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  • LEARN CHINESE 学习中文

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    Did you know?

    The Chinese names of other countries were mostly derived by phonetically translating the Western names into similar sounding Chinese characters.

    However, some countries were aptly graced with flattering translated names such as the following:

    • United States [ Měi Guó ] / “Beautiful Country
    • United Kingdom [ Yīng Guó ] / “Hero Country
    • France [ Fà Guó ] / “Lawful Country
    • Japan [ Rì Běn ] / “Sun’s Origin” (hence “Land of the Rising Sun”)
    • Thailand [ Tài Guó ] / “Peaceful Country
    • Germany [ Dé Guó ] / “Virtuous Country
  • New China overseas investments rules

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    As of 8 May 2014, Chinese companies will find it easier to invest in countries abroad – especially in the US – thanks to the latest Outbound Investment Project Approval & Filing Regulation approved by China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC).

    This means Chinese projects abroad with investments less than $1 billion in non-restricted sectors no longer need NDRC approvals, and only have to register with the NDRC, who then issues a filing acceptance in 7 business days.1

    However, large and massive land development projects fall under a restricted category, as do deals above $1 billion – requiring them to still obtain approval from the NDRC. Overseas projects worth over $2 billion need approvals from China’s State Council, along with a recommendation from the NDRC.

    China’s relaxation in overseas investment rules is in tandem with its “go global” investment strategy and reform agenda, promising to free up the market by simplifying administrative controls.

    China’s global outbound foreign direct investment increased by 30% to nearly $100 billion in 2013 – of which $14 billion was invested in the US alone.2

    Sources: 1. Reuters 2. China Daily

  • Jeremy Rifkin on why we need the Third Industrial Revolution now more than ever

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    Jeremy Rifkin is looking towards a green future, with considerable changes in terms of energy and communication. He states that by 2050 there will be no more need for fossil fuels or nuclear power, thanks to a green electricity internet, consisting of a network of buildings which produce energy from renewable resources, allowing to share, buy or sell energy among each other. In his recent writing concerning “The Third Industrial Revolution,” he highlights how the combination of new communication tools and renewable energies could lead to a financial disruption and a new societal system. This topic was the subject of his speech. “BUILDING HUMANITY,” at the 65th FIABCI World Congress. 

  • Learn Greek or discover our Culture … .greekhouse.gr

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    16.06 – 04.07 or 07.07 – 25.07 (€540 for 60h)

    * Private lessons available for all ages

    * Preparation for the Certificate of Attainment in Greek

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    * If you wish to make a lecture, an art exhibition, a cultural

    or a social event, a large room and a nice courtyard are available for you !!!

    (for previous events see the section Cultural Events)

  • Outcomes from MIPIM’s 2014 RE-Invest Summit reveal “Upswing”

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    During MIPIM 2014,  top decision makers from pension funds, insurance funds, investment firms, sovereign wealth funds, and institutional investors, gathered together to challenge the current trends within the Real Estate Asset Management industry and to predict its future movement.

    Among the 30 institutions from 15 countries that attended RE-Invest 2014 were GIC Real Estate, Kuwait Investment Authority, State Oil Fund of Azerbaijan, Employees Provident Fund (Malaysia), Employees Retirement System of Texas, PSB Investment (Canada), Royal Mail Pensions (UK), and UTIMCO (USA).

    The KPMG Survey from RE-Invest 2014 revealed that investment in real estate is on theupswing. Real estate may well be on its way to emerging as a stand-alone major
    asset class in a diversified portfolio, as investors are now seeking to reduce their exposure to traditional portfolios comprising of only bonds and equities.

    Surprisingly, investors’ preference for how to invest changed dramatically from last year;81% now prefer direct holdings/separate account mandates, up from 41% last year. In addition, investors preference for club f

  • VISA – European Union

    You can buy a house or to invest more than 250.000€.

    ·         Is very important for the people who wants visa for him and his family there is a new developmentally law with kod. 4146/2013 that says, anyone who wants to invest in Greece, for foreign nationals from outside the EU, will buy into a business or propertyworth more than 250.000  or proceed to lease comparable value can have immediate issuance of visas for 5 years or in case of strategic investors duration of visa can be extended to 10 years.The process regarding investments in enterprises provides that whoever makes such a purchase will receive a “gift” permits for himself and his family or his (10) employees, which will be updated as long as the investment involved.

  • Cultural centers in Athens, Beijing to boost ties: officials

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    Cultural centers in Athens, Beijing to boost ties: officials

    2014-05-07 02:06:44 GMT2014-05-07 10:06:44(Beijing Time)  Xinhua English

    ATHENS, May 6 (Xinhua) — The creation of cultural centers in Athens and Beijing would further boost cooperation between Greece and China, officials said Tuesday.

    “We put as primary goal the creation of the Greek House of Culture in Beijing, while China prepares to establish a Centre of Chinese Culture in Athens,” Greek Culture Minister Panos Panagiotopoulos told a press conference held in the Museum of Acropolis.

    Athens’ plan is part of a wider program regarding the reconstruction of the Greek Foundation of Culture and its branches to major countries of the world, the Greek official explained.

    The aim is to turn the Foundation into a strong institutional pillar of cultural diplomacy for Greece by promoting the accomplishments of Greek culture all over the globe.

    In this context Greece and China will further deepen and expand their cooperation in this sector.

    Chinese Ambassador to Greece Zou Xiaoli said during the press conference that “Greece is considered among the good and important friends of China. Since now, we have developed cooperation of strategic importance in boosting the economies.”

    “We should enhance also our cultural exchanges in art foundations, research centers, museums, universities, and other institutions,” said the ambassador.

    Talks between Greek Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Evangelos Venizelos and visiting Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Wang Chao this week included the details for the creation of the cultural center in Athens in the next months, the Ambassador said.

  • Social media fuels Chinese overseas real estate purchases

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    – For some Chinese investors, the first step to purchasing millions of dollars in property on the other side of the globe is a lot like ordering a new t-shirt online – search and click.

    Social media is the catalyst, connecting Chinese buyers and overseas agents. At least one prospective buyer entrusted an agent with $100 million to invest in residential housing. Others bought houses in Houston or plots of land in Colorado, sight unseen, according to real estate agents.

    source: – (Reuters)