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Jason

@biz man

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American expat in Myanmar

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65

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About me

American

Lives in Yangon

Speaks English and basic Chinese

Registration: 25 December 2014

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8 years ago
Priscilla

Raising kids in Romania by Priscilla

Hello everyone, How is raising kids in Romania different from raising kids in your home country? What are the activities that your kids seem to enjoy the most in Romania? Do you feel that the country is "family-friendly"? Do you ...

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Hi - I actually lived in Romania with my kids for a while. But mostly I raised them in China. Every place has good and bad aspects. However, in terms of children activities, Romania is not to be confused with the US, Europe or even Shanghai. You ... Read More

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9 years ago

Arrived Yangon

BTW, I've now been here 4 times and am getting to know my way around. I like Yangon. Nice people. Quite interesting. Read More

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9 years ago

Arrived Yangon

Hi - This marks my third visit to Yangon. I'll be here a few weeks and often throughout the year. Seeking recommendations for interesting places to visit, restaurants to try, cultural events and ideas for traveling out of Yangon (but close) for ... Read More

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9 years ago
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Global Business Group by biz man

Hi Everyone - I am seeking feedback on the idea of starting a global business networking group. The get together would be for those interested in a career in international business as well as for those of us with extensive global business ...

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Business is defined as providing goods and services for a profit. Read More

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9 years ago
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Global Business Group by biz man

Hi Everyone - I am seeking feedback on the idea of starting a global business networking group. The get together would be for those interested in a career in international business as well as for those of us with extensive global business ...

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Hi Everyone - Thank you for your kind words of encouragement. I am glad to see that the idea is interesting to so many. Please continue to share your ideas. Read More

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9 years ago
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Global Business Group by biz man

Hi Everyone - I am seeking feedback on the idea of starting a global business networking group. The get together would be for those interested in a career in international business as well as for those of us with extensive global business ...

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Thank you Priscilla but at this point we are only exploring interest. It's always nice to see active Expat monitors... Read More

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9 years ago

Global Business Group

Hi Everyone - I am seeking feedback on the idea of starting a global business networking group. The get together would be for those interested in a career in international business as well as for those of us with extensive global business ... Read More

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9 years ago

arriving Sydney

Available until the October 24th. Read More

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9 years ago

arriving Sydney

Hi - I am arriving Sydney (first visit) next Thursday (Oct 20th) and am freed-up until the 14th. From the US and traveling on business but have extra time since my meeting got pushed back. Completely open to ideas, suggesting and meeting ... Read More

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9 years ago

Ideas of things to do in Taipei?

Hi - I just arrived Taipei and will be here until next Wednesday (Oct 19). I am looking forward to learning about ideas or suggestions for things to do until then. Open-minded and flexible. Best - J Read More

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9 years ago
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Driver's license by biz man

Hi - Can someone kindly explain the requirements and cost for a Romanian to obtain a driver's license. The applicant lives in Ploiesti but I'm assuming the rules are similar throughout the country. For example, does one have to first pass ...

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Confusion cleared. Thank you all... Read More

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9 years ago
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Driver's license by biz man

Hi - Can someone kindly explain the requirements and cost for a Romanian to obtain a driver's license. The applicant lives in Ploiesti but I'm assuming the rules are similar throughout the country. For example, does one have to first pass ...

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Dear Romaniac - When a Romanian wants to get a driver's license he/she goes to a driving school. Then what? Does the student study for the theoretical test or does the applicant first get behind a car and start driving with an instructor? What ... Read More

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9 years ago
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Driver's license by biz man

Hi - Can someone kindly explain the requirements and cost for a Romanian to obtain a driver's license. The applicant lives in Ploiesti but I'm assuming the rules are similar throughout the country. For example, does one have to first pass ...

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Hello Cheia - Thank you once again for responding. Your analogy is excellent as if your writing style. Of course, I get that the final exams come after the school and driving lessons have been completed. Simple stated, I am trying to understand ... Read More

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9 years ago
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Driver's license by biz man

Hi - Can someone kindly explain the requirements and cost for a Romanian to obtain a driver's license. The applicant lives in Ploiesti but I'm assuming the rules are similar throughout the country. For example, does one have to first pass ...

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Hi - please explain what comes first. Do you first take and pass a theory test or do you first take driving classes with a teacher on the road. Read More

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9 years ago

Driver's license

Hi - Can someone kindly explain the requirements and cost for a Romanian to obtain a driver's license. The applicant lives in Ploiesti but I'm assuming the rules are similar throughout the country. For example, does one have to first pass ... Read More

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10 years ago

English speaking community in Ploiesti?

Hi - Because expat doesn't have a Ploiesti community I am writing here. Is there an English speaking community in Ploiesti? Eng speaking schools or teachers? I would appreciate any help I can get. Thank you... - J Read More

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10 years ago

Kindergarten advice

Hi Everyone - Seeking advice on an English speaking kindengarten in Ploiesti for my 4 year old grandson. Can anyone guide me? Thank you so much... Read More

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10 years ago

Traveling to Singapore

Hi - Maing my first visit to Singapore next week. Any recommendations on a central walkable area to find a hotel? Would like to be in the middle somewhere. Similar to District 1 in HCMC or Wai Chan in HK. I'll also be making a day trip to ... Read More

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10 years ago

International Organizations

Thank you for teaching out to me. And good luck with your job search. Read More

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10 years ago

International Organizations

Yes, but I was hoping someone might be able to provide some clearer insight. I haven't yet visited the CR. Best... Read More

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10 years ago

International Organizations

Hi, does anyone know what well established international organizations maintain a presence in Prague? For example, the World Affairs Council, the Foreign Press Association or a humanitarian group. Thanks... Read More

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10 years ago

Hernia repair

I am currently living in Vietnam. I will go to Thailand Wed to visit a few hospitals and then Friday to Myanmar for 5 days and then back for the operation. Well, that's the plan. So I am looking for a hospital now. Read More

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10 years ago

Hernia repair

can you private message me Read More

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10 years ago

Hernia repair

Hi - Can anyone recommend a hospital of doctor for a hernia repair in Thailand? Read More

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10 years ago
Richard Loo

Expat blog HCM Sept monthly gathering Saturday 12nd September 2015 by Richard Loo

Hello friends, This month gathering will be held on a Saturday again . Details as follows: Date: 12/09/2015 SATURDAY Venue: Highland Coffee 181 Ham Nghi, , District 1 (opposite Ben ...

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See you then and there:) Read More

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10 years ago

Tay Ninh

Hi everyone - I'm reaching out to see if anyone has a business owner referral from Tay Ninh province. I'm considering the province for a project and am seeking to know a bit more about the business climate. Even hotel and restaurant ... Read More

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10 years ago
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Referral needed - Architect or graphic designer in HCM by biz man

Hi - I am writing from Ho Chi Minh City. I am hoping to have some luck with a referral to an architect or graphic designer. The responses to my Expat.com have not panned out and it is something I am taking responsibility for because of the time ...

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Hi Phil - Did you get my PM? Jason Read More

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10 years ago

Referral needed - Architect or graphic designer in HCM

Hi - I am writing from Ho Chi Minh City. I am hoping to have some luck with a referral to an architect or graphic designer. The responses to my Expat.com have not panned out and it is something I am taking responsibility for because of the time ... Read More

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10 years ago

referrals needed - Graphic designer, architect, Translator, Photragher

As long as the architect or graphic designer has experience, academically credentialed and speaks English and is immediately available, I am willing to consider them. Of course, there are countless photographers and translators. But, as I am sure ... Read More

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10 years ago

referrals needed - Graphic designer, architect, Translator, Photragher

Hi - Is it my imagination or are referrals hard to come by? I have been trying to find either a freelance architect or graphic designer who would be available for a short term project. I also need a photographer and a translator for a few weeks. I ... Read More

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11 years ago

need service apartment

Thanks everyone. I'm set. Best! Read More

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11 years ago

need service apartment

I'm returning to Bucharest around the middle of May and I need to rent a two bedroom service apartment in a safe area. Any suggestions? Read More

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11 years ago
swendig

Tailor to fix a suitcoat by swendig

Hi all, I am looking for a tailor that will repair/take in an existing suitcoat. I can find tons of people who want to sell me a new suit, but I just need someone to tailor my old one. Thanks much!!!

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I actually visited your tailor and agree ab their language skills and higher pricing. I had them make some items for me. OK - but not great, so I took the other stuff I needed done to Elegant Silk Tailoring at 105 Le Thanh Ton - they also have an ... Read More

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11 years ago
swendig

Tailor to fix a suitcoat by swendig

Hi all, I am looking for a tailor that will repair/take in an existing suitcoat. I can find tons of people who want to sell me a new suit, but I just need someone to tailor my old one. Thanks much!!!

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Doyou still have a good impression of the tailor? Read More

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11 years ago

Men's tailor

Seeking a tailor to make some shirts and a suit and so on. Any good tailor recommendations for mens clothes? Read More

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11 years ago
swendig

Tailor to fix a suitcoat by swendig

Hi all, I am looking for a tailor that will repair/take in an existing suitcoat. I can find tons of people who want to sell me a new suit, but I just need someone to tailor my old one. Thanks much!!!

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I will also check it out. Tks Read More

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11 years ago
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Headed to Cam Ranh by biz man

Headed to Cam Rahn next week for business meetings. Does anyone have any friends or business associates there? Seeking ideas, suggestions and referrals. Thanks :)

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Thanks, But I'm all set. Read More

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11 years ago
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Headed to Cam Ranh by biz man

Headed to Cam Rahn next week for business meetings. Does anyone have any friends or business associates there? Seeking ideas, suggestions and referrals. Thanks :)

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Hi Ralph - My biz partner and I arrive Cam Ranh 1:40 Tuesday and need to go from there to the Ministry of Forestry for Khanh Hoa to discuss bamboo within the region. We'll invite him to dinner and it's ab a 50% change he'd go. I ... Read More

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11 years ago

Coming to Nha Trang need translator and driver

Hi Everyone - I'll be in Nha Trang April 7th and 8th (maybe the 9th) for business meetings. Can anyone recommend a translator? Also, I'll need a car/driver but that's easier to arrange. Thank you so much:) Read More

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11 years ago

APS worker taking a package and moving to Nha Trang

Headed to Nha Trang next week for a few business meetings. Was there a few weeks ago. Nice place. Anyway, would you happen to know a translator who might be available? - Jason Read More

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11 years ago
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Headed to Cam Ranh by biz man

Headed to Cam Rahn next week for business meetings. Does anyone have any friends or business associates there? Seeking ideas, suggestions and referrals. Thanks :)

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Thanks for your response. Actually, I have a few business meeting there and in Nha Trang. Would you happen to know a translator who might be available for a few days? Tks Jason Read More

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11 years ago

Headed to Cam Ranh

Headed to Cam Rahn next week for business meetings. Does anyone have any friends or business associates there? Seeking ideas, suggestions and referrals. Thanks :) Read More

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11 years ago

car and driver

Hi - I am seeking a reference for hiring a car and driver on a daily basis. Thank you so much! Read More

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11 years ago

MacBook Air expert needed

I need to uninstall some stuff and really just need to figure out a bunch of things. I also want to make sure we're virus free. Set up for watching movies. Download music and so on. I'll be in Hanoi in about 3 weeks. If I can't find ... Read More

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11 years ago

MacBook Air expert needed

Are there any MacBook Air experts in HCMC? I need to uninstall some stuff and figure out how to work other things. I'm basically technology clueless. I'm flexible to meet where and when. Tks. Read More

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11 years ago

English teaching jobs in Vietnam

Hi Cassie - I have spoken with several foreign teachers. One is doing well and two others had their hours cut. The one doing well also landed some private teaching gigs. Your best opportunity is to show-up and pound the streets. The prospects are ... Read More

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11 years ago

Romanian language

Confused??? I thought she wrote to me about the job offering post for translation to Romania language? She doesn't speak Romanian? My daughter is in Ploiesti, Romania and I need someone to translate some documents. Anyway, that's fine. Read More

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11 years ago

Romanian language

Hi Pricilla - Are you from Romania? I do need someone to translate a letter I am writing. I stayed in Ploiesti for nineteen months. Are you looking for a job? What is your background? - Jason Read More

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11 years ago

Romanian language

Hi - Does anyone speak Romanian? I need someone to translate a few documents. Thanks, Jason Read More

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11 years ago

Establishing a 100% foreign owned enterprise

Hi - Arrived last week from USA with the idea of establishing a 100% foreign owned enterprise in VN. Seeking to make contact with anyone has recently going through the process. To the extent that every country has its own challenges, I'm ... Read More

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11 years ago

NFL playoffs

Go Green Bay! Go Colts! Read More

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11 years ago

NFL playoffs

Thank you so much. I was referred to another place buy it doesn't open until 8:00 - half time of the Indy game. Read More

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11 years ago

NFL playoffs

Can anyone advise me on how/where I can watch the NFL playoff games? Are they viewable through streaming? hans... Read More

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11 years ago
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service apartment by biz man

Hi - I'm in the US but arriving to HCM early January. Can someone recommend a nice service apartment available on a month-by-month basis. I prefer to be in the middle of things rather than further away? Also, what are the popular expat pubs. ...

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Thank you so much. I am looking at District 1. Hoping it wi=on't be too complicated to find a nice service apartment for month or two. Tks. Read More

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11 years ago
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service apartment by biz man

Hi - I'm in the US but arriving to HCM early January. Can someone recommend a nice service apartment available on a month-by-month basis. I prefer to be in the middle of things rather than further away? Also, what are the popular expat pubs. ...

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Hi Everyone - I am looking in District 1. tis Read More

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11 years ago
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service apartment by biz man

Hi - I'm in the US but arriving to HCM early January. Can someone recommend a nice service apartment available on a month-by-month basis. I prefer to be in the middle of things rather than further away? Also, what are the popular expat pubs. ...

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Thanks. Yes, I did. But there aren't any listings for service apartment. :| Read More

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11 years ago

service apartment

Hi - I'm in the US but arriving to HCM early January. Can someone recommend a nice service apartment available on a month-by-month basis. I prefer to be in the middle of things rather than further away? Also, what are the popular expat pubs. ... Read More

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11 years ago