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Disruption in China Ripples Across Global Supply Chains in April 2022

Supply Chain Matters

The authors of this report noted that manufacturing output fell at second-steepest rate since this survey began in early 2004. Reportedly, concerns surrounding inflation and the conflict in Ukraine further clouded the outlook for manufacturers. in March to 46.0 Panelists reportedly pointed to lengthened del ivery times.

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Doing Business in Poland

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The country joined NATO in 1999 and later became a member of the EU in 2004. Poland’s bordering countries include Belarus, Czech Republic, Germany, Lithuania, Russia, Slovakia and Ukraine. With 87 airports that have paved runways, Poland’s air infrastructure is more than adequate for freight shipments. state of Georgia.

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Doing Business in the Czech Republic

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The Czech Republic has 41 airports with paved runways, most of which can handle large freight planes. The government is looking for ways to encourage migration of qualified workers from nearby countries such as Slovakia and Ukraine. The Czech Republic has abundant rail tracks, making it easy to move goods by rail. Austria and Italy.