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US Government Sites and Projectswww.bisnis.doc.gov/nisBusiness Information Service for the Newly Independent States BISNIS is the US Department of Commerce's primary resource center for US companies exploring business opportunities in Russia and other Newly Independent States. BISNIS provides US companies with the latest market reports and tips on developments, export and investment opportunities, and strategies for doing business in the NIS. Since opening in 1992, BISNIS has facilitated more than $2.8 billion worth of US exports and overseas investments. www.epa.gov/coalbed Coalbed Methane Outreach Program International Initiatives CMOP cooperates with organizations in coal-producing countries to promote coal mine methane (CMM) development and use. This site provides overviews of such initiatives, and also includes links to selected country-specific CMM-related Web sites. The Russian Coalbed Methane Center promotes the development of coalbed methane (CBM) and coal mine methane (CMM) recovery in Russia. Located in Kemerovo, in the heart of the Kuznetsk Coal Basin (Kuzbass - the largest coal producing region of Russia), the Center provides information and assistance to interested companies and government agencies involved with CBM/CMM development. iatp.projectharmony.ru Internet Access and Training Program (IATP) Offices U.S. Goverment-funded (Public Affairs) free internet access offices located throughout Russia. The sites are open to everyone and are usually located in an easily accessible location, such as the central oblast library or University library. It is one of the tools that are used to encourage alumni of U.S. Goverment programs to stay in touch with one another. www.peacecorp.gov/countries/russia Peace Corps: Russia PeaceCorps organizes Volunteers assistance, who actively provide English and business education and support to government officials, entrepreneurs, organizations, schools and institutes, professional associations and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Volunteers develop new curriculum and materials for Russian business and language trainers. By imparting skills in English and business, Volunteers are instrumental in preparing young Russians to participate in the global economy. Volunteers are helping to disseminate practical business information, build new civic institutions, revitalize education and protect the environment. www.sabitprogram.org Special American Business Internship Training (SABIT) Program The US Department of Commerce's SABIT Program assists economic restructuring in the New Independent States (NIS) of the former Soviet Union while boosting U.S. trade opportunities. It places NIS executives and scientists in U.S. firms for three- to six-month internships to gain firsthand experience in a market economy. Programs include: NIS Standards Program; Russian Far East Programs; Russian Far East Port Development; Merchandising in Russia (MIR); and Environmental Technologies. www.cs.vladivostok.com The U.S. Commercial Service The US Commercial Services in Vladivostok can assist Russian firms wishing to import American products and services or to form joint ventures with US partners. It's primary mission is to facilitate the establishment of American firms in the Russian Far East and promotes the export of U.S. products and services to the local market. Commercial Service Officers and Commercial Specialists consult with U.S. firms about market conditions and commercial opportunities, provide assistance with establishing business contacts and identifying potential business partners, and help resolve trade and investment problems. The Vladivostok office is a clearing house for information on U.S. government and private sector programs and services of interest to American firms. The U.S. Commercial Service is part of the U.S. Department of Commerce. www.usembassy.ru The U.S. Embassy in Moscow www.usaid.gov USAID The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is an independent federal government agency that receives overall foreign policy guidance from the Secretary of State. The agency works to support long-term and equitable economic growth and advancing U.S. foreign policy objectives by supporting: economic growth, agricultural and trade; global health; and, democracy, conflict prevention and humanitarian assistance. This is the official website of USAID headquarters in Washington, DC. |