The 18th Annual International Franchise Expo (IFE)

US Ambassador James Keith (fifth from left)with various delegates from Malaysian government and private sectors who are headed to the 18th Annual International Franchise Expo (IFE 2009). Mr Nasir Abbasi, chief of the FCS is on the far left.

The U.S. Commercial Service (FSC) in U.S. Embassy Malaysia will be leading a business delegation to IFE from March 20-22, 2009, in Washington, D.C.  IFE is the world’s premiere franchise exhibition showcasing hundreds of franchise concepts covering numerous market sectors.  This year’s delegation consists of current franchisors and franchisees and potential franchise investors, and Malaysian government officials. This business delegation will help expand the excellent commercial ties between the United States and Malaysia.