We speak business, 2018 February

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FEBRUARY 2018 | WE SPEAK BUSINESS |
GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Georgia's new international trade numbers indicate another record-breaking year! In 2017, total trade between Georgia and the world reached 225 unique countries and territories, exceeding $128.6 billion. Congratulations to our International Trade team for their work in helping our state remain a leader in the global marketplace. Check out the entire report here!

RECENT PROJECTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

Film Day at the Capitol FEB celebrates Georgia's film and
27 television industry
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FEB Record-breaking year for

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Georgia's International Trade Read more

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Georgia Tourism Awards funding to 11 tourism projects Read more

Corvaglia Group to invest in FEB Coweta County with U.S.
9 expansion
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OFS to create 200 jobs, FEB invest $138.9 million in
6 Gwinnett and Carroll
Counties Read more

VanRiet Material Handling
FEB Systems to create more
1 than 70 jobs in Fulton
County
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INDUSTRY RELATED NEWS

In 2017, Georgia exports to Korea totaled $870.6 million and imports from Korea to Georgia totaled $6.25 billion. The Georgia-Korea bond is strong and we are proud to have such strong Korean partnerships representing our business community here in Georgia.
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Have you registered for the 2018 Go Global Reception on March 20 at the Atlanta History Center? You won't want to miss this incredible event. Click here for more information. Read More >

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