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Links to Other Sites

1. Support Services for Businesses:

i) For U.S. Firms

British-American Business Council (BABC) - the largest transatlantic business network, with more than 30 chapters and 4,000 member companies based in major regions throughout North America and the United Kingdom.

British American Business Inc. - the leading transatlantic business organization, dedicated to helping its more than 1,000 member companies build and expand their business.

British Chambers of Commerce - comprise nationally a network of quality-accredited Chambers of Commerce, all uniquely positioned at the heart of every business community in the UK.

British Embassy in the U.S. - the official website for the British Embassy and Consulates in the United States.

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development - fosters the transition towards market-oriented economies and promotes private and entrepreneurial initiatives in the Central and Eastern European countries.

Export America - the official magazine of the International Trade Administration (ITA) in the U.S. Department of Commerce, offering practical export advice and resources for small and medium-sized exporters.

Export.Gov – is the U.S. Commercial Service’s Government Portal where you can find an array of information from Trade Statistics, Export Information, Trade Events and much more.

Export-Import Bank of the United States (Ex-Im Bank) - an independent U.S. Government agency that helps finance the overseas sales of U.S. goods and services.

Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) – is the primary private-sector regulator of America's securities industry.

Financial Services Authority - an independent non-governmental body, given statutory powers by the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 to regulate the financial services industry in the UK.

International Trade Administration (ITA) - assists U.S. businesses to participate fully in the growing global marketplace.

Invest in the UK - is dedicated to assisting companies who wish to know more about the UK and offers advice on investing in the UK.

National Association of State Development Agencies - a membership organization which focuses on state economic development agencies and issues.

Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) - the official source of information on embargoes and sanctions destinations.

Overseas Private Investment Corporation helps U.S. businesses of all sizes invest and compete in more than 140 emerging markets and developing nations worldwide.

STAT-USA - a single point of access to authoritative business, trade, and economic information from across the Federal Government.

UKTI – the UK government’s Trade & Investment office assisting UK companies to do business abroad and helping overseas companies do business in the UK.

U.S. Chamber of Commerce - directory of Chambers of Commerce located in the United States.

U.S. Department of Agriculture - represents the interests of U.S. agriculture and promotes the sale of American food and agricultural, fisheries and forestry products in the UK.

U.S. International Trade Commission - an independent, quasijudicial Federal agency with broad investigative responsibilities on matters of trade.

U.S. Mission to the European Union - the U.S. Commercial Service's Brussels office providing assistance to U.S. businesses with all things EU related.

U.S. Patent and Trademark Office - administers the issuance of patents and the registration of trademarks.

U.S. Small Business Administration - provides financial, technical and management assistance to help Americans start, run, and grow their businesses.

U.S. Trade and Development Agency - assists in the creation of jobs for Americans by helping U.S. companies pursue overseas business opportunities.

Visit USA Association UK - the official body in the UK charged with the promotion of travel and tourism to the United States.

ii) For UK Companies

British-American Business Council (BABC) - the largest transatlantic business network, with more than 30 chapters and 4,000 member companies based in major regions throughout North America and the United Kingdom.

British American Business Inc. - the leading transatlantic business organization, dedicated to helping its more than 1,000 member companies build and expand their business.

British Defence Staff Washington (BDSW) - supports UK defence companies in the U.S.

British Embassy in the US - the official website for the British Embassy and Consulates in the United States.

Council of American States in Europe(CASE) - an organization comprised of the European representative offices of individual American state governments. The members of CASE offer confidential and professional assistance to European firms that are interested in expanding into the U.S. market.

Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) – is the primary private-sector regulator of America's securities industry.

Financial Services Authority - an independent non-governmental body that regulates the financial services industry in the UK.

Information USA - a compilation of materials for foreign audiences seeking information about American economy, society, political processes, U.S. historical documents, and culture.

National Association of State Development Agencies - a membership organization which focuses on state economic development agencies and issues.

UKTI – the UK government’s Trade & Investment office assisting UK companies to do business abroad and helping overseas companies do business in the UK.

U.S. Chamber of Commerce - directory of Chambers of Commerce located in the United States.

2. U.S. Government Sites

Bureau of Industry & Security (BIS) – BIS’ mission is to advance U.S. national security, foreign policy, and economic objectives by ensuring an effective export control and treaty compliance system.

Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) - is charged with controlling the export and temporary import of defense articles and defense services covered by the United States Munitions List.

House of Representatives - an official U.S. Government website containing information on the House of Representatives.

U.S. Census Board - the leading source of quality data about the United State's people and economy.

U.S. Embassy London – the official website for the American Embassy in the United Kingdom.

The White House - the President of the United State’s official website.