Editor’s note: The European Union is an important market for many U.S. businesses, and now firms must comply with new EU data protection requirements by May 25 or face penalties. […]
Author Archives: Trevor Williams
As managing editor of Global Atlanta, Trevor has spent 15+ years reporting on Atlanta’s ties with the world.
An avid traveler, he has undertaken trips to 30+ countries to uncover stories on the perils and promise of globalization.
A lifelong Bulldog, Trevor earned degrees from the University of Georgia in Magazine Journalism and Religion, with a minor in Chinese.
He is the father of three sons and editor of the book "Making Men: Five Steps to Growing Up."
Posted inBusiness, Trade
British Trade Commissioner: U.K. Laying Groundwork for Post-Brexit Trade Deal With U.S.
The United Kingdom may not be out of the European Union just yet, but that isn’t keeping the country from laying the groundwork for a future bilateral trade deal with the U.S. […]
Posted inAirport City, Business, Diplomacy
Taiwan Issue That Ensnared Delta Takes Off Again
Back in January, CNN reported that China’s government had scolded Delta Air Lines Inc. for listing Taiwan and Tibet as countries on its website. In a notice posted online by its civil […]
Posted inBusiness
Novelis Profits Jump Amid Volatile Year for Aluminum
Atlanta-based aluminum giant Novelis Inc. reported a banner year as higher prices helped the company’s balance sheet as it continued moving up the value chain. The Indian-owned company’s sales were […]
Posted inEducation
Liberian Scholarship Deadline Extended
The University Consortium for Liberia, an Atlanta-based group that promotes educational partnerships in the West African nation, has extended its annual scholarship application deadline through July. The previous deadline was […]
Posted inDiplomacy
With Farewell Approaching, Indian Consul General to Share Reflections at Two May Events
With his farewell to Atlanta approaching this summer, India’s second consul general in the city will be reflecting on his three years here at two upcoming events in the next […]
Posted inBusiness, Technology
FinTech South Set to Showcase Firms From Four Key Countries
FinTech South, a financial technology conference aiming to showcase the region’s heft in a fast-growing sector, is set to welcome the world next week in Atlanta. At least part of […]
Posted inTrade
Sen. Isakson Warming to Trump’s Trade Tactics
U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson, who has opposed many of President Donald Trump’s trade moves, seems to be coming around to his mercurial style at a pivotal time for the American […]
Posted inAlabama
Asia Conference in Atlanta Exposes Trade Tensions
The Symposium on Asia-U.S. Partnership Opportunities has carved out a niche as one of the South’s largest Asia conferences largely by convening constituencies to discuss how best to work together […]
Posted inTrade
U.S. Rep. Handel Urges ‘Surgical’ Tariff Approach Ahead of Trump Decision on Steel, Aluminum
On the eve of President Trump’s decision to grant another temporary reprieve for allies facing steel and aluminum tariffs, a Georgia congressional backer suggested he use a “surgical” approach that […]