Natacha Seijas Chair of ITC

On behalf of the Board of County Commissioners, residents, and members of the business community of Miami-Dade County, welcome to the Jay Malina International Trade Consortium of Miami-Dade County, (ITC). We invite you to take advantage of the resources and facilities our community has to offer in assisting you with all your trade needs.
 

Miami-Dade Ranks First in International Trade Promotion
A comprehensive study of how major American cities promote their international trade industry has determined that Miami-Dade ranks at the top in how it focuses on and brands this vital economic sector. >> more

Consular Corps of Miami-Dade Was Honored at ITC-GMCC Reception
Consular and trade officers representing 101 countries from around the world in Miami-Dade were honored at a reception recognizing their contribution to the community's economy and its international standing. >> more

South Africa's Gauteng Legislature to visit Miami-Dade County from July 15th to July 21st, 2008
As a result of an invitation extended during the ITC-led Business Development Mission to South Africa in April 2007, the Honorable Richard Mdakane, Speaker of the Provincial Legislature (Gauteng), together with a delegation of 7 members of the Gauteng Legislature, will be visiting Miami-Dade County from July 15th to 21st, 2008. >> more

South Africa's Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) to visit South Florida on July 23rd and 24th, 2008
The ITC, in conjunction with Enterprise Florida, will host a delegation from DTI, South Africa on July 23rd and 24th, 2008. >> more

CAMACOL Business Development Mission to Honduras August 6th-9th
The Latin Chamber of Commerce (CAMACOL ) will be taking a business development mission to Tegucigalpa, Honduras from August 6th - 9th, 2008. Mission activities include country briefing by U.S. Embassy, seminar and presentation, business breakfasts and luncheon, business-to-business matchmaking appointments, and a special networking reception. For more information contact Betty Gradera at 305-631-6555 ext. 220.

Historic Joint ITC and GMCC Mission to Peru and Chile Dates Are Set
The International Trade Consortium and Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce joint mission to Lima Peru and Santiago Chile are set for September 20th - 27th 2008. >> more

First Sister Cities Fundraiser and Awards Reception Draws Hundreds
An estimated 250 guests attended the first Miami-Dade County Sister Cities Fundraiser Reception and Awards Ceremony, which was hosted by Mayor Carlos Alvarez on March 20th at the Port of Miami's new state-of-the-art cruise passenger Terminal D. >> more

Sister Cities Annual Art Exhibit Scheduled for September 23rd to October 7th, 2008
The Sister Cities annual art exhibit is scheduled for September 23rd to October 7th, 2008. The theme for this year's event is "Celebrating Our Diversity >> more

Save the Date: Mission to Peru & Chile is rescheduled for end September 20th -27th, 2008
The ITC and the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce will conduct a 1st ever joint mission to Lima, Peru and Santiago, Chile September 20th-27th, 2008. The mission will represent both the service as well as the merchandise trade components. Business and government meetings are currently being planned. For more information, contact Maria Dreyfus at 305-375-3885.

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Iquique, Chile

Iquique is located in the northern region of Chile on the Pacific coast. The city has one of the largest duty-free commercial port centers in South America which serves it population of 216,419. Its mild climate, commerce, Atacama Desert, natural and archaeological treasures, access to Peru and Bolivia make Iquique one of Chile's most visited cities.

The city was founded in 16th century and was part of the Viceroyalty of Peru and remained part of Peruvian territory until the end of the 19th center. Iquique's early development was partly due its rich mineral resources, particularly large deposits of sodium nitrate. The mining of Chile saltpeter was such a profitable business that three nations, Chile, Peru, and Bolivia fought over the riches deposits in the War of the Pacific 1879 whose outcome gave Chile a portion of the Peruvian territory. Many cities in this zone grew into large international shipping ports and many Chilean workers migrated there.

Iquique has re-invented itself as a commercial center and tourist base. Its rainless spring climate, excellent beaches, good education, establishments, and cultural activities that permit a healthy way of life are some of the reasons many entrepreneurs have settled permanently in the city.

Iquique's Free Trade Zone, ZOFRI, is a business center offers over 200 hectares of commercial trading space. ZOFRI also has a shopping mall for retail sales, and serves as a business center for more than 1650 companies. Product sales both at the retail and wholesale levels represent just over $4.7 million dollars per year.

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