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            I N T E R N A T I O N A L I S T       N E W S L E T T E R


                  Premier Issue            July-September 1995


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     A Quarterly Publication of Worldwide Information, Ideas, and Advice



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FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

I would like to take this time to welcome you to the premier edition of our publication.  In this edition and subsequent issues, we will bring you valuable (and sometimes even bizarre) information.

This first special issue is prepared and provided to serve as an introduction to our publication, as a courtesy to computer and modem users.

Please keep in mind that there is an open door for you to air your thoughts, suggestions and grievances (if any) in writing.  Enjoy!

Mr. Shannon Roxborough
Editor & Publisher
Internet: [e-mail]

ABOUT THE EDITOR: Shannon Roxborough, president of Detroit International Publishing, is an international consultant, writer & researcher.  He specializes in locating hard-to-find information on a global level.  He also distributes pre-paid calling cards for international travelers, and may be contacted by telephone at [phone].

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NEWS AND RESOURCES FROM AROUND THE WORLD

THE UNITED NATIONS is celebrating its 50th anniversary by offering gifts from around the world featuring the U.N. 50th Anniversary Logo.  To receive a copy of their product brochure, contact:

The United Nations, Fiftieth Anniversary Collection, United Nations Publications, Room DC2-853, New York, NY 10017 USA; Tel: [phone]; Fax: [phone]; E-mail: [e-mail] or United Nations Publications, Sales Office & Bookshop, CH-12111 Geneva 10,
Switzerland; Tel: [phone]; Fax: [phone].

HABITAT II, The Second United Nations Conference on Human Settlements will be held in June 1996 in Istanbul, Turkey.  The conference will be attended by representatives of the UN member governments, local authorities, non- governmental & community organizations, private companies, and youth & women's
caucuses.  For information, contact: Habitat II Secretariat, P.O. Box 30030, Nairobi, Kenya; Tel: [phone]; Fax: [phone].

GLOBAL EXPLORER CD-ROM MAPS allow you to explore cities, highways and natural terrain throughout the world on your personal computer.  For more information, contact: DeLorme Mapping, Lower Main Street, Box 298, Freeport, ME 04032 USA;
Tel: [phone]; Fax: [phone].

THE GLOBAL COMPANY HANDBOOK is a two volume book set that provides financial & historical information on 7500+ foreign companies.  The cost of the book is $395.  It is available from: Center for International Financial Analysis and Research, 211 College Road East, Princeton, New Jersey 08540 USA; Tel: (609)
520-9333; Fax: [phone]; Telex: 6716479.

WORLDWIDE GOVERNMENT REPORT is a biweekly newsletter which reports on events affecting government structures and personnel around the world.

WORLDWIDE GOVERNMENT DIRECTORY is an annual source book containing the names and addresses of government officials in every country in the world.  It also includes data on International Organizations and foreign embassies abroad.

Both publications are available from: Belmont Publications, 1454 Belmont St., NW, Washington, DC 20009 USA; Tel: [phone]; Fax: [phone]

TRAVEL CONFIDENTIAL is a monthly newsletter that lists special air
fares and discounted travel services for U.S. travelers.  For a free copy, call [phone].

EUROPEAN PROPERTY can be purchased through Sotheby's International Realty, 34-35 New Bond Street, London W1A 2AA, England; Tel [phone]; Fax: [phone].  And, also through members of the Federation of Overseas Property Developers, Agents and Consultants.
For information,contact: FOPDAC, P.O. Box 981, Brighton, Sussex 8N2 2FT, England, Tel: [phone], Fax [phone].

INTERNATIONAL EMPLOYMENT GAZETTE is a biweekly publication of worldwide job listings in virtually all fields of expertise.  Each issue lists more than 400 openings on six continents.  A 3-month trial subscription is US$35 in the U.S. ($45 outside the U.S.).  To order, send payment in U.S. funds or call to charge to your Visa, Mastercard or American Express.  Contact: International Employment Gazette, 220 N. Main St., Suite 100, Greenville, SC 29601 USA; Tel: [phone]; Fax: [phone].

EXPAT NETWORK LIMITED is an organization which distributes books and reports on working abroad, and publishes a newsletter of worldwide job listings. Contact them at: International House, 500 Purley Way, Croydon CR0 4NZ, England; Tel: [phone]; Fax: [phone].

AMERICAN ABROAD is a newsletter published by Kurt Wagner, a former U.S. diplomat, which covers the European Stock Market and other investments.  For a free sample copy, contact: American Abroad, Postfach 249, A-9500 Villach, Austria; Fax: [phone] or P.O. Box 22, Carbondale, IL 62903 USA.

INTERNATIONAL HERALD TRIBUNE is a global newspaper read by businessmen, politicians, and world travelers in over 160 countries.  For information about subscription rates or advertising or your nearest office, call: [phone] (US); [phone] (Canada); [phone] (elsewhere).

U.S FREQUENT FLIERS should definitely request a free sample copy of Inside Flyer, a newsletter on the subject.  Call [phone].

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL NEWS is a monthly magazine which covers all aspects of world travel.  For a free sample copy, write: ITN Send-A-Friend, Box 189490, Sacramento, California 95818 USA.

ASIA NOW is a weekly TV news magazine sponsored by KCTS - Hawaii, which covers social, economic and political happenings throughout the Asian continent.  The program airs around the world on various public TV stations. For scheduling, check your local listings.  Their e-mail address is: [e-mail].

WORLDWIDE ENGLISH NEWSPAPERS are available from an American distributor.  For a free brochure, write: Multinewspapers, Box 866, Dana Point, California 92629 USA.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE PUBLICATIONS (magazines & newspapers) may be obtained from: NORDIS, 6 Starbu Street, Riga, LV-1001, Latvia; Tel: [phone]; Fax: [phone].

THE INTERNATIONAL HARRY SCHULTZ LETTER provides advice and covers worldwide economic changes.  This newsletter is read in 91 countries, and is published by none other than Harry Schultz, The World's Highest-Paid Financial Consultant (Guiness Book of World Records).  For more information, contact: P.O. Box 622, CH-1001 Lausanne, Switzerland; Fax: [phone] (Belgium)

BUSINESS REPORTS for every country in the world are available from the Economist Intelligence Unit, a global provider of business information. The reports are costly, but packed with data on social, political and economic trends.  They cover risk assessments, investment opportunities, infrastructure, and other relevant matters.  For complete details, contact the office nearest you: Tel: [phone]; Fax: [phone] (U.S.A.), Tel: [phone]; Fax: [phone] (Great Britain); Tel [phone]; Fax [phone] (Hong Kong).

TRAVEL COMPANION EXCHANGE is the largest membership organization which matches world travelers with compatible travel partners.  For more information, contact: TCE, Box 833, Amityville, New York 11701 USA;
Tel [phone].

TRAVEL WARNINGS & CONSULAR INFORMATION SHEETS for every country are
issued by the U.S. Department of State.  Information sheets lists
conditions in crime, terrorism, health, unusual immigration practices,
civil unrest, political turmoil, and currency & entry regulations and
restrictions.  Connect to the State Department's BBS by dialing up
[phone] with your computer and modem.

THE BROADCAST INFORMATION SERVICE issues reports that summarize foreign
television and radio broadcasts by region, as compiled by the CIA.  For
more information, call [phone] (USA).

TAX-FREE EUROPEAN CARS may be bought at discount prices (not to be found after
exporting).  For information, write: Shipside Tax Free World on Wheels B.V.,
Shipside Buildings, Kruisweg 631, P.O. Box 430, 2130 AK Hoofddorp,
The  Netherlands, or telephone [phone] (USA). This company operates
showrooms and delivery centers at the international airports in Amsterdam and
Brussels, Belgium.  It offers a large selection of makes and models and will
furnish a free catalog upon request.

AFRICAN MAILING LISTS.  A listing of Internet/Bitnet mailing lists
that deal with or focus on African, African-American, African-Caribbean
or African-Latin issues may be obtained by sending an e-mail message to:
[e-mail]

SUITE WORLD MAGAZINE lists and illustrates vacation rental properties
around the world.  For more information, or to subscribe, contact the
publication at: 19 Eva Road, Suite 1511, Etobicoke, Ontario M9C 4W4,
Canada; Tel: [phone] (U.S. & Canada);
Fax: [phone].

INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC RELATIONS is a snap through the services of PR
Newswire, which can assist with business promotion via broadcast and
print media throughout the world.  For details, call: [phone];
[phone] (in the U.S.) and ask for the International Desk.

EXPAT WORLD NEWSLETTER, the monthly publication for international free-
spirited people, is offering a free 3-month trial subscription.  Fax your
address with request to: (65) 466-7006 (Singapore).

THE TRICKLE UP PROGRAM is an international non-profit organization
dedicated to helping poor entreprenuers start businesses worldwide.  The
group has assisted 250,000 people in 110 countries.  For details, contact
them at: 54 Riverside Drive, New York, NY 10024 USA; Tel: [phone];
Fax: [phone]; E-mail: [e-mail].

INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENT REPORTS for more than 100 countries are available
from KPMG Peat Marwick, who has offices worldwide.  For contact information
for the office nearest you, call their headquarters at [phone] (USA).

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INTERNATIONAL LEGAL TROUBLES: What you don't know can hurt you.

By Lance Frazer

Gene LePere, an American tourist, was irked.  While visiting the Turkish
coast, the daughter of art collector and philanthropist Joseph Hirshhorn
found herself being pestered by a vendor.  She finally paid US$20 for the
three small stone heads he was peddling just to get rid of him.  "What Gene
didn't know was that one of these heads was actually an antiquity", says
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (USA) attorney Richard Atkins, one of the founders
of the International Legal Defense Counsel (ILDC), a firm specializing in
international legal problems and in rescuing tourists and businessmen who have
violated laws of foreign countries.  "Gene was detained by Turkish
authorities as she tried to board her cruise ship.  They threw her into
prison, and her ship left without her".  LePere's bail was arranged 23 days
later, and she documented her experiences in the 1987 book Never Pass This
Way Again.

According to the U.S.   State Department, some 3,000 Americans (and untold
numbers of other nationals) each year encounter legal trouble abroad.  Many
cases are drug related, but some travelers simply run afoul of laws that would
be considered bizarre back home.  In Mexico, for instance, a young American
who was the only survivor in a car that had been rear-ended by a Mexican
driver was arrested upon arrival at the hospital, even though he had been
riding in the back seat. "Mexican police arrest everyone involved", says
Atkins, "just to make sure they get the right one, and it can take months to
sort things out".

In Greece, another tourist accidentally overcharged his Visa card by a few
hundred dollars.  After he had returned to his cruise ship, he found that his
overcharge had caused a fraud warrant to be issued for his arrest, and that he
was facing a prison sentence of as much as 12 years.

Occurrences like these are not uncommon, but don't panic.  It's not
necessary to resign yourself to another summer at home.  You simply need to be
aware of the pitfalls, and how to deal with problems should they arise.  The
best thing, of course, is to avoid foreign legal hassles in the first place.
Bruce Zagaris, a partner in the Washington, DC (USA), firm of Cameron &
Hornbostel advises: "Do your background reading beforehand.  Don't assume that
some other country does things the way they do them at home".  When you pick
out travel guides, he says, look for ones that explain the legal peculiarities
of your destination.  Above all, stay away from engaging in criminal activities
and avoid others who do.  Here are some common legal danger zones:

SHOPPING.  "Never purchase anything that could possibly be an antiquity", says
attorney Atkins.  "This is particularly applicable to Peru, Mexico, and
Mediterranean countries, where theft and selling of artifacts is big business,
and harsh laws have been developed to deal with the practice.  But the same
could be said almost anywhere".  Be wary, too, of buying wild animal
products such as fur, coral, and stuffed souvenirs.  Trouble starts when
travelers returning with animal products from, say, an African country try to
reenter the U.S. or Western Europe.  "They can be looking at confiscation as
a minimum penalty, with perhaps a heavy fine as well", says New York (USA)
attorney and ILDC partner Michael Griffith.  Ivory is a case in point.  To
stem the slaughter of African elephants, many countries are members of the
Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) in banning
ivory imports.  If you must buy an animal product, says Griffith, check with
your country's embassy or customs service.

CURRENCY EXCHANGE.  Many a traveler has been tempted by the blackmarket
huckster who offers high exchange rates.  Don't do it.  Go through the
official channels no matter how bad the exchange rate seems.  "It's really
stupid", says Griffith, "to risk a heavy fine to save an extra US$100 on your
vacation".  Buy traveler's checks in the foreign currency, or exchange your
cash at legitimate outlets like a bank or  exchange office.  Many African
nations in particular have state-controlled exchange rates and stiff
penalties for violations.

PRESCRIPTION DRUGS.  Travelers carrying prescription medications sometimes
tangle with customs officials searching for illegal drugs.  To avoid being
detained, prepare in advance.  Prescription-drug indictments have arisen in
Saudi Arabia, among other nations, says Theodore Simon, Philadelphia (USA)
attorney and ILDC cofounder, but seldom reach the courts.  "They're
usually resolved quickly, through a chemical analysis of the medication,
or the production of the original prescription.  I've never heard of anyone
being sent to prison in a prescription medicine case".  Simon recommends that
you carry a copy of your original prescription, and have the container labeled
with the generic name.  "Trade names are unreliable", he says, "because they
aren't recognized in every country".  Foreign authorities may not know what
Valium is, but they would recognize the generic name, diazepam".

PACKAGES.  And speaking of carrying things, your best motto may be, "Don't do
anybody any favors".  Newspaper headlines regularly detail the tribulations of
the dupe with the dope - the good-hearted soul who carries a package for an
acquaintance, only to land in prison when authorities find the parcel contains
weapons or narcotics.  One young American photographer in 1987 was duped into
transporting a package of cocaine from Chile to Spain, where he was
imprisoned.  Despite his established innocence and a personal plea from the
U.S. attorney general, it took almost two years to obtain his release.

IN JAIL.  And what if despite all precautions, you end up in jail?  You must
get a lawyer.  It's a common misconception that all you need do is contact
your embassy and all will be well.  In fact, a consuls powers are limited.
They can visit a national who has been imprisoned, they can provide
information about the country's legal system, and they can get in touch with
someone who can help.

According the the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Embassy can also supply a
list of foreign lawyers.  But Ted Simon, whose clients have included Michael
Fay, the American teenager who was caned in Singapore for vandalism, asserts
that it would be "foolhardy" to rely on that list.  The list offers no
recommendations, may be out-of-date, and does not reflect client complaints.
"The only criterion for being on that list, in fact, is to express a desire to
be on that list", Simon says.  The U.S. Government even issues a disclaimer
with it.  So what do you do?  Asking relatives or friends to find a lawyer
for you is your best bet.  "But they should do their homework", advises
Richard Atkins, "because there aren't many lawyers with experience and
background in international law, prison transfer, and so on.  Some attorneys
jump at the chance to fly abroad to handle a legal matter, but when they
get there, they may not be much help".

By this point, you might be tempted to unpack and resign yourself another
domestic vacation, instead of that exotic trip abroad.  "Don't", says Atkins.
Remember these are horror stories.  They're actually few and far between.
The great majority of people who travel do so without any legal problems.
With care, there's no reason to expect your trip to be otherwise".

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Lance Frazer, a freelance journalist based in Santa Rosa,
California (USA), writes frequently about legal matters.

RESOURCES (compiled by Shannon Roxborough, the editor)

International Legal Defense Counsel is a U.S. firm which specializes in
international legal issues.  They can arrange worldwide help and are a
comprehensive data source for civil and criminal laws around the globe.
In addition, they provide speakers and materials for seminars.  For more
details, contact: I.L.D.C., 111 South 15th Street, 24th Floor, Philadelphia,
PA 19102 USA; Tel: [phone]; Fax: [phone].

Inter-American Bar Association provides referrals to international law
member attorneys throughout North, Central and South America.  Contact them
at: 815 15th Street, N.W., Suite 921, Washington, DC 20005 USA; Tel: (202)
393-1217

Know Before You Go is a pamphlet which covers topics relating to bringing
items into the United States.  For a free copy, contact: Public Information
Office, U.S. Customs Service, P.O. Box 7407, Washington, DC 20044 USA.

U.S. Department of State publishes  "Tips for Travelers", which cover laws
and customs in the China, Russia, Mexico, the Caribbean, the Middle East,
Africa, and Central & South America.  The pamplets are US$1 to $1.25 each and
available from: GPO, Superintendent of Documents, P.O. Box 371954, Pittsburg,
PA 15250 USA; Tel: [phone].

Office of Citizen's Consular Services assist with international judicial
matters.  For assistance, contact: Bureau of Consular Affairs, U.S. Department
of State, 2201 C Street, N.W., Room 4817, Washington, DC 20520 USA; Tel: (202)
647-9018.

INTERNET RESOURCES  (World Wide Web Sites that relate to legal issues, ect.)

Yahoo-Law.  Stanford University offers a directory of Interne Services, called
Yahoo, that features over 13,000 entries.  Yahoo's law directory is one of the
most expansive listings on the Net. (http://akebono.stanford.edu/yahoo/Law/)

Cornell University Legal Information Institute.  This site is still a good
starting place for finding law on the Net. (http://www.law.cornell.edu/#net)

O'Reilly's Whole Internet Catalog Online.  An online version of the book,
"The Whole Internet Catalog", is offered as part of O'Reilly's "Global
Network Navigator".  Sources of legal information may be found under listings
for "Government" and "Business & Finance". (http://gnn.com/gnn/wic/index.html)

LAWLinks is a comprehensive collection of law materials put together by
Lexis Counsel Connect. (httl://www.counsel.com/lawlinks)

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CLASSIFIEDS
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word, per insertion.  Telephone numbers and hyphenated words count as two
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it with payment in U.S. funds to: Detroit International Publishing,
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Internationalist Newsletter does not verify the validity of advertisements
and reserves the right to reject any ads which are inappropriate or
blatantly fraudulent or illegal.

CONFIDENTIAL OFFSHORE FINANCIAL SERVICES.  For free info in the US & Canada, write: FEC Source 91/12-0695, 6992 N.W. 50th Street, Miami, Florida 33166 USA. Other areas contact: FEC Source 91/12-0695, Box 959, Centro Colon Tower-1007, San Jose, Costa Rica; Tel: [phone]; Fax: [phone].

FREE PRIVACY NEWSLETTER!  Covers financial and personal privacy issues.  For a
copy via e-mail, send a message to: [e-mail]

SYDNEY OLYMPICS 2000.  Whatever your requirements for accommodation (luxury
waterfront villa, city penthouse overlooking Sydney Harbour, hotel, private
home) we will arrange exactly what you want.   Also hire cars, limousines,
shopping, cleaning, ect..  Contact David Jones on (61) 2-264-9430 or fax
(61) 2-261-2886 (Australia).

INTERNATIONAL TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES.  Over 120 countries.  Catalog $3.
Send to: Arman Publishing, P.O. Box 785, Ormond Beach, Florida 32074 USA.

WANTED: Electronics accessories & office equipment to supply the West African
Coast.  Send information on products available to: Trust-Team International
Corporation, P.O. Box Oshodi, Lagos, Nigeria; Telex: 20202.

GERMAN INVESTIGATOR will take cases in Germany, Austria or Switzerland.
Write: Mr. Bodo Schonebeck, P.O. Box 4757, D-78512 Tuttlingen, Germany.

WE CLIMB MOUNTAINS - BIG ONES!  Mt. Everest (Nepal), Broad Peak (Pakistan) -
When you're ready for climbing, our world-renowned guides make it happen.  We
offer custom trips, Himilayan environmental treks, deluxe Kilimanjaro climbs,
safaris, and a U.S. Pacific Northwest alpine school. Contact: Mountain Madness,
[phone]; Fax [phone].

WORLD CONSTITUTION AND PARLIAMENT ASSOCIATION.  Working toward a world
government.  For details, contact: WCPA, 1480 Hoyt Street, Suite 31,
Lakewood, Colorado 80215 USA; Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone].

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