Tag Archives: exports

May 01

[NTS Alert] Trafficking in persons: Singapore’s evolving responses

“For a long time, sending countries have been the focus of efforts to combat trafficking in persons (TIP). However, in recent years, destination countries such as Singapore have also stepped up their efforts. This is timely because improved recognition and … Read More

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Apr 25

Global Transportation Issues To Keep In Mind

An important aspect of the global supply chain is that of physical distribution and transportation mode choice. Transportation is one major factor to consider because it determines how and when goods will be received. It can be further divided into … Read More

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Apr 17

Benefits of the U.S. – Colombian Trade Promotion Agreement

The U.S. – Colombia trade agreement is crucial in maintaining the U.S. share of this important market. It plays an integral part of the President’s efforts to increase opportunities for U.S. businesses, farmers, ranchers, and workers through improved access for … Read More

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Apr 13

Challenges Faced By Manufacturers Today


USCIB members took part in a panel discussion at the APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) Regulators Forum on March 30 in Singapore, drawing attention to some of the challenges manufacturers face in many countries with respect to chemicals regulation, which is … Read More

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Apr 11

How the New OECD Recommendation Will Boost Economic Growth and Create Private Sector Employment

BIAC, the Business and Industry Advisory Committee to the OECD, part of USCIB’s global network, welcomed a new OECD recommendation to improve regulatory policy and governance and called for credible government action to effectively implement the recommendation’s principles. The effective … Read More

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Apr 10

The U.S. and E.U. Are Setting New Trends.

Today, the United States and the European Union (EU), under the auspices of the Transatlantic Economic Council, announced an agreement on Shared Principles for International Investment, which reaffirms our commitment to open, transparent, and non-discriminatory international investment policies. International investment, … Read More

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Apr 06

Trouble With Australia?

On 4 April 2012, Honduras requested consultations with Australia under the dispute settlement system concerning the latter’s certain measures concerning trademark and other plain packaging requirements applicable to tobacco products and packaging. Honduras challenges the following measures: •    An Act … Read More

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Apr 05

Committee on Government Procurement Adopts Revised Agreement!

The Committee on Government Procurement adopted, 30 March 2012, the revised Government Procurement Agreement after a final review required by the Ministerial Conference decision in December last year. The revised Agreement will now go to the respective parliaments for ratification. … Read More

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