Long the champion and beneficiary of free trade and the free flow of capital, the United States last year enacted legislation that a growing number of commentators and professionals believe could be the start of capital controls in America.
If you envision yourself investing internationally in the future, you have just under two years to prepare to transact international business without being turned away by foreign banks, or your having funds subjected to IRS withholding by banks handling transfers.
International business attorney Joel M. Nagel recommends the following strategies you can use to prepare for enforcement of the HIRE Act provisions that he outlines in this issue of Hemispheres.
You won’t find a more comprehensive gathering of international experts anywhere. Many of our speakers will not even speak at public gatherings but are only willing to share their insights at a private, invitation only event such as the Hemispheres President’s Week Forum.
If creating economic stability and growth is a priority for you this year, you belong with the select group of invitees at Hemispheres' 13th Annual Presidents Week, March 12-16 on the sunny Caribbean island of Ambergris Caye, Belize.
What’s so appealing about this particular Caribbean island? It’s known for its stunning natural beauty that’s reflected by the surrounding azure sea. The east coast’s white sand beaches are fringed with swaying palm trees. From your hammock, you can watch the waves break on the world’s second largest barrier reef.
World-class scuba diving, fishing, snorkeling, sailing and water sports abound. Simply strolling the beach with your dog is a satisfying daily pleasure. But there are also many social activities if you prefer music, festivals, and socializing to swimming, fishing and walking.
As our plane descended through the low clouds into the southernmost town in the world, Ushuaia, Argentina, the view of the snow-capped mountains, the quaint town, and the harbor was fantastic. I quickly noticed, however, that the 11-story cruise ship MS Veendam was not docked, and a bit of concern coursed through my veins.
Two days earlier I had departed Managua, Nicaragua with my 6-old-daughter, Emily, to meet the boat mid-trip and sail the second half of the cruise up the coast of Chile. The prospect of missing the boat was serious for two reasons. The first, I would miss my speaking engagement, and two, my daughter would be crushed. I was here for work, but she was here to see the penguins.
