Virginia Economic Review
Our quarterly publication, Virginia Economic Review, provides an insider look at Virginia’s economy, its diverse array of world-class companies, its amazing talent, and its stunning natural beauty, as well as insights from national thought leaders.
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Infrastructure Excellence Draws International Investment
Global companies cite Washington Dulles International Airport and the Port of Virginia as key factors in success.
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Best Practices for Minimizing the Impact of Federal Visa Roadblocks
Virginia leaders advise foreign companies to plan for lengthy visa application timelines.
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A Deep Dive Into Asian Markets
Dennis Meseroll from Tractus Asia Limited spoke with Jason El-Koubi about reshoring, nearshoring, and other trends he’s seeing with Asian companies and markets.
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A Win-Win Situation
STIHL's apprenticeship program helps create a skilled manufacturing workforce.
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Tools of the Trade
When Dutch secondary packaging solutions provider BluePrint Automation decided to open a U.S. location in 1987, the company chose a site in Chesterfield County near Richmond, due in part to the regional talent market and multiple nearby ports that could facilitate importing.
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Global Capital, Local Impact
How foreign direct investment helps the U.S. economy and creates jobs
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Key Factors in FDI Decisions: A Conversation With Jasjit Singh
March 29, 2024
Executive Director, SelectUSA
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Perpetuating a Rock-Solid Relationship: A Conversation With Ambassador Alexander Yui
March 29, 2024
Representative to the United States, Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office
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The International View of the American Value Proposition: A Conversation With Ambassador Mark Brzezinski
March 29, 2024
U.S. Ambassador to Poland