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Consular Conversation: With India-U.S. Trade Deal on Horizon, Southeast Set to Play Key Role

1 day ago | globalatlanta.com | Trevor Williams

May 20, 2025Gwinnett Chamber of CommerceFor four years running, the U.S. has been India’s largest trading partner, and even after amassing a $210 billion of goods and services trade, collaboration could be set to enter into an even higher gear. With U.S. officials in India this week for talks, the two sides are closing in on a trade deal they would help them make progress toward the shared goal of more than doubling bilateral commerce to $500 billion.
France Focus Leads to Goal-Breaking Fundraiser for Atlanta International School

3 days ago | globalatlanta.com | Trevor Williams

Atlanta International School highlighted its (and the city’s) deep links to France en route to a goal-breaking fundraiser in support of need-based scholarships as the school enters its 40th year. This year’s April 26 spring benefit, themed Rendez-Vous!, followed last year’s similarly successful Inspired by India event, continuing the tradition of celebrating vibrant countries and cultures well-represented in the school community, in this case both among its student body and within its curriculum.
Six Months In, Brazil’s Consul General Impressed by Depth of Investment Ties With Georgia - Global Atlanta

5 days ago | globalatlanta.com | Trevor Williams

After six months into his role as Brazilian consul general in Atlanta, Pompeu Andreucci Neto has been impressed with one surprising aspect of his new home: how deep its economic ties with his country run. Before arriving in Atlanta, Mr. Neto served in two straight ambassadorial postings, first to Spain, then to Ecuador.
Mercedes-Benz Teases New Atlanta Tech Hub to Follow Sandy Springs HQ Expansion

1 week ago | globalatlanta.com | Trevor Williams

At a time of turmoil in the global automotive sector, German auto maker Mercedes-Benz is deepening its investment in a location that has proven to be a safe bet: metro Atlanta. Mercedes-Benz moved its U.S. headquarters to a new building known as 1MB in the Sandy Springs suburb in 2018, an outpost that originally promised 1,000 workers and now employs about 800.
Colombia Targets Atlanta as Top Tourism Market Amid Record U.S. Visitor Traffic

1 week ago | globalatlanta.com | Trevor Williams

Tourism professionals marketing Colombia as the next paradise destination see Atlanta as a promising source market for travelers eyeing the many charms of the South American nation. ProColombia, the trade and investment agency, hosted an annual conclave of travel-industry professionals in the city last week, citing Atlanta’s growing air lift to Colombia and sizable “niche” markets including its large African American middle class.
Chinese Provider of Point-of-Sale Terminals Enters North American Market Through Atlanta - Global Atlanta

1 week ago | globalatlanta.com | Trevor Williams

A Chinese provider of Internet-connected business devices including point-of-sale terminals has set up its first North American showroom in Atlanta, a key U.S. hub for electronic payment processing.
Why One of South Africa’s Top Soccer Teams Traces Origins to Atlanta

2 weeks ago | globalatlanta.com | Trevor Williams

At the Kaizer Chiefs training ground in Soweto, one unmistakable emblem flies from flags, marks fields and adorns gear. South Africa boasts its own rich tribal history, but this chief, depicted in black relief against the team’s signature creamsicle orange, wears a Native American headdress.
After 25 Years Away, Georgia's Top Japan Connector Is an Expat Again in Tokyo

2 weeks ago | globalatlanta.com | Trevor Williams

For half of the 50 years that Georgia has had a trade and investment office in Tokyo, Jessica Cork has been back in the U.S., raising four children and nurturing a career built on her language and communication skills. But even working from afar and in the private sector, perhaps no single person has done more to advance the state’s relationship with Japan than Ms. Cork, now an executive at zipper manufacturer YKK.
Georgia’s David Perdue Arrives in China as U.S. Ambassador Days After Trade War Pause

3 weeks ago | globalatlanta.com | Trevor Williams

Former U.S. Sen. David Perdue of Georgia arrived Thursday in China as President Trump’s new ambassador, taking up the post days after the two sides reached a 90-day pause in their trade war after talks in Geneva. Mr. Perdue landed in Beijing a little more than two weeks after the Senate voted in favor of his nomination on April 29, with 67 votes for and 29 against, plus four abstentions.
Revving Up Atlanta’s South Africa Partnership Through NASCAR - Global Atlanta

4 weeks ago | globalatlanta.com | Trevor Williams

Editor’s note: When the yellow Brand South Africa car driven by Kyle Weatherman rounded the bend to see a checkered flag at Atlanta Motor Speedway last September, it was mission accomplished for Arnout Kok. Mr. Kok, a racecar driver turnedvolunteernational booster, had for the first time succeeded in decking out a full car in the Rainbow Nation’s flag, colors and brands.