Authorize port director's marketing travel to China
In Plain English
The port director wants to visit China to build business relationships with the Port of Zhoushan and attract Chinese car manufacturers. Richmond recently upgraded its automobile shipping facilities and hopes to become their entry point into the U.S. market. If approved, this travel could bring new shipping business to the port.
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