Officials in Maryland, Virginia and DC are hopping planes overseas, looking for investment dollars international companies. Their pitch: a vibrant workforce, a weak dollar, and close proximity to the nation's capital. Their challenges: congestion, high cost of living, and global economic turmoil. Kojo explores local initiatives to attract investment from Europe, Asia and Africa.
http://thekojonnamdishow.org/shows/2008-02-13/metro-washington-world-economy
Metro Washington in the World Economy
Listen Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2008 at 1:06 p.m. in EconomyGuests
Kwasi Holman
President and CEO, Prince George's County Economic Development Corporation
Pradeep Ganguly
Director, Montgomery County Department of Economic Development (MD)
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