International Affairs

    The Tucson Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce is an integral member of the “Global Advantage” initiative started by the Economic Development Division of the University of Arizona.   

There are many opportunities to participate with our Global Advantage partners in strategically chosen countries all over the world.  Check this page to see the newest meetings, expos, and other international gatherings here in Tucson and in our partner cities.

Upcoming Save the Date Items:

• Hong Kong–Foshan: Your Partners for Success in China — You are invited to attend a free half-day seminar and networking lunch on doing business with Hong Kong and China at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Phoenix on Monday, September 17, 2007 as guests of the Tucson Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council.  At this seminar, along with leading experts from Hong Kong and Foshan speaking about China’s business environment and its abundant econcomic potentials, a panel of local business executives will also share their business experience, success stories and challenges in doing business in China and Hong Kong.  Jan Lesher, the Director of the Arizona Department of Commerce, will be on hand to welcome attendees.
  For attendees in Tucson who are interested in the complimentary roundtrip shuttle service from 465 West St. Mary’s Road to the Ritz Carlton Hotel Phoenix on the morning of the event, please email Cheryll Frazier at cfrazier@tucsonchamber.org.  Deadline for shuttle reservation: August 31, 2007.

• Laser Munich 2007 – Summer of 2007.  ADOC will have a pavillion set up at this bi-annual exposition and plans to have at least 8 Arizona optics companies in attendance with hopes of forming alliances and partnerships internationally.  If interested in joining this contingent of businesses or in merely attending the conference, please contact John Grabo (626-2817) for more information.

• 2007 China (Changzhou) International Forum – To be held in Changzhou from September 28 to 30, 2007, this forum will focus on science and technology,  foreign trade, and economic cooperation.  To learn more about this exciting opportunity, contact Ms. Laura Xia at zl_invite@yahoo.com.cn.

• Tucson Chamber’s Partners go to Hermosillo–Take advantage of this opportunity to participate in two premier toursim events on the same trip and save money!  MTCVB has arranged for a 49 passenger motor coach to transport participants to Hermosillo Sonora on October 3rd to participate in the Arizona Office of Arizona Tourism Showcase.  The coach will continue to Ciudad Obregon on October 5th to particiapte in the Casino Night, returning to Tucson on October 6th.  Prices for these events, the trip and and other information can be obtained from Martha Tadlock of the MTCVB on (520-770-2171) mtadlock@visittucson.org, or Laurie White at (520-770-2131.  You can also go to MTCVB’s website to learn more:  www.visittucson.org.