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Executive Summary

Vision

Problem: Identification of Opportunities

Problem: Oversight and Advice

Problem: Introductions In-Country

Problem: Project Financing

Problem: In-Country Coordination

Problem: Corruption

International Competitive Intelligence Firm

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Executive Summary

RUSSTHAI logistic services are a broad base of information and services regarding imports, exports, critical resources, transportation, management, business opportunities, infrastructure projects, cultural data, and general services in country. Three major logistic service of the Company will be to

1) identify and qualify both government contacts and business entities,

2) identify and qualify projects, and

3) bringing together the correct government contacts, business entities and financial resources needed to successfully complete the targeted projects.

The Company has established relationships with key officials and leaders located in several countries in Eastern Europe and Asia.

1994 Bjorn Hammarback, RUSSTHAI's Executive Direrctor for International Business Development, was selected to be one of 150 business leaders to take part in the first ever Russian Conference on Trade and Development in Eastern Europe. This conference provided many contacts and associations with diplomatic officials from every country in Eastern Europe, as well as with leading Western business leaders doing business in the region.

Vision

Problem: Identification of Opportunities

The first major difficulty for businesses looking to expand their operations or markets overseas is the identification of real opportunities. The ability to continually search for projects in other countries is available to only the companies that have funds available for in-country personnel to travel to and locate those projects which may be suitable to the companyÍs plans, goals and financial resources. RUSSTHAI International has developed an extensive network of in-country contacts which research viable and profitable opportunities in a variety of business sectors. These in-country contacts range from business leaders to Ministry level positions within the government. RUSSTHAI is constantly receiving information about upcoming projects and market research reports in many countries, which it then is able to evaluate against a set criteria. This information is then made available to any clients interested.

Problem: Oversight and Advice

One of the most important determinations outside of evaluating the project itself, is to determine whether the political and economic environment is conducive to the proposed project. Intervening factors such as civil war, political and constitutional disputes, high inflation, bad government credit, lack of supporting industries and political protection of investment are all very important in making a decision to proceed. This needed information may not always be readily available to the company. RUSSTHAI will utilize its various contacts inside the western community and in the country itself to make a determination of all these factors. RUSSTHAI is composed of experts in the fields of financing, political science, international affairs, technical expertise (such as engineering), construction management, and economics. Using these sources of information, RUSSTHAI is in a unique position of analyzing up to the minute information on political and economic problems and advances. Combining the information and the expertise in one source, RUSSTHAI can provide its clients with the best informed opinions on all pertinent matters to engaging projects in foreign markets.

Problem: Introductions In-Country

Once the decision has been made to pursue a particular project, the next step in successful participation in a project is having introductions to the appropriate foreign officials. One of the many problems experienced by companies is finding out who the decision makers are, and a further complication arises by not being able to be received by those same individuals. Through its previous work and associations in the various countries, RUSSTHAI can make an analysis of who in government and business can assist in concluding discussions and negotiations for the project. RUSSTHAI has identified a few particular individuals who have proven their ability to properly advise on who to see, and to make appointments with those officials. This degree of access can eliminate months, sometimes years of red tape (and the wasted resources behind that time delay), and turn a project around.

Problem: Project Financing

Once the needed approvals have been given, many projects are delayed due to difficulties in finding sources of finance. Two avenues need to be considered here. The first view is locating financing for the project itself, whether through multi-lateral sources, bank financing, or good faith sovereign guarantees. The second view is financing a project through the resources of the company itself. RUSSTHAI can assist with both of these. RUSSTHAI has developed networks to most of the multi-lateral funding sources, as well as with different governmental organizations. Working with these sources, RUSSTHAI can assist in the process of obtaining financing or insurance for projects. Many companies want to invest their own money into projects for ownership. This requires significant revenues, but is attractive to long-term investment and can be achieved through stock offerings or joint ventures. RUSSTHAI can assist in developing sources for the long-term investment. An additional benefit to working with RUSSTHAI on a project is the credibility added to the project with RUSSTHAI oversight and participation. For a company working on its first project in East Europe/South East Asia, the chances of obtaining long-term financing may be increased by having the seasoned and informed experience of RUSSTHAI on its side.

Problem: In-Country Coordination

The success of a project may depend on the ability to overcome the many and inevitable obstacles which occur in projects of any type. Coordination between government and technical officials in the country is critical for timely completion of the project. Knowing these individuals is essential. Utilizing RUSSTHAI as a resource and link with the officials in-country can alleviate costly time delays and red tape. RUSSTHAI can also provide contacts with nationals for needed technical and cultural assistance that is secure and reliable. Few companies can offer the depth of services and the cost saving measures associated with commercial projects internationally as RUSSTHAI.

Problem: Corruption

A highly publicized and frequently discussed topic among those involved in overseas projects is the problem with corruption. Many companies experience it, but few handle it well. Many companies that have given into the easy nature of paying bribes have frequently found their investment all for naught. Corruption generally exists at the mid-management level. The bribes are usually to take a company to the next level, which may or may not be the actual decision making level. In many cases, RUSSTHAI can advise companies on how to avoid this pitfall. The RUSSTHAI approach is to identify the necessary officials and providing access to the decision making level from the beginning. However, in the event a company is approached, RUSSTHAI can advise a company on how to deal with the problem. RUSSTHAI will caution against engaging in such practices for two reasons: first, the payoff rarely gets you what is promised; second, it is a violation of the Law, and may also be against local regulations. RUSSTHAI will assist in traversing these troubled waters.

This briefly outlines the efforts and capabilities of the Company. For more information concerning the Company, please contact:

Bjorn Hammarback
Tel. +46 8 6369971, Fax. +46 8 6369048
e-mail: Bjorn Hammarback

International Competitive Intelligence Firm; specializing in Eastern and Central Europe.

RussThai Consulting Co., Ltd., is engaged in research and analysis necessary for capital syndication due-diligence. The company is engaged in information processing, analysis training, strategic studies, monetary policy, laws, regulations, taxes and risk assessment and analysis.

In addition the company provides assistance in preparing:

Capital Search and Syndication Documents

Business Plans

Pre-Investment Analysis

Contract Drafting and Negotiation

Feasibility Studies

Marketing Studies

Due-Diligence

The company also offers products and services in the following areas:

1) Developing strategic studies and country risk assessments which prepare the client for the hazards of doing business in Russia, the CIS-NIS, and Eastern Europe and acquaints them with the potential rewards.
2) Accessing the vast amount of business, economic and political information available through the Internet and other electronic means. RussThai stands ready to provide the information based on client needs and assist its clients in developing their own information collecting capability through consultation and training.
3) Basic and advanced training in all aspects of competitive intelligence analysis and the process of turning information into useful knowledge.

"RussThai's www to Russia", focuses on situation updates on geopolitical and economic developments throughout the fifteen republics of the former Soviet Union. The area reports contain updates on the current situation and assessments of future activity (not just a re-cap). Assessments of specific areas on a monthly or weekly basis can also be tailored to client needs.

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