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	Amb. Yujuico leads successful visit to Japan
	CACCI President Amb. Benedicto Yujuico led a 21-member delegation to Japan for a two-day visit from April 16 to 17, 2013. The delegation was composed of chamber representatives from four CACCI member countries ‒ three from the Philippines, five from Pakistan, ten from Sri Lanka, and three from Taiwan.

	Sendai City imparts experiences, lessons after March 2011 disaster
	Assistant Senior Director Post-Disaster Bureau Mr. Jun Umenai gave a presentation on the current state of reconstruction of Sendai City, during the first day of the CACCI presidential visit to Japan on April 16, 2013.

	Sendai aims to attract new businesses
	Speaking during the CACCI presidential visit, Assistant Senior Director of Economic Affairs Bureau Mr. Gen Amano briefed the delegates on Sendai City’s Industry Promotion Policy.

	Sendai CCI meets with CACCI delegation
	The Sendai Chamber of Commerce and Industry hosted a lunch meeting for the CACCI delegation at Sendai Shozankan. The CACCI visitors were warmly received by the key officers and members of the Sendai CCI led by Chairman Mr. Hiroshi Kamata.

	JCCI promises continued support to CACCI
	The CACCI delegation took the Shinkansen train from Sendai City to Tokyo for a courtesy call on Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI) Chairman Mr. Tadashi Okamura.

	CACCI visits Toshiba Museum
	On the morning of April 17, the CACCI delegation visited the Toshiba Science Museum where they were received by its Director Mr. Junji Nakayama and other key officers of the museum. The visit started with welcome remarks by Mr. Nakayama, followed by a brief video presentation introducing the museum.

	CACCI tours Honda Research Institute
	The CACCI delegation stopped by Honda Company on the afternoon of April 17, where they were treated to a presentation of ASIMO, the world’s most advanced humanoid robot made by Honda.

	CACCI conducts workshop in Sri Lanka and Vietnam
	CACCI successfully conducted a two-day workshop on Documentary Credits and International Contract of Sale in Colombo, Sri Lanka on March 21-22; in Hanoi on March 26-27; and in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on March 29-30.

	ICC and CCOIC to host series of conferences
	Following the success of the 1st World Business Leaders Conference (WBLC) held in Beijing last year, the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and China Chamber of International Commerce (CCOIC) will be hosting the 2nd WBLC and Asia Pacific Chambers Congress (APCC) on May 15, 2013 in Jiangsu Province, China.

	PCCI hosts 50-man delegation from China
	The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI), the largest umbrella organization representing the country’s businesses and trade industry associations, hosted a 50-man delegation of business executives from the China Council for the Promotion of Trade (CCPIT) for an investment forum and business networking sessions.

	ACCI launches “Small Business. Too Big to Ignore” campaign
	More then 600 people running small and medium businesses took hours away from their businesses to come together in Sydney on April 10, 2013 and start a mainstream mobilization campaign to make themselves heard this federal election year and beyond.

	CCI WA introduces ‘InvestMatch’
	Chamber of Commerce and Industry West Australia (CCI WA) has recently launched InvestMatch, a new online service that connects Western Australian companies seeking equity capital with foreign investors.

	At the 27th CACCI Conference in Cebu - Philippine President invites investors to explore opportunities in Cebu
	Philippine President Benigno Aquino III in a keynote message delivered by Sec. Jose Rene Almendras, Secretary to the Cabinet of the Philippines, during the 27th CACCI Conference held in Cebu City, on March 14-15, 2013, called on foreign investors to explore and take advantage of business opportunities in Cebu.

	CACCI Council approves proposed amendment on number of VPs
	The CACCI Council on its 82nd Council Meeting has approved the proposed amendment of the CACCI Constitution by setting the total number of CACCI Vice Presidents to such a figure that may be prescribed by the council.

	Pradeep Shrestha named addt’l CACCI VP
	Mr. Pradeep Kumar Shrestha, former president of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) was named as an additional vice president of CACCI during the 82nd CACCI Council Meeting held in Cebu City, Philippines. Shrestha’s election came following the Council’s approval of the constitutional amendment setting the number of CACCI vice presidents at a flexible figure as prescribed by the Council.

	CACCI welcomes 20 new lifetime special members
	CACCI Council admitted 20 new lifetime special members ‒ two from Georgia, three from Nepal, ten from Pakistan, three from Hong Kong, and one each from the Philippines and Taiwan ‒ during the 82nd Council Meeting on March 15, 2013.

	Kuala Lumpur and New Delhi venues of the next CACCI Conferences
	The 28th CACCI Conference will be held in Kuala Lumpur next year, as agreed upon by the CACCI Council during its 82nd meeting on March 15. The Malaysian International Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MICCI) will be the host, with the support of the National Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (NCCIM).

	CACCI Council endorses policy paper on ensuring food security
	The CACCI Council during its 82nd meeting endorsed a policy paper that highlights actions to address the massive challenge of ensuring food security for nine billion people in the year 2050.

	Ajara CCI is CACCI’s new affiliate member
	CACCI has recently approved the application for affiliate membership of Ajara Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), one of the most influential business organizations in Georgia.

	CACCI Members Selected as World Chambers Competition Finalists
	Eight CACCI members have been selected by the ICC World Chambers Federation (WCF) to be among the 25 finalists to compete in the 2013 World Chambers Competition, the only international event that recognizes innovative projects undertaken by chambers of commerce and industry from around the world.

	Qatar Hosts the ICC WCF 8th World Chambers Congress
	With one of the fastest growing economies in the world, Qatar also offers an authentic Middle Eastern experience highlighting its heritage and rich past, while instilling pride in its future.

	ECCIM Hosts SMEs Development Workshop
	Representatives from business sectors and local owners of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) gathered at the Esfahan Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Mines (ECCIM) on February 12, to attend a workshop on SMEs Development, jointly organized and supported by the Iran Chambers of Commerce, Industry and Mines (ICCM) and the Confederation of Asia-Pacific Chambers of Commerce and Industry (CACCI).

	ACCI Invites CACCI Members to Australian Business Congress `13
	The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) wishes to invite all CACCI members to participate in the “2013 Australian Business Congress” to be held on August 1-2, 2013, in Sydney, Australia.

	Amb. Yujuico Leads Seven-Country Delegation to Myanmar
	CACCI President Amb. Benedicto Yujuico successfully led a CACCI delegation to Yangon, Myanmar for a three-day visit from January 22 to 24, 2013. With 42 participants from seven countries, the Myanmar visit was the most well-attended among the Presidential visits to date.

Announcements

	CACCI would like to inform its members that the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has just launched a new Australian Tradelinks web portal: http://www.australiantradelinks.com.au/ . The ACCI is inviting all chambers and businesses from around the world who want to do business with Australian companies to become their partners in this site.

	CACCI members are invited to submit articles for the next issues of the following Newsletters: (1) Food & Agriculture; (2) Health & Education; (3) Women Entrepreneurs; and (4) Tourism. Suggested topics include the current state of the four different sectors in Asian countries, sharing of your experiences in these fields, and the development of related businesses, among others. Please send your articles and accompanying photos to Ms. Wendy Yang, CACCI Senior Officer, through wendy.yang@cacci.org

	The China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT)/ China Chamber of International Commerce (CCOIC) is inviting CACCI members to participate in the “2nd World Business Leaders (Kunshan) Conference (WBLC) and Asia Pacific Chambers Congress (APCC)” to be held on May 15, 2013 in Kun Shan, Jiangsu Province, China.

	The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) is inviting CACCI members to attend the “2013 Australian Business Congress” to be held on August 1 – 2, 2013 in Sydney, Australia.
	Venue: Sydney, Australia
	Date: August 1-2, 2013

	The Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MNCCI) is inviting CACCI members to participate in the “Corporate Democracy Forum” to be held on April 27, 2013 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.

	The ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN BAC) is inviting CACCI members to submit entries for the “2013 ASEAN Business Awards (ABA)”, which is aimed at recognizing the most outstanding and successful ASEAN companies contributing to ASEAN’s economic growth and prosperity.

	Nomination Form of 2013 ASEAN Business Awards

	CACCI members are invited to nominate representatives who may be able to make a significant contribution to the work of the Asian Council on Trade Facilitation (ACTF).

	CACCI conveys the invitation from the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry to participate in the Trade Exhibition to be held in conjunction with the 8th world Chambers Congress on April 22-25, 2013 in Doha, Qatar.
	Venue: Doha, Qatar
	Date: April 22-25, 2013

	The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the Oslo-based Business for Peace Foundation are seeking nominees for the 2013 Business for Peace Award, a global honour accorded to inspiring business leaders and entrepreneurs who combine ethical responsibility with business success. CACCI members can be part of this nomination if you are successful entrepreneurs.

	CACCI would like to invite members to participate in the 2nd China International Import Expo (the 2nd CIE) or the CIE 2013. Hosted by the China Chamber of International Commerce and the Jiangsu Provincial People's Government, the CIE 2013 will be held on May 15-18, 2013 in Kunshan, Jiangsu Province, China.

	CACCI is pleased to announce the publication of the 10th Edition of the Entrepreneur Asia-Pacific, the newsletter of the Young Entrepreneurs Group of Asia Pacific (YEGAP) of CACCI, which is under the chairmanship of Ms. Anna Marie Periquet from the Philippines and vice chairmanship of Mr. Teisuke Suzuki from Japan.

	The 2012/2013 directory of members of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce is now available for sale at the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Secretariat. The Directory, which provides contact details and vital information such as the sectors in which these businesses operate is the key source of information on the members of the private sector.

	CACCI is now making initial preparations for the Tenth Edition of Entrepreneur Asia-Pacific, the newsletter of the Young Entrepreneurs Group Asia Pacific (YEGAP) of CACCI, and would like to request for articles from members.

	CACCI is pleased to announce the offer from International Chamber of Commerce Australia (ICC Australia) of large discounts on the bulk purchase of the ICC’s Rules on Documentary Credits: “Uniform Customs and Practice for Dcumentary Credits, 2007 Revision UCP 600 (current edition) offered by International Chamber of Commerce Australia (ICC Australia).

	The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) has announced that it walked away with a Gold Award in the category of Non Government Organizations (NGOs) and Not for Profit Organizations (NPOs) at the 47th Institute of Certified Accountants Sri Lanka (ICASL) Annual Report Awards ceremony recently.

	Turkish manufacturers of sourcherry juice concentrate are looking for international supply sources of this fruit juice as this year’s crop of sourcherry in Turkey is inadequate to meet its market demand. Thus, CACCI members are requested to contact the following company for a possible business tie-up if you are in this field.

	CACCI members are requested to contact the Bangladesh Organic Products Manufacturers Association, a member of the Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry, for any inquiry about Bangladeshi food products.

	As part of CACCI’s effort to further strengthen its Product and Service Councils (PSCs), CACCI is now in the process of beefing up their membership by inviting more of our CACCI constituencies to take an active part in the PSC activities. CACCI requests you to kindly identify representatives from your Chamber who may be able to make a significant contribution to the work of each of its PSCs.

	As the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation (CCIRF) is becoming actively involved in the young entrepreneurship movement in Russia, the CCIRF is eager to found the federation of the young entrepreneurs organization that would unite all young businessmen associations countrywide. Thus, the CCIRF would like to obtain feedback from CACCI members on their experience in promoting youth entrepreneurship and in setting up the young entrepreneurs organization:

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