Small and Medium Enterprises Sample Clauses

Small and Medium Enterprises. 1. The Parties, recognising the fundamental role of small and medium enterprises (hereinafter referred to as “SMEs”) in maintaining the dynamism of their respective national economies, shall cooperate in promoting close cooperation among SMEs as well as the relevant agencies of the Parties. 2. Such cooperation shall include: (a) establishing networking opportunities for SMEs of the Parties to facilitate collaboration and/or sharing of best practices, such as in the field of management skill development, technology transfers, product quality improvements, supply-chain linkages, information technology, access to financing as well as technical assistance; (b) facilitating the investment flows by Korean SMEs in the ASEAN Member Countries, and vice versa; and (c) encouraging their relevant agencies to discuss, cooperate and share information and experiences in the development of SMEs policy and programmes.

Small and Medium Enterprises. Recognising the important role of small and medium enterprises in maintaining the dynamism of their respective national economies, the Parties shall develop close cooperation between small and medium enterprises of the Member Countries of ASEAN and the Russian Federation. The Parties shall share their best practices and experiences aimed at developing cooperation between their small and medium enterprises in the field of technology, human resources and skills, financing and information.

Small and Medium Enterprises. The vast majority of companies in both the EU and Mexico are Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). Their business activities are diverse, as are their needs in various trade areas. At the same time, SMEs have fewer resources than large companies to overcome the challenges of trading internationally such as import and licensing requirements and the Agreement includes a chapter specifically addressing their needs. This agreement with Mexico is one of the first EU FTAs which includes a dedicated SME chapter, in line with the 2015 EU trade strategy "Trade for all". The provisions will require Mexico to provide a specific web site containing information that EU SMEs need to access the Mexican market, and vice versa. SME Contact Points on each side will work together to take into account the specific needs of SMEs and identify ways that they can take advantage of new opportunities in each market. EU SMEs will gain significantly from many of the more general provisions of the FTA. These provisions make doing business easier with Mexican partners when they export or import goods and services, invest or work together. Measures such as tariff elimination, simplified customs procedures and more compatible technical requirements are lowering export related costs per sold unit and allow SMEs with lower trade volumes to compete alongside larger companies on the Mexican market. This also enhances SMEs' ability to participate in supply chains, e-commerce, and public procurement and to provide services.

Small and Medium Enterprises. 1. The Parties recognise the fundamental role of SMEs in maintaining dynamism and enhancing competitiveness in the digital economy. 2. With a view towards enhancing trade and investment opportunities for SMEs in the digital economy, the Parties shall endeavour to: (a) exchange information and best practices in leveraging digital tools and technology to improve: (i) the capabilities and market reach of SMEs; and (ii) participation by SMEs in government procurement opportunities; (b) cooperate in other areas that could help SMEs adapt and thrive in the digital economy; (c) encourage participation by SMEs in online platforms and other mechanisms that could help SMEs link with international suppliers, buyers and other potential business partners; and (d) ▇▇▇▇▇▇ close cooperation on the digital economy between SMEs of the Parties.

Small and Medium Enterprises. Pursuant to Article 15.2 of the Basic Agreement, in the field referred to in subparagraph (c) of Article 15.1 of the Basic Agreement: (a) the areas of cooperation may include: (i) promotion of innovative activities of small and medium enterprises (hereinafter referred to in this Article as “SMEs”), including support for the creation, protection and exploitation of intellectual properties; (ii) strengthening management, competitiveness and technological capabilities of SMEs; (iii) human resource development; and (iv) other areas as may be agreed by the Parties; and (b) the forms of cooperation may include: (i) exchanging information on policies and best practices; (ii) encouraging exchanges of experts; (iii) providing training programs; (iv) organizing seminars and workshops; and (v) other forms as may be agreed by the Parties.

Small and Medium Enterprises. Co-operation in the Field of Small and Medium Enterprises The Parties, recognising the fundamental role of small and medium enterprises (hereinafter referred to in this Chapter as " SMEs") in maintaining the dynamism of their respective national economies, shall co-operate in promoting close co-operation between SMEs of the Parties.

Small and Medium Enterprises. Article 129. Co-operation In the Field of Small and Medium Enterprises

Small and Medium Enterprises. 1. The Parties recognise the fundamental role of SMEs in the Parties’ bilateral trade and investment relations and the opportunities digital trade may offer for such entities. 2. The Parties recognise the integral role of stakeholders, including businesses, in the Parties’ implementation of this Article. 3. With a view to enhance opportunities for SMEs to benefit from this agreement, the Parties shall endeavour to exchange information and best practices in leveraging digital tools and technology to improve SMEs’ participation in digital trade opportunities.

Small and Medium Enterprises. The Authority is committed to supporting the Government’s Small and Medium-sized Enterprise (SME) policy, and we want to encourage wider SME participation throughout our supply chain. Our goal is that 25% of the Authority’s spending should be spent with SMEs by 2022; this applies to the money which the Authority spends directly with SMEs and through the supply chain. The Authority uses the European Commission definition of SME.