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Below is a list of upcoming international trade events, which our office is organizing or co-sponsoring/supporting. We hope that you will be able to join us for at least one of them.
Best Regards,
Debra H. Rogers
Senior International Trade Specialist
U.S. Department of Commerce
Commercial Service - Chicago
debra.rogers@trade.gov
December 10-12, 2018: Discover Global Markets: Indo-Pacific – Salt Lake City, UT
This US Department of Commerce event will enable U.S. companies to explore sales channels and the project pipeline in the civil aviation, defense, and security sectors across the Indo-Pacific region. Conference sessions and one-on-one meetings will allow U.S. firms to dive deeper into markets of interest and hear from experts on market challenges, sales outlook, and proven strategies for developing partners in Australia, Bangladesh, Burma, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. Participants will learn about how the supply chain is changing throughout the region in the face of innovation and disruption; and hear how companies are optimizing their supply chain to drive sales growth. Expert presenters will be available to help operationalize participating companies’ strategies by sharing insights on IPR, export compliance, cybersecurity, finance, advocacy, and more. Targeted attendees include CEOs/presidents, sales and marketing professionals, business development managers, engineers, procurement representatives, and supply chain managers. Registration Link: http://bit.ly/DGMIndoPacific Registration: $425. For questions, please contact Richard Carpenter at Richard.Carpenter@trade.gov or Shelby Daiek at shelby.daiek@trade.gov .
New Market Diversification Tool Launched
Thinking about exploring new export markets, but you don’t know where to start your research? Feeling overwhelmed by data? The International Trade Administration’s new Market Diversification Tool can help you identify potential new export markets using your current trade patterns. Just enter what products you make and the markets to which you currently export, and the Market Diversification Tool crunches the numbers to rank potential markets you may want to consider. It brings together a host of product-specific trade and tariff data and economy-level macroeconomic and governance data to provide a picture of which markets make sense for further market research. Visit export.gov/marketdiversification to access the tool and to sign up for a free webinar on how to use it.
China Business Scams on the Rise
U.S. Commercial Service has reported an increasing number of unsolicited, often fraudulent buyer requests from China. Vigilance and due diligence on the Chinese entity is recommended. For a list of potential red flags, as well as advice on ways to protect your business without passing up legitimate sales opportunities, see https://2016.export.gov/china/doingbizinchina/riskmanagement/scams/eg_cn_027241.asp
Request for Comments on Energy, ICT, and Infrastructure in the Indo-Pacific Region
As part of the commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific, DOC issued a Federal Register notice seeking individual comments from industry on government programs to inform the catalyzation of U.S. private sector participation in commercial opportunities in the Indo-Pacific region in infrastructure. For details, see https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2018/11/21/2018-25417/request-for-comments-and-notice-of-roundtable-on-energy-information-and-communication-technology-and . Please send written comments by electronic mail to IndoPacificOutreach@trade.gov on or before January 4, 2019
USTR Request for Comments on Negotiating Objectives for a U.S.-EU Trade Agreement
https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2018/11/15/2018-24979/request-for-comments-on-negotiating-objectives-for-a-us-european-union-trade-agreement
December 10, 2018: Deadline for the submission of written comments and for written notification of your intent to testify, as well as a summary of your testimony at the public hearing. December 14, 2018: The Trade Policy Staff Committee (TPSC) will hold a public hearing beginning at 9:30 a.m., at the Auditorium of the Herbert C. Hoover Building, U.S. Department of Commerce, 1401 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20230.
USTR Request for Comments on Negotiating Objectives for a U.S.-United Kingdom Trade Agreement
https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2018/11/16/2018-24987/request-for-comments-on-negotiating-objectives-for-a-us-united-kingdom-trade-agreement
January 15, 2019: Deadline for the submission of written comments and for written notification of your intent to testify, as well as a summary of your testimony at the public hearing. January 29, 2019: The Trade Policy Staff Committee (TPSC) will hold a public hearing beginning at 9:30 a.m., at the main hearing room of the United States International Trade Commission, 500 E Street SW, Washington, DC 20436.
December 5, 2018: The Latest IP Issues Relating to International Trade- Chicago
Luncheon program hosted by the International Trade Association of Greater Chicago. Presentations by five Intellectual Property (IP) attachés and one IP specialist assigned to U.S. missions abroad to work on IP matters in the EU, China, Latin America, South East Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa, as well as Dominic Keating, Director of U.S. Department of Commerce Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) Intellectual Property Attaché program. The attachés will provide insight on a wide range of IP topics relating to international trade, including the current international trade agreement and negotiation landscape, trade reports (e.g., Special 301 report, Notorious Markets report, and Investment Climate statement), and the IP enforcement environment in various countries (e.g., border and anti-counterfeiting efforts). 11:45 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Carlucci Rosemont, 6111 North River Road, Rosemont, IL. ITA/GC Members - $50; Non-members - $75. For information & registration, please see: http://calendar.itagc.org/docs/ITAGC_Calendar_10577.pdf.
April 30, 2019: STOPfakes.gov Roadshow – Chicago
SAVE THE DATE. Stopfakes.gov Roadshows deliver critical information about intellectual property to audiences that need it most -- start-ups, entrepreneurs, small and medium-sized businesses, independent creators, and inventors. The information is presented by experts from multiple government agencies whose missions advance stakeholders' intellectual property interests. Participants will receive information on a range of topics, including identifying and protecting the various intellectual property assets; mechanisms for obtaining IP protection in overseas markets; strategies for determining where to seek protection; and the value of copyright and trade secrets protection to their businesses. Presentations will also address how to combat counterfeits on international e-commerce sites and what additional government resources are available to help U.S. business bolster intellectual property protections.
December 11, 2018 @ 10:00am CST: RoHS – Current Issues that Impact U.S. Exporters – Webinar
Companies selling electrical and electronic goods in the European Union must conform to the EU legislation for electrical and electronic equipment, which includes RoHS. A Consultation on RoHS substance methodology and the inventory of RoHS candidates was recently launched, so this is an ideal time for industry to provide their input – deadline to submit comments is December 21. Companies participating in the webinar will hear from experts from EPPA, a specialist management consultancy that helps clients manage alignment between business and EU institutions and government, and the U.S. Commercial Service at the U.S. Mission to the EU. Companies will:
- Learn about current issues that could impact their exports to the EU.
- Gain insights on changes to RoHS.
- Have an opportunity to provide feedback on these issues, and address your company’s questions and interests directly with our speakers.
Please register online at https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=9QD0 Fee: $25.
December 11, 2018 @ 5:00 CST: Opportunities at China International Medical Equipment Fair (CEMF)– Free Webinar
U.S. Commercial Service is hosting an online webinar focused on opportunities at the upcoming CEMF, the largest medical equipment exhibition in Asia. CMEF will be taking place May 14-17, 2019. The webinar will include information on the 2019 CMEF show and opportunities for exhibiting U.S. companies, a discussion on the Corporate Executive Office (CEO) program, and a brief overview of the Chinese medical device market. The webinar is free, but registration is required at https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=9QC4. For questions, please contact Susan Sadocha Susan.Sadocha@trade.gov or Xiaoli Pan Xiaoli.Pan@trade.gov.
December 13, 2018 @ 10am CST: Education Market Opportunities in Brazil and Colombia - Free Webinar
Join Us to Explore Market Opportunities for U.S. Educational Institutions in Brazil and Colombia. The webinar will also include information on upcoming event opportunities supported by the U.S. Commercial Service. This is an opportunity for representatives of U.S. institutions of secondary and higher education, both undergraduate and graduate, and Intensive English Programs, to explore the markets in Brazil and Colombia, and gain valuable insights to develop partnerships and recruit students. Please register online at https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=9QD2
December 13, 2018 @ 11:00am CST: Cyber Security Landscape in Argentina, Chile & Peru– Webinar
Organized by the U.S. Commercial Service, this webinar will provide an overview of industry highlights in Argentina, Chile, and Peru. Argentine companies invested more than $108M on cyber security in 2017. As a result of the $10 million loss by Banco de Chile, cyber security is a top priority for the country. Seven percent of Peru's IT budget will be allocated to cyber security. 11am – 12pm CST. Fee: 25$. For information and registration please go to: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=9QCU or contact Rich Carpenter Richard.carpenter@trade.gov.
December 20, 2018 @ noon CST: Doing Business in Bolivia – Webinar
Organized by the U.S. Commercial Service, this webinar will provide an overview of current business opportunities in Bolivia. Bolivia has had the highest rate of public investment (as a percentage of GDP) in South America over the past several years, and intends to invest billions more before 2020 in roads, hydroelectric power plants, hospitals and airports. The government is determined to shift its power generation from thermoelectric to hydroelectric and other renewables, necessitating significant investments. 12:00–1:15pm CST. Fee: $35. Please register online at https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=9QBD For more information, please contact jasmine.braswell@trade.gov or diego.gattesco@trade.gov
January 22, 2019 @ 11:00am CST: Opportunities for U.S. Education Technologies in Mexico & Brazil
Join us to explore the markets of Brazil and Mexico through the lens of Education Technology. This webinar will focus on market trends and opportunities in Brazil, to include BETT Educar and the upcoming Education Technology Certified Trade Mission to Brazil, taking place May 14-17, 2019. This webinar will also highlight the burgeoning market of Mexico and BETT LATAM. Speakers from U.S. embassies in both countries, along with BETT, will discuss market entry strategies for U.S. education technology companies. Cost: $25. Please register online at https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=9QCW For questions, please email amy.freedman@trade.gov.
February 4-7, 2019: Aerospace and Defense Trade Mission to Turkey: Ankara, Eskisehir, Istanbul
Join the American Turkish Council, and the U.S. Commercial Service for the second ADTM to Turkey, providing access to this $11-billion-dollar market. This program will provide access to business briefings from sector experts, B2B meetings with Turkish private sector & foundation companies, site visits, governmental meetings, and numerous receptions, networking opportunities. To reserve your spot today or learn more, visit: atc.to/admission or contact Richard Carpenter at richard.carpenter@trade.gov Base cost for this trade mission is $5,000.
March 20-22, 2019: Illinois Pavilion at Water Philippines 2019 – Manila
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Office of Trade & Investment invites qualified SME exporters in the water and wastewater sectors to exhibit in the Illinois Pavilion at Water Philippines 2019. the show is the leading international water supply, sanitation, industrial wastewater treatment and purification event in the southeast Asia. Co-located with the Water Philippines 2019 Conference, the event provides a forum for the exchange of information and ideas and sharing of experiences and best practices through technical presentations by invited experts and authorities specializing in water supply and sanitation. Illinois companies that qualify for this mission will receive the following: Exhibit space, Pre-scheduled B2B Matchmaking, 25 – 75% partial reimbursement of lodging and airfare costs in accordance with guidelines, Briefing materials, Pre-show promotion, Assistance with travel logistics. Participation fee of $250 is required. The U.S. Commercial Service offices in Manila and Chicago will provide additional support services. Registration deadline: January 1, 2019. Email Godfrey.angara@illinois.gov with cc to debra.rogers@trade.gov if interested.
March 24-29, 2019: Trade Mission to Southern Cone Region
The United States Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration is organizing this trade mission to Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, Bolivia and Chile (Southern Cone Region) that will include the Trade Americas – Business Opportunities in the Southern Cone Region Conference in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Mission participants will attend a mission briefing and will engage in one-on-one consultations with U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service (US&FCS) Commercial Officers and/or Economic/Commercial Officers from U.S. Embassies in the Southern Cone Region. The mission is open to U.S. companies from a cross-section of industries with growing potential in the Southern Cone Region, but is focused on U.S. companies representing best prospects sectors such as: infrastructure and construction; architecture services; engineering services; construction equipment; building products; airports; ports; transportation; housing; environmental technologies; safety & security; energy & oil & gas; mining equipment; medical equipment; aerospace & defense; ICT & digital services; and logistics. For information & an application, please see: https://2016.export.gov/eac/show_detail_trade_events.asp?EventID=38696&InputType=EVENT.
April 6-11, 2019: Healthcare Trade Mission to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar
The U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration will lead a Healthcare Technology & Health Services Trade Mission to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar from April 6 - 11, 2019. This trade mission will introduce U.S. firms to the rapidly expanding healthcare sectors in these three countries and assist U.S. companies in pursuing opportunities in this sector. These three countries share many similarities, including growing populations and increasing rates of chronic disease. Each government has committed significant resources to modernize their respective healthcare systems, and U.S. companies are well suited to help implement the next generation of healthcare delivery solutions needed in these markets. Rolling registration until filled through February 15, 2019. To register: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/TM/9R0S . Cost: $3,800 for small to medium-sized enterprises; $4,900 for large companies; $750 for one additional company/association representative.
For more information: https://2016.export.gov/kuwait/tradeevents/eg_kw_123582.asp For questions, please email Sonia.Hatfield@trade.gov with cc to Monica.Toporkiewicz@trade.gov
May 6-13, 2019: Tradewinds 2019: Indo Pacific Forum & Mission – New Delhi, India
Network with key industry contacts, schedule individual meetings with U.S. Economic Diplomats, gain first-hand market insight and solidify your Indo-Pacific business strategy during the U.S. Commercial Service Trade Winds Forum and Mission in New Delhi, May 6-8, 2019. In ten international Trade Winds events, the U.S. Commercial Service has facilitated more than $250 million in export sales for U.S. companies. We are excited to lead our 11th mission to India. To subscribe to receive updates, click here. For more information and registration, see https://2016.export.gov/tradewinds/ or e-mail TradeWinds@trade.gov with cc to Debra.Rogers@trade.gov. Registration deadline: February 15, 2019.
May 14-17, 2019: Education Technology Certified Trade Mission to Brazil
U.S. Commercial service is organizing a Certified Trade Mission (CTM) to Brazil in conjunction with BETT. This CTM will coincide with the BETT Educar 2019 Exhibition that will feature an estimated 22,000+ participants. This CTM will help to introduce U.S. education technology and supply firms to the rapidly expanding education technology sector in the Brazilian market and assist U.S. firms in pursuing opportunities in the field. There is a $6,144 registration fee for small U.S. companies wishing to participate. Register here: https://www.bettbrasileducar.com/explore-bett-brasil. For questions, please contact Amy Freedman Amy.Freedman@trade.gov or Zeynep Memish Zeynip.Memish@trade.gov.
August 18-23, 2019: Trade Mission to the Central America Region – Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama The Central American region represents a market of about 43 million people who collectively imported over $20.9 billion of U.S. goods in 2016. This makes the region is the 3rd largest export market for U.S. manufactured goods in Latin America behind only Mexico and Brazil. For more information, please see https://2016.export.gov/tradeamericas/tradeevents/trademissions/centralamerica/
December 10-12, 2018: Discover Global Markets (DGM): Indo-Pacific – Salt Lake City, UT
This US Department of Commerce event will enable U.S. companies to explore sales channels and the project pipeline in the civil aviation, defense, and security sectors across the Indo-Pacific region. Conference sessions and one-on-one meetings will allow U.S. firms to dive deeper into markets of interest and hear from experts on market challenges, sales outlook, and proven strategies for developing partners in Australia, Bangladesh, Burma, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. Participants will learn about how the supply chain is changing throughout the region in the face of innovation and disruption; and hear how companies are optimizing their supply chain to drive sales growth. Expert presenters will be available to help operationalize participating companies’ strategies by sharing insights on IPR, export compliance, cybersecurity, finance, advocacy, and more. Targeted attendees include CEOs/presidents, sales and marketing professionals, business development managers, engineers, procurement representatives, and supply chain managers. Registration Link: http://bit.ly/DGMIndoPacific Registration:$425. For more information, please contact Richard.Carpenter@ trade.gov or Shelby Daiek at shelby.daiek@trade.gov or Phone: 801-524-3091
January 14-15, 2019: The Asian Financial Forum - Hong Kong
The Asian Financial Forum 2019 is certified under the U.S. Department of Commerce Trade Fair Certification program. In 2018, the AFF attracted more than 3,000 participants from 46 countries and regions. Approximately 85% of all participants were CEOs and senior decision makers. Take part in the Deal Flow Matchmaking Session, one-on-one meetings organized by the Asian Financial Forum. For More Information or to register, visit: http://www.hktdc.com/ncs/aff2019/en/main/index.html *U.S. companies please enter CODE: OKB414 to receive a 40% off the $US 1,300 regular registration fee. Questions? Please contact Allison Moore, Trade Promotion Programs Project Manager, at Allison.Moore@trade.gov.
January 22-25, 2019: World of Concrete 2019 – Las Vegas
As this show is a participant in the U.S. Department of Commerce International Buyer Program, Commercial Service offices in over 40 countries will be recruiting delegations of international buyers to visit the show. U.S. companies are encouraged to connect with the Commercial Service in order to gain international market insights and to set up meetings with the delegates and delegation leaders. For more information and registration, see https://2016.export.gov/california/irvine/events/woc/index.asp . Deadline to register: January 9, 2019. For questions, contact Debra.Rogers@trade.gov
May 14-17, 2019: Corporate Executive Office (CEO) Program at China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF)
U.S. Commercial Service is offering an opportunity for companies to participate as exhibitors in the Corporate Executive Office (CEO) Program at the upcoming China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF) in Shanghai, China, May 2019. The CEO Program is a trade show program designed to off small to medium companies a method of exhibiting at a trade show. This program will be offered at CMEF, the largest medical equipment exhibition in Asia featuring over 4,100 exhibitors from 28 countries and about 120,000 visitors from around the world. Applications are now being accepted for 12 available spots; applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until all spots are filled. There is a registration cost of $4,650. For more information and to register, contact Susan Sadocha Susan.Sadocha@trade.gov, Cindy Ma Cindy.Ma@trade.gov, or Xiaoli Pan Xiaoli.Pan@trade.gov. For information about full booth exhibiting, please contact Raymond Filbert Raymond.Filbert@trade.gov.
May 21-23, 2019: USA FAIR 2019 – Lagos, Nigeria
U.S. Commercial service will be hosting USA FAIR 2019 in Lagos, Nigeria this coming spring. USA FAIR 2019 presents American manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers with product and company showcase opportunities to the Nigerian market. There is a $2000 participation fee that covers a 3x3m booth space for 2 days exhibition, complimentary refreshments and dining, up to 4 targeted B2B meetings, business networking, and opportunity for presentations and promotions. For booth reservation or more info on logistics and early bird benefits, please contact Ambrose Thomas Ambrose.Thomas@trade.gov or Benedicta Nkwoh Benedicta.Nkwoh@trade.gov.
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