November

Developing International Partnerships Through Robotics: Waiakea High School student robotics participants are developing relationships with students from fifteen nations around the globe at the Ritsumekian Senior High School "Rits Super Science Fair 2009." With science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) at the core of this gathering, the fair provides Hawai`i students with an opportunity to share knowledge while building ties to other countries.
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Hawai`i-China Clean Energy Partnerships
China's Emerging Outbound Visitor Market – Opportunities for Hawai`i
Promoting Hawai`i Exports
Strengthening International Partnerships in the Global Economy
China Trip in the News
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China Trip Bolsters International Ties: Governor Lingle's trip to China has focused on building on the State's strategic efforts to strengthen Hawai`i's economic base by tapping China's growing outbound tourism market as well as developing opportunities and partnerships in clean energy and international trade.
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Honoring Hawai`i's Innovators: Celebrating the achievements of individuals and organizations that have developed innovative solutions to challenges, invented and implemented new technologies with worldwide applications, and contributed to the long-term economic well-being of the state, Governor Lingle recognized three recipients of the Governor's Innovation Awards.
Encouraging Travel to Hawai`i: During meetings in Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong, the Governor focused on maximizing opportunities for Chinese tourists to travel to Hawai`i. Her discussions with key Chinese and U.S. officials centered on two critical areas – expediting the application process for Chinese visitors traveling to the U.S. and preparing for the first nonstop scheduled airline service from China to Hawai`i, which is expected to begin early next year.
Developing Clean Energy Partnerships: Governor Lingle and DBEDT Director Ted Liu met with Chairman Xu Kuangdi of the China Academy of Engineering and noted clean energy leader Zhou Fengqi to discuss and exchange ideas on renewable energy and energy efficiency from Hawai`i and China's perspectives.
Promoting Hawai`i Products and Services: Governor Lingle met with the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) office of China Import Product Solicitation and Promotion System to discuss the 'Hawai`i House' program MOFCOM is launching to promote Hawai`i products to Chinese consumers.
Strengthening International Ties: Building on Hawai`i's ties to China, Governor Lingle met with Madam Li Xiaolin, vice president of the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC).
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DOT Breaks Ground on North Kahana Stream Bridge Project: The state Department of Transportation (DOT) and Kaikor Construction Company, Inc. joined the Kahana community to celebrate the groundbreaking of the North Kahana Stream Bridge Replacement Project.
Governor Releases $75M for Public Schools Statewide: Governor Lingle released $75 million to the Department of Education for capital improvements at public schools statewide. The funds were appropriated by the Legislature this past legislative session for building and campus facility improvements, repairs and maintenance at Hawai`i public schools.
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Maximizing Opportunities for China - Hawai`i Travel: As part of the Administration's focus on maximizing opportunities for Chinese tourists to travel to Hawai`i, Governor Lingle met with key China travel leaders this week.
China, Hawai`i Partner to Achieve Clean Energy Future: As the State of Hawai`i continues to distinguish itself as a world leader in clean energy, Governor Lingle met with clean energy experts in China to exchange ideas on partnerships in renewable energy development and energy efficiency.
Governor Targets Chinese Market for Hawai`i Products: Throughout Governor Lingle's travel in China, Hawai`i products and services were at the heart of discussions with key business leaders to expand trade opportunities between Hawai`i and China.
Developing and Strengthening Asia-Pacific Ties: Building on the relationships between Hawai`i and its sister provinces in China, Governor Linda Lingle explored new opportunities for partnerships and continued close ties with Hawai`i's Asia-Pacific neighbors.
Hainan Gov MOU DBEDT REVISED.pdf
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Public Safety - Transportation Partnership is "Win-Win" for State: The Department of Public Safety's Hawai`i Correctional Industries (HCI) continues to implement innovative solutions that allow inmates to learn job skills, while providing the Department of Transportation with labor at a cost savings.
$203 Million to Improve UH Campuses Statewide: Governor Lingle released over the last quarter over $200 million for renovations and new construction at University of Hawai`i campuses statewide. The projects include improvements to the Campus Center at University of Hawai`i at Manoa and the Student Services Building at UH-Hilo, a new Hawaiian Language building at UH-Hilo, and a new Cancer Research Center at the UH School of Medicine in Kaka`ako.
First Family Moving into Kaua`i Subdivision: The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) turned over the first home this month in the 172-unit Pi`ilani Mai Ke Kai affordable residential subdivision in Anahola, Kaua`i.
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Hawai`i to Host 2011 APEC Leaders Meeting: Governor Lingle welcomed President Obama's announcement that Hawai`i has been selected to host the 2011 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders Meeting. This selection affirms Hawai`i's strategic role as a leader in the Asia-Pacific region, and will help build a stronger economic foundation for Hawai`i's future.
Governor Announces Plan to Restore Class Time for Students: In order to ensure there is no classroom time lost for the period of January 1, 2010 and June 30, 2011, Governor Lingle announced a plan to restore 27 Fridays of class time over the next year-and-a-half.
PLAN TO GET CHILDREN BACK TO CLASS
Governor's China Trip Provides Boost to Tourism, Hawai`i Exports: Following a successful six-city tour of China, Governor Lingle held a special news conference to share highlights from her trip.
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School-Based H1N1 Vaccination Clinics Underway: The State Department of Health (DOH) has begun a statewide program to administer the 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine to Hawai`i's schoolchildren. Thousands of Hawai`i elementary and middle school students whose parents signed and returned consent forms will receive their free H1N1 flu vaccine through this program.
State Hosts Suicide Prevention Conference: As part of an ongoing collaborative effort to address a major public health challenge in the state, the State Department of Health this week sponsored the third annual statewide Survivors of Suicide conference, Prevent Suicide: Survivors and Community Partners in Action.
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Governor Releases $8.8 Million for Energy Efficiency Improvements: As part of the Lingle-Aiona Administration's efforts to lead by example in the pursuit of its clean energy goals, Governor Lingle this month released $8.8 million for energy efficiency improvements at public libraries, state health centers and Department of Health facilities, state parks and Hawai`i Army National Guard Buildings.
New Cargo Facility at Hilo International Airport Breaks Ground: State Department of Transportation (DOT) officials broke ground this month on a new Hold Cargo and Light Industrial Building at Hilo International Airport. The new 60,000 square-foot, steel-framed cargo building will be used to accommodate the delivery and transport of goods into Hilo.
VEX, FIRST Lego League Championships Highlight Hawai'i STEM Education: Hawai'i students are gearing up for the second annual VEX Robotics Pan-Pacific Championships (Dec. 3 – 5), which will feature Middle school and high school students from Hawai'i, the U.S. Mainland and China at Hawai‘i Convention Center.
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DLNR Installs Signs for Kahekili Herbivore Fisheries Management Area: The Department of Land and Natural Resources this month installed signs to mark the new Kahekili Herbivore Fisheries Management area at north Ka`anapali. Department aquatic biologists are continuing their educational outreach to the public, land owners and resort operations about adhering to new rules for this area.
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Hawai`i Securities Commissioner Named to Leadership Role in National Association: Hawai`i Securities Commissioner Tung Chan has been named the chair of the Investor Education Section of the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA), a cabinet position appointed by the Board of Directors of NASAA.
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DLIR Awarded $1.2 Million for State Labor Market: The State Department of Labor and Industrial Relations (DLIR) has been awarded $1.24 million in a competitive grant authorized by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. The grant was awarded under the State labor market improvement grants that will be administered by the U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration.
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DOT, MADD "Tie One On For Safety": The state Department of Transportation's Highways and Airports Divisions partnered this week with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) on a safety awareness campaign called "Tie One On For Safety."
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Governor, Lt. Governor Kick Off "Season of Giving": Governor Lingle and Lt. Governor Aiona kicked-off the season of giving at the launch of the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle donation drive.
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State continues H1N1 Vaccination clinics Statewide: As part of the Lingle-Aiona Administration's continuing efforts to protect Hawai`i residents against the spread of seasonal and H1N1 influenza, the State Department of Health is continuing to provide immunization clinics at schools statewide.

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