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The
Zambia-USA Chamber of Commerce Inc. is a private non-profit** mutual benefit business organization whose primary interest is in
publicizing, promoting, and developing commercial and industrial opportunities between
the United States of America and Zambia. In addition to activities associated with commerce and investment, the Zambia-USA Chamber of Commerce Inc also promotes, supports and advances social, cultural and overall educational activities. The chamber was founded in 2012.
_The Zambia-USA Chamber of Commerce Inc. believes that the most immediate opportunities for Zambian and American businesses fall under the following:
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"Zambia's central location, stable government, and abundance of natural resources make it an ideal investment destination." Invest In Africa series: ZambiaA panel of experts explore the opportunities and challenges associated with investing in Zambia. source: KPMGAfrica
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_Ease of Doing Business in Zambia Ranking
(source:The World Bank Group) Top 5 Investment Opportunities In Africa For 2012- Forbes After decades of slow growth, Africa has a real chance to follow in the footsteps of Asia - The Economist |
US-Zambia Bi-Lateral Trade Profile
(source: AGOA.info, US Department of Commerce) Best Countries for Business #56 Zambia - Forbes 12 Reasons to Invest in Africa - US News |
Zambia is a member of two of Africa's major regional markets. This dual membership places Zambia in a strategic position to take advantage of a trading incentives with many markets beyond its borders. Southern African Development Community (SADC) Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) |
Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA)
Zambia is eligible for incentives provided under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). Former U.S President Bill Clinton signed the AGOA into law on May 2000 as Title 1 of The Trade and Development Act of 2000. The Act provides tangible incentives for African countries to continue their efforts to open up their economies and build free markets. _ |
The Zambia-USA Chamber of Commerce Incorporated is registered in California USA and pursuant to section 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code**