Photo source: Getty On February 2, 2026, a burst of reporting signaled a potentially meaningful shift in the U.S.–India commercial corridor: President Trump said the U.S. would reduce tariffs on Indian goods to 18%, tied to broader commitments that include India lowering barriers to U.S. products and (according to U.S. statements) curbing purchases of Russian …
Proud to formally introduce EDGE Partners’ Leadership & Senior Advisor Network — a group of former senior U.S. government officials and global trade leaders supporting market entry, export growth, and investment attraction worldwide. This team reflects the depth of experience behind EDGE as we build a trusted execution partner for companies, governments, and economic development …
Photo from Mercia.co.uk Introduction I thought of writing this article as we approach SelectUSA, May 3-6, 2026 at the National Harbor, Maryland. Thousands of attendees come to explore the U.S. market from over 100 countries. Many of the attendees are exploring the U.S. for the first time. Below are some of my thoughts. Expanding into …
Photo from Reuters.com In an era where innovation moves markets and national security depends as much on microchips as it does on missiles, the relationship between Taiwan and the United States stands as one of the most strategically vital partnerships in the world. For Taiwanese companies looking to expand globally, the U.S. isn’t just a …
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Image from Pexels.com Why Do We Need Data Centers? I was at a dinner and sitting between two opposites regarding the construction of new data centers. Kind of reminded me of being between two people that just felt they had to air their political grievances-even before the main course….. Let me try and take a …
Image from Pexels.com In the High-Stakes World of Economic Development, Site Selection is Not Enough In today’s fast-evolving economic landscape, the traditional approach to economic development — especially for Economic Development Organizations (EDOs) and companies seeking U.S. expansion — can use some disruption. In speaking with multiple EDO’s, the old playbook is criticized as too …
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Image from Ikon Images / Getty Images Introduction Don’t think of this as a political article. It’s more a reflection on how did we get to this point in political discourse that we simply can’t talk to each other anymore. With the recent elections, I have been thinking more of bipartisanship. Is it possible, or …
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The Allure and the Oversimplification of U.S. Market Entry For many foreign companies, entering the United States represents the pinnacle of international growth. The market’s scale, consumer diversity, and innovation ecosystem are irresistible. I wrote about this in a prior article — amid the reality of tariff hikes, fractured diplomacy, and shifting policies: one message …
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Image from ZeroEyes.com In the high-stakes world of economic development, decision-making depends on one thing above all else: data. Whether it’s about attracting foreign direct investment (FDI), supporting companies expanding overseas, or analyzing workforce trends, reliable and timely data is the lifeblood of strategic action. But here’s the problem: the data being used is often …