U.S. Pacific states boot up for high-tech investment

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The stagnation of the Asian market has not had as great an adverse impact on the U.S. Pacific states as thought would happen. The area has seen two times more foreign direct investment than all other countries combined. However, the region has not received the amount of foreign direct investment it would like, in large part because consolidation is taking place in the high-tech industries. California's Silicon Valley and other areas, Oregon's high-tech boom, and Washington's success re discussed.

Pacific States, Area & Regional Economic Data, Foreign investments, Economic aspects, Pacific States (United States)

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U.S. companies 'labor' with Canadian laws

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US firms should be aware that labour laws are different in Canada, according to labour lawyer Douglas Gilbert. He indicates that US companies entering Canada are particularly concerned about unionization and the individual employment relationship.

Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors, Labor Regulation NEC, Canada, Attorneys, Lawyers, Interview, Labor law, Gilbert, Douglas

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Alabama adds proof to the pudding

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The initiatives launched in Alabama during the late 1990s to encourage businesses to find accommodation in the state are discussed, with focus on the prominent corporations that have relocated there.

Business, Laws, regulations and rules, Buildings and facilities, Alabama, American Honda Motor Company Inc.

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