International Commerce

Finland’s Small Construction Contractors: Tax Evasion Is Where Authorities Look

News Analysis: Finland’s Small Construction Contractors: Tax Evasion Is Where Authorities Look; some individuals say is really due to Tax Rates being too High. However, a Corporate Tax Rate of 20% along with a Maximum National Personal Tax Rate of 30% can hardly be designated to be ‘Draconian’.

Finnish Tax Authorities discovered approximately $200 Million Dollars of Tax Revenue Losses when inspecting the books of Small Construction Projects. This sum contributes to European Tax Authorities Estimate of almost $1 Trillion Dollars in Yearly Tax Revenue Losses through Evasion throughout Europe; no small sum.

Since the “Morality of the Marketplace” is so Low, one can presume Tax Evasion will continue to grow throughout Europe. The VERY SAME Tax Evaders will be the first to complain about: The Poor Conditions of their Country’s Roadways; Not Close-Enough Schools for their Children; Insufficient Fire and/or Police Protection; Shoddy Public Health Care; Etc.- All Paid For By Tax Revenues (which they Evade).

Financial Tax Hypocrisy is Alive and Well.

Reference: http://tinyurl.com/qgbumd6

 

☆ Papua New Guinea (PNG) Experiences Good Economic Growth; Infrastructure Will Increase

News Analysis: Papua New Guinea (PNG) Experiences Good Economic Growth; Infrastructure Will Increase to help further growth. ‘PNG’ covers an area of  462,000+ Km2 (178,000+ Mi2) and has a total population of over 6.4 Million people.

‘PNG’ has assorted natural resources of: Copper, Fisheries, Gold, Natural Gas, Oil, Silver, and Timber. A Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of approximately $19 Billion Dollars is based in part on Agriculture. Such products as: Cocoa, Copra, Coffee, Fruit, Palm Kernels, Poultry, Pork, Rubber, Shellfish, Sugar, Sweet Potatoes, Tea, and Vanilla help the economy.

‘PNG’ Imports: Chemicals, Food, Fuels, Machinery, Manufactured Goods, and Transport Equipment.

As Trade in the Pacific Basin increases along with trade in Asia, ‘PNG’ can only benefit. Entrepreneurs and Investors should consider such funding as an adjunct in their Portfolios.

Heavier investments in Bridges, Harbor Constructions, Piers, and the like are already of importance to  the ‘PNG’ Government. Opportunities abound in such an Economic Environment.

Reality.

Reference: http://www.thenational.com.pg/?q=node/65731

Piraeus, Greece To Become Chinese Electronic Center Serving Southeastern Europe

News Analysis: Piraeus, Greece To Become Chinese Electronic Center Serving Southeastern Europe as China continues its Wise Investments in Greece. Greece has at least one Asset not many other countries offer: Strategic Location. For China to step in as it has already done relative to Ship Container Operations in Piraeus,  evidences wonderful Foresight; something many other Nations apparently lost.

Now the Chinese can develop their Electronic Assembly/Repair capability in Greece when the Country asks for Citizen’s Employment Opportunities.

Southeastern European Countries to be beneficiaries of this Electronics Investment are: Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Spain. 

Astute Entrepreneurs and Investors should consider utilizing China’s Concept and Fund Projects in Greece. Prime Minister Antonis Samaras of Greece will surely be receptive to Projects which employ his Citizenry.

Reality.

Reference: http://www.ekathimerini.com/4dcgi/_w_articles_wsite2_1_19/03/2014_538321

☆ U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) Gets its Data From Very Willing IT Contract Companies

News Analysis: Contrary to Protestations by IT Contract Companies (including “Internet Relationship” Sites), that they were “Kidnapped By The ‘NSA'”,  as we have stated many times, many were allegedly initially funded by various Intelligence Agencies, many people state. The ‘NSA’ does not now nor has it before, needed to act as a “Petty Crook”; it is an Organized Global Information Funnel.

That the ‘NSA’ does what it does should not be surprising to the “Aware”; the ‘NSA’ has the Drive, Funding, and Intellect to do as it chooses; one may not like it but a person of Wisdom will Respect It.

Since the IT Companies “Lie” to the American Public about their ‘NSA’ involvement they are as credible as one stating “You can keep your existing Health Insurance Policies” to the same Public; obviously they are of Minuscule Value.

What apparently is hurting these ‘Anything For A Buck” Personages in IT (but they are loathe to admit), is that they are losing money by each Revelation about the ‘NSA’. Not purchasing American Designed and Manufactured Electronic Components and Systems will further enhance their misery.

These ‘Worms’ trying to lie their ways out of the ‘Oven’ are of little surprise; their “God” is MONEY. They Worship it in choosing Partners, Employees, Close Relationships, and especially Business Deals. They really are mere “Dollar Hookers” acting as “Luxury Call Girls”; they wear the wrong Cosmetics to fool anyone.

Birds of a Feather Flock Together: such is “Silicon Valley’. 

Reality.

Reference: http://www.theguardian.com/world/2014/mar/19/us-tech-giants-knew-nsa-data-collection-rajesh-de

☆ Tibetan Mastiffs (TM’s): Big Dogs; Big Status; Big Prices

News Analysis: Tibetan Mastiffs ‘TM’s’: Big Dogs; Big Status; Big Prices for Wealthy Chinese Buyers who appreciate this Ancient Breed. ‘TM’s’ ,which are not really “Mastiffs”, have two coats of hair. There is a “Lion Head” Mastiff with very long hair and a “Tiger Head” Mastiff with shorter hair. The size of approximately 33 inches for the Male, along with the hair make the Mastiff very Impressive to observers.

The Tibetan Mastiff is of high intellect and very decisive. Its strong-willed nature makes for owners of this Breed to like-wise be uncompromising in training. Since this Breed is historically used as a Guardian, it should be thought of as such and precautions taken.

As the Breed is large, unfortunately, the life-span is relatively short. Anticipated Purchasers of the Breed should consider this element: “Losing” One’s ‘Heavy Investment’ (in a short-lived Pet) is Unfortunate; “Losing” a ‘Loyal Four-Legged Friend’ is Pathetic.   

Reality.

Reference: http://tinyurl.com/phbpa22

☆ Lloyd’s of London (LOL) Regulations Seek To Enhance Polar Shipping

News Analysis: World Renowned Insurer Lloyd’s of London (LOL) will be submitting Regulations for Polar Shipping which may supplement any shortcomings in those of the International Maritime Organization (IMO). As an Insurer, the view it takes may be of slightly different perspective than the ‘IMO’. While both are dealing with the Omnipresent Vagaries in the Arctic Environment, the Continuing Dynamics of this Area may present Risks which may be of Inordinate Consequence to all involved: Shipping Company; Freight Owner; Insurance Company; Re-Insurance Company; Government(s); and, the Planet Earth. If a “Negative Event” occurs, the ‘IMO’ does not ‘take the Financial Hit’, the Insurance Company(s) does.

Once Regulations have been decided upon, Shipping Companies will know what Personnel Training, Vessel Improvements or New-Buildings of Vessels will be necessary to traverse the Polar Route safely.

As an example, an improvement to a Vessel or enhancement of a New-Building would be the installation of “Mega-Temp™” Insulation throughout the Interior of the Hull thus keeping it Warmer, Quieter, and certainly Drier. In a New-Building, where temperature sensitivity of Chemicals was important, compartments insulated with “Mega-Temp™” would NOT be affected by the Cold of the Polar Route. Containerized Vessels traversing the Polar Route should have both their Hulls and Containers treated with “Mega-Temp™” Insulation so Electronics being shipped therein are not damaged by the Severe Cold of the Arctic.

Insurance Actuaries will be able to establish rates for coverage once Regulations are decided upon by the “IMO’ and ‘LOL’ pertaining to the Polar Route; much like the Chinese did in 3000 B.C. for traversing treacherous Rivers.

Reality.

Reference: http://arcticjournal.com/business/lloyds-guidelines-complement-polar-code

☆ China Opens Civilian Aircraft Market; New Zealand Steps In

News Analysis: China Opens Civilian Aircraft Market; New Zealand Steps In with a Joint Venture for production of Single Engine Turbo Prop Aircraft. This size of aircraft, with its proven Operational Reliability for less refined geographic terrains, is essential for the growth of Chinese Public Aviation; a Good Aircraft Type Choice.

Production is expected to rise from 12 to 200 Aircraft Per Year. With available funding sources, Individuals will surely learn to fly and do so in these Worthy Aircraft.

Reality.

Reference: http://www.nzherald.co.nz/trade/news/article.cfm?c_id=96&objectid=11221989

Honey Of Hungary Provides Sweet Delight

News Analysis: Honey Of Hungary Provides Sweet Delight for customers throughout Europe. As one of the Leading Producers of this Apiary Solution, Hungary’s revenues are substantial.

Presently, the Native North American Black Locust Tree (Robinia pseudoacacia), is favored in Hungary for aiding in Honey Production.

Since 25,000 to 30,000 Tons of Honey is produced yearly in Hungary, the Black Locust Tree is essential for continued levels of Honey Production.

Reality.

Reference: http://www.bbj.hu/politics/min-wants-black-locust-off-ec-invasive-species-list_77126

☆ Omnipotent U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) Listens, Stores, And Re-Listens To The World’s Conversations

News Analysis: The Omnipotent U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) Listens, Stores, And Re-Listens To The World’s Conversations. The ‘NSA’s” Capabilities, Funding, and Legal Structure have made it of Greater Power than its Creators in Washington, D.C. could have ever imagined; a Dr. Frankenstein Reality.

Which Senator, Congressman, or Supreme Court Jurist can say with certainty that the ‘NSA’ does not record their conversations? It can plan Counter-Moves to any Regulations of which it does not approve which these aforementioned Minions may be contemplating (for it listens to their conversations, many people think).

Presently, the ‘NSA’ long ago figured out that since it controls the “Roulette Table”; the ball will fall into the slot is chooses Every Time. The Minions can bet against the ‘NSA’ but the ‘NSA’ will win every time; the “Fix Has Been In” many years.

Arrogance and Ignorance by the many Political ‘Joe Isuzus’ ,which have inhabited Washington, D.C. for decades, have ‘Sold the Entire World Down The River’. They underestimated the Guile and Intellect of those working at the ‘NSA’; a Huge Mistake.

Reality.

Reference: http://tinyurl.com/oabggpm

☆ South African 50 Billion Rand ($4.64 Billion Dollars) Locomotive Purchases Make Both Domestic And International Suppliers Winners

News Analysis: South African 50 Billion Rand ($4.64 Billion Dollars) Locomotive Purchases Make Both Domestic And International Suppliers Winners this by making Competition convert to Cooperation.

China, the biggest Supplier with 359 Electric and 232 Diesel Locomotives beat out the other Locomotive Builders, who also came out handsomely with large orders in this 1,064 Total Order Tender.

Domestic Companies in South Africa will build portions of the Locomotives so they can eventually become Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM). With the ‘OEM’ Designation attached to their Company Names they can bid on Locomotive Fabrication Contracts anywhere. The Foreign Builders now, will become Partners with the South African Fabricators as the ‘Newbies’ seek contracts on the Continent as well as other places; a Win-Win Environment.

The Republic of South Africa is to be commended for wisely turning Competitors into Cooperators so it as well as everybody else become WINNERS.

Reality.

Reference: http://www.bdlive.co.za/business/transport/2014/03/18/china-wins-lions-share-of-transnets-r50bn-train-tender