Update on Business, National Security and Geopolitical Impact
The National Association of District Export Councils (NADEC) is pleased to invite you to hear from experts on the China Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), a massive global development strategy involving infrastructure development and investments now in some 152 countries. Participants include international organizations and countries throughout Asia, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, the Pacific islands, and the Americas (Central and South). In addition to an update on BRI’s progress across the world, the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic on trade and investment will be discussed.
This program is the first in a series of 3 presented by the NADEC and is intended to provide the participant with a comprehensive overview of the BRI’s true magnitude and its potential control of global commerce.

Speakers:
David Day, our featured speaker, is the NADEC’s Trade Policy Co-Chair and the Chairman of the Belt & Road Task force of the American Bar Association’s International Section.

Moderator:
Christina Luhn, PhD, Missouri DEC Trade Policy Liaison Officer

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Overview
The United States is Trinidad and Tobago’s main trading partner, accounting for 38 percent of TTs total imports. Since 2018, Trinidad and Tobagos economy has been returning to growth after 3 years of recession.

Objectives
Learn about the Business Opportunities for US companies in Trinidad and Tobago.

Event Information
• In 2018, U.S. exports to Trinidad and Tobago totaled $2.1 billion. U.S. exports to TT are up 16.0% compared to 2017 and are up an additional 28.4% in 2019 YTD.
• Trinidad and Tobagos imports of commercial services were an estimated $2.5 billion in 2017.
• TTs proximity to North America and robust infrastructure is also a major advantage for U.S. exporters who wish to visit or communicate with potential partners.
• U.S. goods and services are widely perceived as high quality.

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• The U.S. Commercial Service requires event registrants to accept specific Terms and Conditions and review Product Standards before payment can be collected.
• Please read the Privacy Act Notice.
• Date: Thursday, April 7, 2020 at 1PM EST
• Cost: $35 per Company
• Venue: Your Computer – Participation is via your computer and phone line.
• You will be provided webinar access information and dial-in details within 24 hours of the start of the webinar.
• Attendees are encouraged to access the webinar at least 15 minutes prior to the webinar’s start time to ensure user accessibility.

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Overview:   Panamas new administration is investing billions in infrastructure before 2024. There is international interest in updating and expanding ports and the energy grid as well. Objectives   Learn about infrastructure projects in Panama Event Information Panama serves as the crossroads of trade for the Americas. Its strategic location as a bridge between two oceans and the meeting of two continents have made Panama an international trading, banking, and services center. Panama’s dollar-based economy offers low inflation in comparison with neighboring countries and zero foreign exchange risk. Panama is stable and democratic, and actively seeks foreign investment. The new Government is reviewing the Public Private Partnership law. Please read the following information carefully: The U.S. Commercial Service requires event registrants to accept specific Terms and Conditions and review Product Standards before payment can be collected. Please read the Privacy Act Notice.

Date: April 14, 2020
Cost: $25 per Company
Venue: Your Computer. The Net portion of the Webinar can be accessed 30 minutes prior to its scheduled start time. This is the first webinar of a Webinar Series about Infrastructure projects in Latin America that will include more than 10 countries.

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Details
April 14, 2020
2 to 3 p.m. ET
1 CES Credit

Description
The NCBFAA Educational Institute in cooperation with the Office of Digital Initiatives at the Department of Commerce, invite you to attend a webinar on ACE Reports for Compliance. During this webinar exporters will cover the ACE reporting that will assist in international transactions. This webinar is for the intermediate U.S. small and medium size business exporter.

NCBFAA and the Office of Digital Initiatives at the Department of Commerce are working closely together to offer this webinar. It will be hosted on mymeetings; please view system requirements here.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact NEI Director Cecilia Ferrara at nei@ncbfaa.org.

Conference Registration

Pass Name                                                                                                                              Description
Exporting Mechanics Webinar Series II: ACE Reports for Compliance                          Cost: $25/per person

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Overview
This webinar will provide participants an introduction to the US Bureau of Industry and Security, the Export Administration Regulations, and how to follow the regulations.

Objectives
This webinar will provide attendees an introduction to the basics of BIS (Bureau of Industry and Security) Export Compliance.

Event Information
Overview and scope of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR); Product classification;
Please read the following information carefully: The U.S. Commercial Service requires event registrants to accept specific Terms and Conditions and review Product Standards before payment can be collected.

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This webinar will take place 1:00-2:30pm Eastern. Pre-registration and payment is required.
To participate in the webinar, you will need phone and internet access.

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Overview
In-depth analysis of specific uses of license exceptions.

Objectives
This webinar, designed for individuals with a solid understanding of the BIS basics, and will cover in-depth analysis of specific uses of license exceptions.

Event Information
This webinar will cover the definition of license exception, benefits of using license exceptions, license exception statistical data, restrictions, reporting
specific license exceptions (LVS, TMP, RPL, TSU, STA), and AES filing.

Please read the following information carefully:

• The U.S. Commercial Service requires event registrants to accept specific Terms and Conditions and review Product Standards before payment can be collected.
• Please read the Privacy Act Notice.
  • This webinar will take place from 1:00-2:30pm Eastern. Pre-registration and payment is required.

• Once payment is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email with dial in details.
• To participate in the webinar, you will need phone and internet access.

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Overview
The U.S. State Dep’t Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) administers the ITAR, which implement the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) and regulate international defense trade involving the United States

Objectives
Participants will learn about the Department of State’s ITAR regulations and get a basic understanding of licensing jurisdiction of ITAR and DDTC registration requirements.

Event Information

• Overview and scope of the ITAR;
• Determining what is subject to the ITAR;
• Complying with DDTC Registration Requirements;
• ITAR Licensing and Exemptions; Voluntary Disclosures, Enforcements, and Penalties.
  

Please read the following information carefully:

• The U.S. Commercial Service requires event registrants to accept specific Terms and Conditions and review Product Standards before payment can be collected.
• Please read the Privacy Act Notice.
• This webinar will take place from 1:00-2:30pm Eastern. Pre-registration and payment is required.
• Once payment is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email with dial in details.

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Overview
OFAC administers and enforces economic and trade sanctions based on US foreign policy and national security goals against targeted foreign countries and regimes, terrorists, and other threats to national security.

Objectives
Learn about the Department of Treasury’s OFAC Sanctions program.

Event Information
This webinar will address: OFAC basics; Comprehensive Sanctions Programs; OFAC Enforcement Overview; OFAC Sanctions Resources; Q&A

Please read the following information carefully: 

• The U.S. Commercial Service requires event registrants to accept specific Terms and Conditions and review Product Standards before payment can be collected.
• Please read the Privacy Act Notice.
• This webinar will take place 1:00-2:30pm Eastern. Pre-registration and payment is required.
• Once payment is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email with dial in details.
• To participate in the webinar, you will need phone and internet access.

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Annual Export Conference – May 19-20, Alexandria, VA
Registrations are Open

NADEC Annual Export Conference brings together the distinguished speakers, business leaders, high ranking U.S. and foreign government officers, exporters, service providers, and trade promotion agencies to discuss the latest news and updates on the Trade Policy, Export Market Opportunities, and Challenges on focused sectors and regions.

Open to All Exporters and Business Leaders!

Join us at this unique conference where you will have the opportunity to

Listen to the business leaders and exporters in break-out sessions and exciting panels on the Trade Policy, Global Market Review, Export Opportunities and Challenges, and DEC Management Best practices
Experience speed-networking with the other exporters, and
Discuss specific concerns and challenges with the experts in table topic discussions
Agenda will include the following panels:

Vital Elements of Modern Trade Agreements

Pros and Cons of a Tariff Approach to Trade Management
Trade Finance for the Small and Medium Exporter
Defense Export Market Opportunities
Defense Export Controls
Expanding to Challenging Areas
Developments with Brexit and the EU
Overcoming Foreign Standards
How Other Nations Promote Trade
Alternatives in Global Sourcing
Teaching International Business
USMCA – Views from the North and South
DEC Partnerships with Like-Minded Organizations
China’s Belt and Road Initiative
Government Programs for Expanding US Companies around the Globe
Foreign Government Policy Influence on Trade
Foreign Market Competitiveness
The Trade War with China

Speakers and Panelists

Senior Executives and Representatives of the Large, Medium, and Small Size Businesses
Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration
Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security
U.S. Trade Representative
EXIM Bank
Department of the Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Industry Trade Advisory Committee Members
U.S.- Foreign Country Business Councils
District Export Councils
Trade Promotion Agencies
Fee

$149-$249 until March 31, 2020.
$149-$299 after March 31, 2020.

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Overview
Our presentation will indicate what points an EMCP should cover, best practices on how to roll out procedures on the ground, and how to make this document relevant in your company.

Objectives
Our presentation will indicate what points an EMCP should cover, best practices on how to roll out procedures on the ground, and how to make this document relevant in your company.

Speaker: Jose Abrantes, Export Compliance Manager

Please read the following information carefully:

• The U.S. Commercial Service requires event registrants to accept specific Terms and Conditions and review Product Standards before payment can be collected.
• Please read the Privacy Act Notice.
• This webinar will take place Tuesday, May 19, 2020 from 1:00-2:30pm Eastern. Pre-registration and payment is required.
• Once payment is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email with dial in details.
• To participate in the webinar, you will need phone and internet access.

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Overview
The U.S. Commercial Service invites you to join Tahlia Townsend Wiggin & Dana LLP to discuss Export Controls at Trade Shows.

Objectives
Discuss Export Controls at Trade Shows.

Event Information

• This presentation will address: ? How exports happen at trade shows.
• ?When authorization is necessary? Common ITAR and EAR authorizations for trade shows ? Economic sanctions and denied party screening.

Please read the following information carefully:

• The U.S. Commercial Service requires event registrants to accept specific Terms and Conditions and review Product Standards before payment can be collected.
• Please read the Privacy Act Notice.
• This webinar will take place Thursday, May 21, 2020 from 1:00-2:00pm Eastern. Pre-registration and payment is required.
• Once payment is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email with dial in details.
• To participate in the webinar, you will need phone and internet access.

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Overview
Deemed exports (the release or transfer of technical data or technology to a foreign national in the United States) have long been a compliance challenge across a variety of industries, including manufacturers, laboratories and universities

Objectives
Learn about Deemed Exports and how it impacts to a various departments within your organization

The presentation will address:

• Key definitions, including the 2016 updates
• Impacts to a various departments within your organization
• Licensing options
• Technology Control Plans
• Compliance best practices

Please read the following information carefully:

• The U.S. Commercial Service requires event registrants to accept specific Terms and Conditions and review Product Standards before payment can be collected.
• Please read the Privacy Act Notice.
• This webinar will take place Wednesday, May 27, 2020 from 1:00-2:00pm Eastern. Pre-registration and payment is required.
• Once payment is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email with dial in details.
• To participate in the webinar, you will need phone and internet access.

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Select LA Postponed Until September 17, 2020

Dear Colleagues, Partners, and Friends,

Due to the emergence of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), a State of Emergency has been declared by both the State of California and the City of Los Angeles. The health and safety of our attendees and communities is of the utmost importance to the World Trade Center Los Angeles. Following the guidance and recommendations from our elected officials, we have decided to postpone the 2020 Select LA Investment Summit until September 17, 2020.

Given the strong interests in our program, WTCLA will be hosting a webinar on May 28, 2020, the original date of Select LA, where we will present the new findings from the 2020 Foreign Direct Investment Report and other key trade and investment information.  We will share the content and details of the webinar program in the coming weeks.

We are grateful for your support and understanding given this extraordinary situation. We look forward to sharing more information during our webinar event on May 28, 2020 and at the 2020 Select LA Investment Summit on September 17, 2020.

Sincerely,

WTCLA

Los Angeles is home to United States’ largest county economy, with an annual GDP of over $707 billion. With 88 fantastic cities and over 100 unincorporated areas within Los Angeles County ,investment opportunities here are unrivaled throughout the nation. In fact, FDI Cities Magazine ranked Los Angeles 5th in the world for return on foreign investment. More than 18 million consumers live in the five counties that make up the Greater Los Angeles Region, establishing the area as one of the United States’ largest and most attractive marketplaces for every business type. Over 10,300 foreign- owned enterprises have already selected Southern California as their U.S. landing pad, with more selecting Los Angeles each week.

As international companies enter a new market, they often struggle to find the right local partners to integrate into this complex region. The needs of international companies are unique, and a holistic strategy must be carefully developed to navigate business channels and discover the right opportunity in Los Angeles. This is the essence of the Select LA Investment Summit. Select LA provides international and local companies with a comprehensive understanding of the region’s investment ecosystem with actionable insights that can guide key business decisions.

Through matchmaking technology and over four hours of networking, Select LA offers the perfect environment to create and foster new relationships with individuals who are responsible for turning a conversation into an investment opportunity. Just as important as a connection is understanding the local processes and protocol to ensure successful transactions, which is why we gather state and local government officials in addition to private businesses.

The World Trade Center Los Angeles and the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation are delighted to jointly host the summit, presenting an array of opportunities to match international investors with local partners, such as table exhibits, one-on-one interactions, plenary panels and breakout sessions led by local and international executives.

For more information or to register, please click here.

The 2020 SelectUSA Investment Summit will build on the success of this year’s event, including a return of the SelectUSA Tech program, Industry Row, and the dynamic mobile networking app. Topics ranging from infrastructure to workforce development will once again feature prominent industry experts and government officials.

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Overview
Earlier this year, DoD released the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), which requires every prime and subcontractor to have their cybersecurity controls audited and certified in order to be eligible for new defense contracts

Objectives
CMMC program and how to prepare

Event Information

• What to expect from the new CMMC program and how to prepare
• Differences and similarities of CMMC and NIST SP 800-171
• How the DFARS 252.204-7012 rule may change to incorporate CMMC and a new cybersecurity confidence rating system
• Recent changes in ITAR encryption controls and how it affects exporters generally and with CMMC

Please read the following information carefully:

• The U.S. Commercial Service requires event registrants to accept specific Terms and Conditions and review Product Standards before payment can be collected.
• Please read the Privacy Act Notice.
• This webinar will take place Tuesday, June 2, 2020 from 1:00-2:30pm Eastern. Pre-registration and payment is required.
• Once payment is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email with dial in details.
• To participate in the webinar, you will need phone and internet access.

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Overview
The Department of Justice, SEC, FBI, and other federal agencies have devoted unprecedented resources to detecting and prosecuting FCPA violations, which are resulting in substantial penalties and prison sentences for those involved.

Objectives
This webinar provides practical guidance on how you can avoid FCPA problems.

Event Information

• This webinar will discuss: FCPA Red Flags; New incentives for whistleblowers under the Dodd-Frank law;
• Detection techniques employed by gov’t agencies; Gov’t focus on particular industries including medical device, pharma, military, and law enforcement products;
• Particular risks for business conducted in countries with state-owned enterprises, such as China; Compliance with new U.K. bribery law;
• Standards for an effective compliance program Preventing individual liability for executives, compliance personnel, finance officers and salespeople.

Please read the following information carefully:

• The U.S. Commercial Service requires event registrants to accept specific Terms and Conditions and review Product Standards before payment can be collected.
• Please read the Privacy Act Notice.
• This webinar will take place from 1:00-2:30pm Eastern. Pre-registration and payment is required.
• Once payment is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email with dial in details.
• To participate in the webinar, you will need phone and internet access.

To register for this event, please click here.

Overview
Practical guidance on how to handle site visits, administrative, civil and criminal investigations and enforcement actions, and evaluating whether to voluntarily disclose potential or actual violations to the government.

Objectives
How to handle site visits, administrative, civil and criminal investigations and enforcement actions, and evaluating whether to voluntarily disclose potential or actual violations to the government.

The presentation will address:

• The new “OFAC Compliance Framework” and its anticipated impact to individual and company accountability.
• An overview of coordinated, multi-agency export control and economic sanctions enforcement authorities
• Considerations for handling site visits and conducting internal investigations involving potential export control or economic sanction violations
• The evaluation process for determining whether to voluntarily disclose a potential or actual violation to the government

Please read the following information carefully:

• The U.S. Commercial Service requires event registrants to accept specific Terms and Conditions and review Product Standards before payment can be collected.
• Please read the Privacy Act Notice.
• This webinar will take place Tuesday, June 9 from 1:00-2:30pm Eastern. Pre-registration and payment is required.
• Once payment is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email with dial in details.
• To participate in the webinar, you will need phone and internet access.

To register for this event, please click here.

The 22nd Trade Show for the Construction Industry in Jakarta

The 22nd edition of Construction Indonesia will take place from 16-18 September, 2020 in Jakarta. The Organizer is PT. Pamerindo Indonesia. MEREBO Messe International based in Hamburg/Germany is in charge of the “Europe, America & Australia/NZ Pavilion” dedicated to companies, associations, chambers and trade press of these regions.

Construction Indonesia 2020 features products and technology, heavy equipment, building materials, manpower and management as well as other construction related services. The last event in 2019 attracted 12,811 attendees and 366 exhibitors from 22 countries.

Construction Indonesia and co-located Concrete Show South East Asia will allow participants in the wider construction and infrastructure sectors enhanced access to this important event.

For more information please contact: MEREBO GmbH in Hamburg/Germany, Phone +49-40-3999905-0, E-Mail contact@merebo.com, Web www.ci.merebo.com.

Los Angeles is home to United States’ largest county economy, with an annual GDP of over $707 billion. With 88 fantastic cities and over 100 unincorporated areas within Los Angeles County ,investment opportunities here are unrivaled throughout the nation. In fact, FDI Cities Magazine ranked Los Angeles 5th in the world for return on foreign investment. More than 18 million consumers live in the five counties that make up the Greater Los Angeles Region, establishing the area as one of the United States’ largest and most attractive marketplaces for every business type. Over 10,300 foreign- owned enterprises have already selected Southern California as their U.S. landing pad, with more selecting Los Angeles each week.

As international companies enter a new market, they often struggle to find the right local partners to integrate into this complex region. The needs of international companies are unique, and a holistic strategy must be carefully developed to navigate business channels and discover the right opportunity in Los Angeles. This is the essence of the Select LA Investment Summit. Select LA provides international and local companies with a comprehensive understanding of the region’s investment ecosystem with actionable insights that can guide key business decisions.

Through matchmaking technology and over four hours of networking, Select LA offers the perfect environment to create and foster new relationships with individuals who are responsible for turning a conversation into an investment opportunity. Just as important as a connection is understanding the local processes and protocol to ensure successful transactions, which is why we gather state and local government officials in addition to private businesses.

The World Trade Center Los Angeles and the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation are delighted to jointly host the summit, presenting an array of opportunities to match international investors with local partners, such as table exhibits, one-on-one interactions, plenary panels and breakout sessions led by local and international executives.

For more information or to register, please click here.