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On Oct 15 2016, Canton Fair will mark its 120th session with grand celebration. To convey Canton Fair’s spirit of reform and opening up, innovation and progress, and win-win cooperation with a simple visual effect and to enhance Canton Fair’s influence, China Foreign Trade Centre has designed the visual identity of the 120th Canton Fair as follows:
The VI took elements of the number 120 in silk ribbon, Canton Fair in English, Canton Fair’s flower logo and the time “1957-2016” in the design. It shows that Canton Fair is the modern equivalent of China’s ancient Silk Road, the window of China’s opening up to the world, the bond of friendship between peoples in the world, and the bridge connecting China and the global economy and trade.
This VI will be used in the celebration for the 120th Canton Fair and other events.
UK manufacturing activity grew at its fastest pace in more than four years last month, according to a closely watched survey.
The Purchasing Managers' Index index compiled by IHS/Markit hit 58.2 in November, the best level in 51 months.
The report said exports played a "big part" in the expansion.
Separate official data showed that inflows of foreign investment into the UK hit a record last year, boosted by several very large takeover deals.
The Office for National Statistics recorded inward investment of £145.6bn in 2016, up from £25.3bn in 2015.
The investment figures were lifted by some large deals that were completed in 2016, including:
SAB Miller (brewer) bought by Anheuser-Busch InBev
ARM Holdings (chip designer) bought by Softbank
BG Group (energy firm) bought by Royal Dutch Shell
The UK voted to leave the European Union in June 2016, but economists say that vote probably did not have much affect on these figures.
Paul Hollingsworth, toy inspection UK Economist at Capital Economics, pointed out that the big deals were likely to have been planned well in advance of the vote.
He also said it was impossible to say if inflows of investment would have been even greater without the Brexit vote.
"I think 2017 could be the more challenging year for FDI (foreign direct investment), though, as Brexit draws closer," Mr Hollingsworth said.
'Mixed' outlook
The compilers of the purchasing managers' survey said the results indicated UK manufacturing had "shifted up a gear" last month.
At 58.2, the PMI index suggests strong growth as any reading above 50 indicates expansion.
"The domestic market remained strong but new export orders primarily from the US and Europe were a big part of this overall picture of success," said Duncan Brock, who contributed to the report.
But some economists question whether UK factories can maintain their current pace.
"The outlook for manufacturing appears mixed. Domestic conditions look challenging despite November's healthy orders," said Howard Archer, chief economic advisor to the EY Item Club.
The European Commission is to open an in-depth investigation into Ikea's corporate tax structure.
The Commission said testing and inspection service Dutch-based Inter Ikea, one of the Swedish giant's two divisions, may have been given unfair tax advantages by the Netherlands.
European Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager said all firms "big or small, multinational or not, should pay their fair share of tax".
The EU will look at whether Ikea's tax affairs breach EU rules on state aid.
Under EU law, member states cannot give selective tax benefits to multinational groups that are not available to other firms.
"The Commission has concerns that two [Dutch] tax rulings may have given Inter Ikea Systems an unfair advantage compared to other companies," it said.
The move is the latest crackdown by the EU competition authority on tax deals between EU countries and multi-nationals.
A spokesman for Inter Ikea Group said the way it had been taxed "has in our view been in accordance with EU rules".
"It is good if the investigation can bring clarity and confirm that," he added.
Two tax deals
The Commission's Ikea inquiry is focused on two tax agreements between the Netherlands and Inter Ikea which it alleges "have significantly reduced" the firm's taxable profits in the Netherlands.
Netherlands-based Inter Ikea operates the franchise business of Ikea. It collects royalties from other parts of Ikea and pays little tax on the proceeds.
The Commission says that in 2006, a Dutch tax ruling enabled Inter Ikea to pay a "significant" annual licence fee to another Ikea unit in Luxembourg, thereby shifting revenue to a jurisdiction where it remained untaxed.
Then in 2011, after the Luxembourg tax scheme was deemed illegal, Inter Ikea arranged a second tax ruling with the Netherlands.
This ruling focused on a loan deal with an Ikea unit in Liechtenstein, which enabled Inter Ikea to shift "a significant part of its franchise profits" to a low-tax jurisdiction.
A senior Dutch EU official said it would look at the details of the case.
"The Netherlands fully supports the Commission's work," they added.
Richard Murphy, professor of practice in international political economy at City University, said Ikea's tax arrangements were "unusually complicated" and as a result, an EU probe was "inevitable".
"Is their level of tax disproportionate to their overall activity in a country is undoubtedly what [the European Commission] are looking at here," he said.
Analysis by BBC business correspondent Jonty Bloom
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The European Commission is not so much worried about different countries in the European Union having different tax policies, in fact considering it is supposed to be one, seamless market, there are a whole range of company tax rates and policies across the EU.
What it does not like are tax deals that are available for one type of company, huge multi-nationals, but not to everyone else.
Your local High Street furniture store has enough trouble competing with the likes of Ikea, with its massive stores, name recognition, buying power and marketing budget, without Ikea also having access to tax breaks that it could never use.
That is why Ikea is just the latest in a long line of giant companies that the European Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager has gone after.
She has already had Amazon, McDonalds and Apple in her sights, and this is big-game hunting; Apple alone was found to have benefited to the tune of £11.5bn in unfair tax breaks.
Image copyright GETTY IMAGES Image captionThe EU's competition chief Margrethe Vestager is worried giant firms are gaining unfair advantages over smaller rivals
The Commission has recently ordered various member states to collect billons of euros' worth of back taxes from Apple, Starbucks, Amazon and Fiat.
The European Commission is worried that giant companies gain an unfair advantage over smaller rivals which have no chance of using similar tax schemes.
If you're a landlord renting out property to private tenants, then it's your responsibility to ensure that your occupants are safe and that any appliances in your house are fit for purpose. Perhaps the most important checks you must have carried out are an annual boiler service and gas safety inspection.
In 1998, the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations were introduced in the UK; this made the safety of boilers, gas fires, gas fittings and flues a legal compliance issue for those letting property to others - and for your inspection to stand legally, it's also imperative that you use a properly qualified heating engineer. If you're offered a gas safety inspection by an engineer who can't prove that they're Gas Safe registered, then don't waste your money - because your gas safety certificate won't be worth the paper it's written on.
Before allowing your Gas Safe engineer to commence work, it's worth checking their credentials even further; their registration card will contain details of the type of gas related work they're qualified to carry out, so check that theirs covers your particular requirements. When new tenants move in - proving your appliances are safe
Every time you rent your property chemical testing laboratory to a new tenant, you're required to present them with a valid copy of a gas safety inspection certificate. While it's not mandatory, it's also a good idea to use this transitional period to have your appliances checked - especially if it looks like they've been adjusted or tampered with in any way by the previous occupants. If your old tenants have left behind any kind of gas-fuelled equipment of their own and you intend to leave it in the property, make sure you get this checked by a Gas Safe engineer too. If you don't want the expense, then it's best to err on the side of caution and dispose of it. An annual boiler service can save you money
In addition to the legal aspects outlined above, there are other benefits of looking after your gas appliances too. A well maintained boiler is generally a much more efficient boiler and an annual boiler service will help to keep your equipment running smoothly. By servicing your boiler every year, you'll reduce your risk of it breaking down before its time - and with the cost of replacement being quite substantial, this small yearly outlay is much more cost-effective in the long run. The ultimate reason for having a gas safety inspection
Regardless of cost savings or your legal responsibilities, there is one reason above all others that you should keep up with your gas safety inspections. A neglected boiler can be prone to start leaking carbon monoxide; it's tasteless, odourless and you can't see it either, but a build up of carbon monoxide can lead to severe sickness, a coma and in the worst case scenario, death. Ask yourself: would you want that on your conscience?
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The 19th National Congress has pointed out that we need to pursue the Belt and Road Initiative as a priority, give equal emphasis to “bringing in” and “going global”, follow the principle of achieving shared growth through discussion and collaboration, and increase openness and cooperation in building innovation capacity. With these efforts, we hope to make new ground in opening China further through links running eastward and westward, across land and over sea. As an important platform for foreign trade promotion, Canton Fair has been devoted to drive trade cooperation between China and “Belt & Road” countries, becoming a bond connecting trade and cooperation between China and B&R countries. Since the implementation of the initiative, Canton Fair has been deepening trade and cooperation with countries along the route and drive smooth trade and win-win development.
At the concluding press conference of the 122nd session of the Canton Fair, Xu Bing, Spokesperson of the Canton Fair and Deputy Director General of China Foreign Trade Centre, introduced the results achieved in implementing the “Belt & Road” Initiative containers loading service.
Increased buyer attendance from B&R countries. In this session we have focused on B&R countries in marketing and invitation; both mail invitation and Internet Promotion Campaign focused on these countries. The number of buyers from countries in the “Belt and Road” Initiative stood at 84,445, up by 3.48% and accounting for 43.99% of the total. Pakistan, Thailand and Russia witnessed the greatest growth at 46.22%, 11.85% and 9.62% respectively. Among the top 10 buyer source countries and regions, there are 4 B&R countries, namely Thailand, India, Russia and Malaysia. In this session we’ve also organized 16 national delegations from B&R countries such as the UAE and Russia to visit and source at the Fair, and received many government delegations from these countries.
Increased transaction with B&R countries. The transaction with the “Belt and Road” countries totaled 9.37 billion dollars, a year-on-year increase of 13.6% and accounting for 31.1% of the total. Exhibitors from industries such as building materials, large machinery, household electrical appliances, light industrial products, textile and garment, food etc said that B&R countries showed great market potential and strong sourcing demand and enjoyed significantly increased transaction.
Provide an open international trade platform for B&R countries to sell to the world. In the International Pavilion, we had attracted 341 companies from 17 Belt & Road countries. These exhibitors said that canton Fair is not only the most important trade platform for them to explore the Chinese market and export to China, but also an efficient international trade platform to share business opportunities with buyers from 213 countries and regions all over the world and sell to the world.
Hold “Belt & Road” thematic trade matchmaking activities. To boost trade cooperation with companies in China and the UAE, China Foreign Trade Centre together with the Ministry of Economy of UAE and CCCME held the “Belt & Road, Focus on the UAE” matchmaking event. 53 UAE companies and 80 Chinese companies attended the event with great results. According to the Ministry of Economy of UAE, the event will be a new starting point for both parties and that Canton Fair will serve as the platform to deepen China-UAE economic and trade cooperation and bring the bilateral relations to the next level.
At the Press Conference for the opening of the 122nd session of China Import and Export Fair on Oct 14, Xu Bing, spokesperson of the Canton Fair, Deputy Director General of China Foreign Trade Centre, introduced the features of this session.
Xu Bing said that in the 122nd session, we will fully implement President Xi’s remarks in the congratulatory letter and Premier Li’s instructions, demonstrate China’s progress in the supply-side reform, and deepen trade cooperation with “Belt & Road” countries. We will continue to make the Canton Fair an all-round platform for opening up and make new and bigger contributions to China’s trade transformation and upgrading, and the development of open factory qc inspection service economy in China and the world.
Drive smooth trade with “Belt &Road” countries. Currently, the Canton Fair has signed cooperation agreements with 45 industrial and commercial organizations in 32 “Belt & Road” countries, providing consulting, exhibition attendance and participation, and trade promotion services. We will organize 14 “Belt & Road” national delegations to visit and source at the fair. Exhibitors from countries along the route account for 60% of the total in the International Pavilion, covering all 6 product zones. Egypt, Turkey, India, Pakistan, Malaysia and Thailand will organize national delegation to participate in the International Pavilion.
Demonstrate China’s progress made in the supply-side reform. The Canton Fair has gathered more than 160,000 categories of products of 25,000 companies all over China, with more than 2000 brand companies. Exhibitors will focus on supply-side reform and innovation-driven development. Many leading companies with self-owned IPR, brands and core technology will bring their latest products; product update ratio for some exhibitors has reached 80%. Smart, premium, custom-made, green and low carbon products with own brands have become the latest trend.
Give full play to the role of an all-round platform for opening up. In this session we’ve made new changes to the mechanism, system and business mode, utilized domestic and international markets and resources on a higher level. By optimizing sections and exhibitor structure, building an international marketing network, driving Smart Canton Fair, holding international market forum, we will continue to improve Canton Fair’s specialization, market orientation, international development and information technology application to better help companies explore markets. By strengthening IPR protection, launching CF Awards competition, enriching design matchmaking service, we will encourage and guide exhibitors on a path of innovation-driven development and strengthen Chinese brands. By stepping up the exhibitor recruitment, attracting international industrial leaders and feature products to participate, and holding trade matchmaking activities, we will build an efficient platform for overseas exhibitors and domestic buyers. By holding promotion activities based on the demands of overseas exhibitors and facing international buyers, Chinese exhibitors and Chinese buyers, we will make Canton Fair an all-round international trade platform that can “sell to the world and buy from the world”.
Cleanliness keeps appliances going. Modern appliances have evolved into some of the most sophisticated, technologically advanced, and convenient household products on the market. Accordingly, they have also become a significant investment with steeper price tags and more bells and whistles. Proper maintenance is a necessity to keep the highly valuable items running effectively and efficiently for as long as possible. Large repairs on major appliances will warrant a professional service call. But keeping the appliances clean and in good condition will go a long way to prevent problems.
Refrigerator and Freezer: Clean the coils underneath the refrigerator to ensure that the compressor fan can circulate fresh air. Unplug the machine, pull out the vent plate that covers the coils, and use a vacuum hose to clean them. Keep the door gasket clean and free final random inspection from sticky residue that can cause the gasket to weaken and compromise the closing seal. Defrost the freezer when frost builds up.
Dishwasher: Take out the racks and baskets - clean them and then clean the inside surfaces, corners, and linings. Put the pieces back inside and run the machine while empty with a little detergent.
Stove: Clean burners with a wet rag and dish soap or with a stove-cleaning solvent. If you have a gas stove, learn how to safely relight the pilot; blue flames indicate that the stove is working at full efficiency. Burners for electric stoves can usually be easily and inexpensively replaced.
Washing Machine: Cleaning the washing machine may seem redundant, but it is an important part of maintaining the unit. Drops of detergent can splash onto the control panel and seep under the knobs and buttons. Wipe the outer surface of the machine with a damp cloth to remove any build-up. If your washing machine rattles when it runs, it may need leveling.
Dryer: Lint and debris that final random inspection accumulate in the lint trap and around or under the dryer can become a fire hazard. Clean the lint trap after each use and keep the area around the dryer clear. Clean the outside vent once a year and make sure it opens when the dryer is on and closes properly when the dryer is off.
Air conditioner: Like the refrigerator, the air conditioning coils need to be cleaned periodically by running the vacuum brush over them. At the same time, clean or replace the filter if necessary.
Water Heater: Heating water costs money and energy. You can help the heater run more efficiently and lower utility bills by wrapping it in insulation to keep the heat concentrated in the unit and prevent it from radiating out.
For all appliances, take the time to read through the owner's manual and review the manufacturer's cleaning recommendations. Acquaint yourself with all appliance features, even those functions you may rarely or never use. Each component has an effect on the overall efficiency of the unit, and it helps to know how to properly care for every aspect of your appliances.
James Budrow at Sacramento inspection recommended homeowners schedule yearly maintenance inspections to help protect their investment. Schedule your Sacramento home inspection today.
