Thank you, my friend and colleague, Chair Lewis, for that warm introduction. It is indeed a pleasure to be here at the EXIM Annual Conference. The range of topics you are discussing at this conference – from clean energy technologies to global infrastructure, from small business financing to semiconductors and transformational exports – reflect the …
Readout of Secretary Raimondo’s Meeting with President Samia Suluhu Hassan of the United Republic of Tanzania
Today, Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo met with President Samia Suluhu Hassan of the United Republic of Tanzania at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit. During their meeting, Secretary Raimondo and President Samia shared progress and updates on a U.S.-Tanzania roadmap for cooperation that will help to create an enabling environment for increased two-way trade and investment …
Statement from Secretary Raimondo on the European Commission’s Release of Draft Adequacy Decision Regarding the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework
Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo released the following statement following the European Commission’s release of its draft adequacy decision regarding the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework: “The United States welcomes the European Commission’s release of its draft adequacy decision regarding the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF). The draft adequacy decision represents a critical next …
Biden-Harris Administration Announces Millions in New Philanthropic Commitments Aligned to Puerto Rico Economic Dialogue
A network of foundations is coming together to align historic investments in Puerto Rico in parallel to the Biden-Harris Administration’s Puerto Rico Economic Dialogue. These commitments will support capacity building in local municipios, promote arts and culture, bolster renewable energy, and ensure sustainable agriculture. Committing organizations include: Ford Foundation, Filantropia Puerto Rico, PolicyLink, the Communities First Infrastructure Alliance, …
Readout of Deputy Secretary Graves’ Meeting with Trade Minister Jean Lucien Bussa Tongba of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Today, Deputy Secretary of Commerce Don Graves and Assistant Secretary for Industry and Analysis Grant Harris met with Trade Minister Jean Lucien Bussa Tongba of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) at the U.S.-Africa Business Forum. The leaders discussed the DRC’s engagement with the United States on agro-processing, logistics, critical minerals, and mining reforms, …
Customs and Trade Law Weekly Snapshot
Here is a recap of the latest customs and international trade law news: United States Department of Commerce (DOC) The U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) determines that certain lemon juice from Brazil is being, or is likely to be, sold in the United States at less than fair value. DOC conducted …
Readout of Secretary Raimondo’s Meeting with Prime Minster Patrick Achi of Côte d’Ivoire
Yesterday at the U.S.-Africa Business Forum, Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo met with Prime Minster Patrick Achi of Côte d’Ivoire. During the meeting, Secretary Raimondo expressed the United States’ support for Côte d’Ivoire’s National Development Plan (PND), which lays out Côte d’Ivoire’s strategy to promote increased trade and investment. The Secretary welcomed the potential for the …
The Race to Build the 'Yellowstone' Universe
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Department of Commerce Sets Deadlines for Certifications in Solar Panels Anti-Circumvention Case Regarding Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam
On December 8, 2022, the Department of Commerce published its anti-circumvention preliminary determination with respect to the four Southeast Asian countries named above. The publication of the preliminary determination triggers the effective date of the certification process for importers to obtain exemptions from antidumping and/or countervailing duties for imports of solar panels. Any entity which …
BIS Adds 24 New Entities and Removes One from Entity List and Extends Deadline for Comments to New Semiconductor Rules
Main Entrance Herbert Hoover Building Commerce Department 14th Street Washington DC. Building completed in 1932. Across from the White House, Commerce has multiple departments. BIS Adds 24 New Entities and Removes One from Entity List On December 8, 2022, the Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (“BIS”) issued a notice in the Federal …