Textile Council is delighted to invite Sorini Samet and Associates (SSA), a Washington-based strategic consulting firm specializing in international trade and sustainability, to present an informational session on:
Navigating Latest US Regulatory Hurdles Affecting Apparel Trade
Date: 16 July 2021 – 9:00 am to 9:45 am (HK time)
Please join for a discussion on the key U.S. trade policy developments during the Biden Administration’s first six months - that will impact apparel sourcing for the U.S. market.
Among the key topics for consideration are:
The United States has been increasing enforcement of U.S. trade laws against the import of products made with forced labor. What does U.S. legislation provide and what recent actions have been taken by U.S. authorities? What impact can this development have on sourcing going forward?
There has been substantial growth in the direct shipment of products to the United States under the rules of de minimis, which is subject to growing scrutiny and criticism. What does this mean and how will this impact the apparel industry?
The U.S. GSP program is currently under review by both houses of Congress with new legislation pending. What could this mean for your business?
Featured Speakers:
Rick Helfenbein, Special Adviser, SSA (former CEO of the American Apparel and Footwear Association)
Ron Sorini, Principal, SSA (former Chief Textile Negotiator at USTR and current Honorary Consul for Sri Lanka for the state of Illinois)
Andrew Samet, Principal, SSA (former Deputy Under Secretary for International Affairs at the U.S. Department of Labor and Senate Staff)
Host & moderator: Mr Stanley Szeto
If you would like to participate in the session, please RSVP at sec@textilecouncil.com on or before 13 July, 2021. A zoom link will be forwarded to your registered email address prior to the event. Mark your calendar now!