Governor Cuomo discussed his agenda: Combating climate change to protecting undocumented immigrants; Legalize adult use of recreational marijuana; Creating longer waiting periods for buying guns; Implementing congestion pricing to fund the city's crumbling subway system; and Ending vacancy decontrol, which allows landlords to remove certain apartments from rent-regulation protections when they become empty.

The Greater NY Chamber hosted a Holiday Networking Reception at BLT Steakhouse in the White Plains Ritz Carlton on Tuesday, December 4th. It was a well attended, closed out reception with Chamber members and local dignitaries. Shari Rosen-Ascher of County Executive George Latimer's office was on hand to recognize the Chamber and its many good works in Westchester

New York's apparel and fashion industries had an opportunity to build relationships with executives and leaders from those industries largest and most influential Turkish businesses. Representatives of leading brands and suppliers of Turkish apparel and fashion industry, including manufacturers responsible for supplying leading global brands were in attendance. The attendees are important players of Turkish apparel and fashion industry, which has an export value of $17 billion annually, and representing a range of sub-sectors, including womenwear, menswear, denim wear, maternity wear, sportswear / activewear and more.

Bronx Borough President, Ruben Diaz Jr. visited the Greater NY Chamber and reminded us that the Bronx is doing Great! He spoke about job development, economic growth, infrastructure and environmental improvements, new and affordable housing, and the importance of student mentoring. He also spoke about the significance of Fresh Direct staying in the Bronx and how many jobs were saved. Also in attendance was Marlene Citron, President of the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corp. which gives out millions of dollars in loans for business growth.

Hundreds of Nepalese American businesses/entrepreneurs and Nepal Government Official Representative along with H. E. Ambassador Dr. Arjun Karki (Nepali ambassadors to USA) presented at the 1st Nepalese American Business Conference/EXPO held successfully in conjunction with Greater New York Chamber of Commerce annual business fair on September 21, 2018 at New York Hilton Midtown organized by Nepalese American Foundation/Nepalese American Festival in association with Consulate General of Nepal New York.

When it opens in spring 2020, the Resort will feature more than 50 rides, shows and attractions, and will also include a 250-room LEGO® themed hotel from the outset, making it the ultimate multi-day LEGO experience. LEGOLAND® New York Resort is a unique outdoor theme park destination for kids ages 2-12 and their families. Currently under construction in Goshen, NY just over an hour from New York City, the 150-acre Resort will be the biggest ever built by Merlin Entertainments.

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