Guardrails Finalized by the Department of Commerce Will Ensure Manufacturing and Technology Investments Under the CHIPS Act Bolster Technological and National Security of America, Allies, and Partners The U.S. Department of Commerce today released the final rule implementing the national security guardrails of the bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act. The rule elaborates on two core provisions of the...

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and Deputy Secretary Don Graves hosted Latino elected officials, leaders, and stakeholder organizations to solicit their input on Commerce initiatives that will assist in promoting inclusive economic growth for Latino communities. Both events took place at the Commerce Department where both Raimondo and Graves addressed the...

Last week, Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo participated in a roundtable discussion with National Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) nationwide and addressed the importance of equity, access to education, and a trained workforce. The event kicked off National Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) Week, a precursor to the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, and was hosted by the Hispanic Association...

Today, Secretary Raimondo met with Prime Minister of Vietnam Pham Minh Chinh during his visit to the United States and participation in the 78 th session of the United Nations General Assembly. During their meeting, Secretary Raimondo and Prime Minister Chinh discussed the outcomes of President Biden’s visit to Vietnam earlier this month, including the new U.S.-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic...

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...

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...

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...

Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo met with Shanghai Party Secretary Chen Jining to discuss commercial sectors where the U.S. and China can promote greater cooperation based on shared interests. The Secretary encouraged Party Secretary Chen to work closely with the U.S. business community to promote transparency and the fair application of laws and regulations to ensure stability and...