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Readout of Secretary Raimondo’s Meeting with Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien

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Today, Secretary Raimondo met with Minister of Industry and Trade of Vietnam Nguyen Hong Dien. The two discussed the unprecedented elevation of the U.S.-Vietnam bilateral relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, which will facilitate expanded commercial cooperation across a variety of sectors. The Secretary emphasized a key element of delivering on commitments following President...

Joint U.S. Department of Commerce and USTR Readout of Fifth Indo-Pacific Economic Framework Negotiating Round in Thailand

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BANGKOK — The U.S. Department of Commerce and the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) participated in the fifth in-person negotiating round for the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) in Bangkok, Thailand, from September 10-16, 2023. The U.S. delegation was co-led by Sharon H. Yuan, U.S. Department of Commerce Counselor and IPEF Pillars II-IV Chief Negotiator...

Deputy Secretary Graves to Lead Cybersecurity Trade Mission to the Republic of Korea and Japan

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U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Don Graves will lead 15 American companies on a Cybersecurity Trade Mission to the Republic of Korea and Japan, from September 20 – 26, 2023. Deputy Secretary Graves’ travel follows President Biden’s Trilateral Summit with President Yoon of Korea and Prime Minister Kishida of Japan. While in Korea and Japan, Deputy Secretary Graves looks forward to deepening...

Readout of Secretary Raimondo’s Meeting with President of Guyana Dr. Irfaan Ali

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Today, Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo met President of Guyana Dr. Irfaan Ali to discuss opportunities to deepen the U.S.-Guyana bilateral commercial relationship. During the meeting, Secretary Raimondo formally announced that the Department of Commerce opened a U.S. Commercial Service office within the U.S. Embassy in Georgetown. This new office will provide on-the-ground support that can...

Readout of Secretary Raimondo's Call with Japan’s Minister of Economy, Trade, and Industry Nishimura Yasutoshi

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Today, Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo spoke with Japan’s Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) Nishimura Yasutoshi to discuss key bilateral trade issues and updates, including the agenda for the next Ministerial meeting of the U.S.-Japan Economic Policy Consultative Committee (Economic “2+2”) and next steps for bringing the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) Clean...

United in Memory: The Effects of September 11 Still Reverberate Today

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By Joe Wassel, Executive Director and CEO, First Responder Network Authority September 11 irrevocably altered the lives of Americans. Today, on the anniversary, we solemnly reflect on that fateful day and its impact on our nation. Twenty-two years ago, at 9:37 a.m. American Airlines Flight 77 hit the Pentagon — a landmark moment for me. I was in the building as director of communications for the...

A Message from Deputy Secretary Don Graves

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Dear Business Leaders, As Deputy Secretary of Commerce, I am writing to you and your members to underscore the importance of continuing our collective work toward advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA). DEIA initiatives are not just cornerstones of corporate responsibility but are also critical for America's growth, innovation, and economic competitiveness. The Equal...

U.S. Department of Commerce Publishes Text of Landmark Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) Supply Chain Agreement

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The U.S. Department of Commerce today made publicly available the text of the proposed landmark Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) Supply Chain Agreement, marking another major milestone and accomplishment for the Biden-Harris Administration’s innovative approach to economic engagement. Following the release of the final text of the Agreement, the United States and partner...