baker & McKenzie—to share best practices during this special one time Web Revolution Hawaii full-day seminar.

Learn how to promote your business, increase international sales and expand international markets using online tools.
The Internet offers a low risk, high visibility platform to market your company worldwide. Google will discuss cutting edge Internet-based tools to help your firm reach new buyers around the globe and expand internationally.

Discover new tools for shipping your products anywhere on the globe.
Protecting your investments, getting paid, navigating through customs clearance requirements, and saving time and money are important considerations when shipping internationally. FedEx will discuss exporting resources your company can leverage to simplify and streamline the sales process.

Learn about international regulations for websites and e-commerce that should inform your web strategy.
Baker & McKenzie will discuss worldwide regulations that affect website design, marketing and e-commerce, and Safe Harbor.

* Learn from ’s experts on how to market your business online and find new customers worldwide
* Local Hawaii companies share their successful e-commerce strategies
* will share tools that can help you simplify the sales & logistics process
* Protect your online market presence with expert advice from

Don’t Miss this Exciting Opportunity. Register Today! www.webrevolutionhawaii.com Participation Cost: $95

Honolulu Hawaii - Wednesday February 11 2009: Hawaii Science & Technology Council - 2009 Legislative Update and HISciTech Networking Mixer

Updates on Act 221/215 and other legislation from:
Senator Carol Fukunaga
Chair, Economic Development and Technology

Representative Angus McKelvey
Chair, Economic Revitalization, Military and Business Affairs

The Plaza Club
900 Fort Street Mall, Suite 2000
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
4:00pm - 5:00pm Legislative Update
5:00pm - 6:30pm HISciTech Networking Mixer
$15 HISciTech Members, $20 Non-Members
RSVP: robyn@hiscitech.org or 536-4670

Please join us immediately following the Legislative Update for pupu's, drinks (cash bar) and networking.
No Validated Parking / Recommended Parking: Harbor Court.

Please make checks payable to:
Hawaii Science & Technology Council
733 Bishop Street, Suite 2950, Honolulu, HI 96813

San Francisco California - Monday - February 9 2009: Cordially invite you to a Distinguished Speaker Luncheon Series featuring

Mr. Donald Tong, JP
Hong Kong Commissioner for Economic and Trade Affairs, USA of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government

“Riding the Global Economic & Challenges – Hong Kong ’s Stimulus Plan”

Monday, February 9, 2009
12:00 noon – 1:30 pm
The Bankers Club¨ 52nd Floor ¨ Bank of America Center ¨ 555 California Street ¨ San Francisco

Principal Corporate member Complimentary
HKANC Member $20
Non-member and Guests $30

Mr. Donald Tong Chi-keung (