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'We benefit from online government services'
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Liu Fuzhong
IT was hard not to miss the joy that radiated from Y S Chiang, chairman of the Taiwan Merchants Association of Shenzhen, as he addressed the opening ceremony of a new processing and original equipment manufacturing business website (www.oemcn.com).
The business website, for processing and OEM companies, was developed by Shenzhen Processing Trade E-commerce Company to provide logistics, trading and regulatory information services.
"For Taiwan-funded businesses here in SZ, the website offers information services they have longed for," he said.
The website, at www.oemcn.com, offers linkage to related government departments, putting all important paperwork online.
"I believe the local government has made a commitment to providing top-quality services to processing and original equipment manufacturers (OEM) in the region. Taiwan-funded companies, of which there are now 3,840 in the city, will benefit from the new online government service," he said.
According to Y S Chiang, it has always been an important issue for Taiwan-funded companies to keep updated with local regulations. "For example, Taiwanese companies are especially happy that many of the Customs procedures can now be performed online. It saves time, energy and improves efficiency," Chiang said.
With improved information support, Taiwanese companies are able to upgrade their supply chain management globally and streamline business processes.
Chiang noted that after many years of operation in the mainland, Taiwanese companies have participated in local economic development. They face same problems as local companies, yet will thrive with increased local support.
As chairman of the association, Chiang spends much of his time helping his fellow Taiwanese business people understand local laws, regulations and the latest business information.
After 11 years of successful business operation on the mainland, Chiang well understands the importance of economic integration of both sides of the Straits.
"In my capacity, I will do my best to facilitate economic exchanges between the mainland and Taiwan, which will translate into progress in the reunification process," Chiang said.
Taiwanese companies hold a total investment of US$4 billion in Shenzhen.
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