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ND Global News - October 2018
Newsletter of the U.S. Commercial Service in Fargo, North Dakota

LOCAL NEWS AND EVENTS
- International Market Research Seminar in Fargo
- Local Export Success - Haybuster Busting Bales and Boards Globally
- Local Farmers and Manufacturers React to New Trade Deal
- North Dakota Congressional Delegates Release Statements on USMCA
- Intellectual Property Rights Seminar to be Held in Minneapolis

NATIONAL / INTERNATIONAL NEWS AND EVENTS
- US Trade Representatives Beginning Talks on New Trade Deals with EU, UK and Japan
- Energy Team Releases October Newsletter
- Discover Global Markets: Indo-Pacific Offered for Defense and Aerospace
- EU and Vietnam Pushing for Approval of Trade Deal
- US to Withdraw from Postal Treaty

WEBINARS
- Aerospace and Defense in Australia Webinar Offered
- Central Europe Education Webinar
- Webinar to Improve Transit of US LNG to Panama
- Doing Business in Chile Webinar
- Trade Winds Webinar Offered for Indo-Pacific Region

LOCAL NEWS AND EVENTS

International Market Research Seminar in Fargo
The US Commercial Service held an International Market Research Seminar in Fargo on September 27th. There were 27 participants who got a rapid fire review of over 50 websites, along with a panel discussion from experienced exporters who have effectively used market research in their export expansion efforts. For more information, click here. 

Local Export Success - Haybuster Busting Bales and Boards Globally
After participating in several programs supported by the U.S. Commercial Service, Haybuster and Duratech Industries, based in Jamestown, ND, were able to secure sales in two new overseas markets. For more details, click here.

(L-R) Representative Kevin Cramer, Senator Heidi Heitkamp, and Senator John Hoeven

North Dakota Congressional Delegates Release Statements on USMCA
The North Dakota Congressional Delegation each released their own statements on the trade deal reached between the US, Mexico, and Canada. The agreement, meant to modernize NAFTA, addresses issues with US poultry, eggs, and dairy; and eliminates the downgrading of US wheat when entering Canada. In addition, the trade deal gives protection to intellectual/digital property. Senator John Hoeven's statement can be found here, Senator Heidi Heitkamp's statement can be found here, and Representative Kevin Cramer's statement can be found here. 

Local Farmers and Manufacturers React to New Trade Deal
Farmers and manufacturers from the Red River Valley reacted to the new USMCA trade deal. Some of the beneficiaries include dairy and wheat farmers. The new trade deal stops the downgrading of US wheat exported into Canada. For a story from the Grand Forks Herald on the reactions from local companies, click here.

Intellectual Property Rights Seminar to be Held in Minneapolis
The US Commercial Service / Minneapolis will be hosting a seminar on intellectual property rights. The program will show attendees how to use STOPfakes.gov to identify and protect intellectual assets, mechanisms for obtaining IP protection in overseas markets, information on counterfeits, etc. This seminar is recommended for start-ups, small and medium-sized businesses, and inventors. Click here for more information.
Date: Thursday, November 1st
Time: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Cost: $50/person

NATIONAL / INTERNATIONAL NEWS AND EVENTS

US Trade Representatives Beginning Talks on Three New Trade Deals with EU, UK and Japan
US trade representatives (USTR) are starting the process to begin three separate trade deals with the European Union, Japan, and the United Kingdom. Congress was notified by letters sent on October 16th. the new trade deals are expected to prioritize auto production and domestic jobs, along with removing tariffs and other barriers. new agricultural markets are expected to be opened in the bilateral agreement with Japan. For more information, click here. 

Energy Team Releases October Newsletter
The US Commercial Service Energy Team released the September newsletter. Highlights include a market spotlight on the West Bank, updates on 8 different upcoming energy sector global trade events, webinars and trade leads. Click here to read.

Discover Global Markets: Indo-Pacific Offered for Defense and Aerospace
The US Commercial Service is offering an opportunity to connect with US Commercial diplomats in the Indo-Pacific region. Discover Global Markets: Indo-Pacific seminar will discuss trade barriers, market access, geopolitical and economic issues, and provide networking opportunities both with other businesses and with US government trade contacts. Defense, security, and aerospace sectors will be the event's main focus. For more information, click here.
Date: December 10-12th
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah

EU and Vietnam Pushing for Approval of Trade Deal
The European Union and Vietnam are nearing completion of a trade agreement. The deal has to be approved by the European Parliament and all 28 EU members before being implemented. Removal of trade barriers, such as tariffs, sustainable production, and international standards on labor rights are all priorities. Click here for more information.

US to Withdraw from Postal Treaty
The US notified the Universal Postal Union that it is withdrawing from the treaty that gives Chinese companies discounted shipping rates for small parcel shipments to the US via the US Postal Service. The union can renegotiate rates during the year-long process to withdraw. If rates were to be renegotiated, the White House has indicated they would be willing to stay in the union. For more information, click here.

WEBINARS

Aerospace and Defense in Australia Webinar Offered
A webinar on the defense and aerospace industry in Australia is being offered through the US Commercial Service. Australia is the US's second largest defense market, investing over $150 billion over ten years. With a shared language, similar business practices, American companies already in country, etc. Australia is a preferred market for US companies. Click here for more information.
Date: Tuesday, October 23th
Time: 5:00-6:00 PM CST
Cost: Free

Central Europe Education Webinar
The US Commercial Service is hosting a webinar that will explore education markets and recruitment channels in Austria, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Slovakia. The webinar will also provide information about the BeSt3 Student Fair, taking place in Vienna in March. Both undergraduate and graduate schools are encouraged to attend in order to learn strategies to reach students in new markets. To register, click here.
Date: Wednesday, November 28th
Time: 11:00 AM CST
Cost: Free

Webinar to Improve Transit of US LNG to Panama
The US Commercial Service is offering a webinar to educate interested companies on how to improve transit of LNG through the Panama Canal. Panama recently dropped restrictions previously placed upon LNG. Click here for more information.
Date: Tuesday, October 30th
Time: 10:00 AM CST
Cost: $25

Doing Business in Chile Webinar
The US Commercial Service is offering a webinar on Doing Business in Chile, which is one of the safest and well-developed countries in Latin America. There has been a push recently to privatize public utilities in order to increase environmental friendliness and efficiency. The webinar will cover basic information about the political and economic climate in the country, in addition to providing information on the upcoming trade mission to the Southern Cone Region. For more information, click here.
Date: Thursday, October 25th
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM CST
Cost: $35

Trade Winds Webinar Offered for Indo-Pacific Region
The US Commercial Service is offering a webinar focused on India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. The webinar will feature speakers from the US Embassy, informative discussion on industry prospects, and the trade mission to India scheduled for May. Click here for more information.
Date: Wednesday, November 14th
Time: 10:00 AM CST
Cost: Free

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 Your U.S. Commercial Service / North Dakota Office 

	Heather Ranck Office Director and International Trade Specialist Ph: 701-239-5080 Email: Heather.Ranck@trade.gov
	Haley Coffield Export Assistant Ph: 701-239-5033 Email: Haley.Coffield@trade.gov
	Joshua Erickson  Export Assistant Ph: 701-239-5033 Email: Joshua.Erickson@trade.gov
	Mathew Finneseth Export Assistant Ph: 701-239-5033 Email: Mathew.Finneseth@trade.gov
	Kole Nichols Export Assistant Ph: 701-239-5033 Email: kole.nichols@trade.gov

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