Joseph C. Semsar
Deputy Under Secretary for International Trade, Performing the non-exclusive functions and duties of the Under Secretary for International Trade
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The mission of the International Trade Administration (ITA) is to create prosperity by strengthening the international competitiveness of U.S. industry, promoting trade and investment, and ensuring fair trade and compliance with trade laws and agreements.
Commerce has established a new formal channel for stakeholders to provide information related to unfair subsidies for foreign producers and exporters of seasonal and perishable products, including those in Mexico.
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