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Bennett Jones Spring 2013 Economic Outlook

by Richard Dion, David A. Dodge O.C., John M. Weekes | Bennett Jones LLP on 5/16/2013

This Economic Outlook has a somewhat different structure from previous issues. The first section covers recent dynamics and short-term outlook for the world economy; the second section reviews recent international trade...more

Argentina: Then, Now and Next?

by Susan M. Schmidt | Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 4/16/2013

Flash back ten years, and Argentina enjoyed an average annual growth of 9%, was the strongest economy in Latin America and considered an impending rival to the up-and-coming BRIC countries. Over the ensuing years, as...more

Energy And Environment Update -- April 8, 2013

by Jordan Collins, David Leiter, Neal Martin, Bryan M. Stockton | Mintz Levin - Environmental Law on 4/9/2013

In This Issue: Energy & Climate Debate; Congress; Administration; Department of Energy; Environmental Protection Agency; Department of Interior Department; Department of Commerce; Department of Defense; Department of...more

Trade & Manufacturing Alert - April 2013

by King & Spalding on 4/3/2013

In This Issue: - President Announces Trade Policy Agenda - Commerce Takes A More Aggressive Stance On Fraud - Companies Seek Approval To Expand Manufacturing In U.S. Foreign Trade Zones - U.S. Customs...more

President Announces Trade Policy Agenda by Jordan Shepherd

by King & Spalding on 4/3/2013

President Obama delivered to Congress his 2013 Trade Policy Agenda (“TPA”) and the 2012 Annual Report Report of United States trade activities on March 1, 2013. The TPA’s overarching goal is “supporting jobs and economic...more

World Trade Organization Rules Against Ontario’s “Buy Local” Program

by Bruce Goodman | Varnum LLP on 3/5/2013

The Province of Ontario has imposed a requirement that in order to participate in its feed in tariff program (FIT) for solar energy a project much source at least 60% of the solar project content from within the Province....more

Could A US-EU Free Trade Deal Harm The WTO? [Video]

by Bloomberg Law on 3/1/2013

March 13 (Bloomberg Law) -- In his 2013 State of the Union address, President Obama announced plans to negotiate and execute a free trade agreement between the United States and the European Union. Jim Bacchus, partner at...more

Free Trade Agreement Updates for 2012

by David Gallacher | Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP on 2/21/2013

2012 saw several updates with regard to free trade agreements (“FTAs”) between the U.S. and its international trading allies. The most notable of these was the U.S.-Korea FTA (“KORUS”), but several other changes were made to...more

Trade & Manufacturing Alert - February 2013

by King & Spalding on 2/11/2013

In This Issue: - Special Feature: Book Review - Innovation Economics: The Race for Global Advantage - U.S. Focuses On IP Protection Failure In Foreign Markets, Requests Comments - U.S. Trade Officials Meet with...more

Antigua and Barbuda: Haven from Minnesota Winters and Copyright Infringement

by Catlan McCurdy | Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A. on 2/8/2013

When you’re attempting to seek financial retribution from the United States, you have to get a little creative. And it sounds like Antigua and Barbuda employ some creative people. The Carribean nation, known for its beaches,...more

U.S. Trade Officials Meet with Chinese Counterparts and Report on China’s WTO Compliance by T. Augustine Lo

by King & Spalding on 2/6/2013

On December 18, 2012, USTR Ambassador Ron Kirk and U.S. Commerce Department Acting Secretary Rebecca Blank commenced a two-day meeting with Chinese Vice Premier Wang Qishan held in Washington, DC. This meeting between U.S....more

Negotiations for New International Services Trade Agreement Offer Business Opportunities

by Nathaniel Bolin, Jeffrey Gerrish, James Hecht, Robert Lighthizer | Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP on 2/4/2013

The Obama Administration has recently announced its intention to begin negotiating a new agreement aimed at promoting international trade in services. These negotiations, which have received strong backing from both the...more

Wake up exporters — Do you know what the Government is doing to change the global market In 2013?

by Doreen Edelman | Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell &... on 1/29/2013

Happy New Year! As you plan for 2013, here are several items to think about and to incorporate into your business expansion plans. These actions could have a significant effect on U.S. businesses. ...more

REGULATORY: International Trade: Energy Discrimination And International Rules In Hard Times: What’s New This Time Around, And...

by King & Spalding on 1/25/2013

International trade and investment in the energy sector takes place in a framework of treaties based on the conviction that all boats rise on the tide of free trade and underpinned by legal obligations, including the...more

REGULATORY: International Trade: LNG Export Requests Pose Challenge for U.S. Trade Policy by Steve Jones

by King & Spalding on 1/21/2013

The boom in U.S. natural gas production from shale deposits has important implications for U.S. trade policy. The rapidly increasing supply of natural gas as hydraulic fracturing (“fracking”) techniques continue to improve is...more

Trade Disputes With Argentina Lead To U.S., E.U., Japanese Request For WTO Panel By T. Augustine Lo

by King & Spalding on 1/15/2013

On December 6, 2012, the United States, the European Union, and Japan formally requested the establishment of a WTO panel to resolve their simmering trade disputes with Argentina. According to Ambassador Ron Kirk, the U.S....more

DOE Accepting Comments On Liquid Natural Gas Export Study

by King & Spalding on 1/9/2013

The boom in U.S. natural gas production from shale deposits has important implications for U.S. trade policy. The rapidly increasing supply of natural gas is resulting in lower prices for consumers and increasing the...more

Trade & Manufacturing Alert - January 2013

by King & Spalding on 1/4/2013

In This Issue: - DOE Accepting Comments On Liquid Natural Gas Export Study - Positive Developments Improve The Business Case For Returning Manufacturing To The United States - Stainless Steel Sinks Industry Sees...more

The Canada-China Foreign Investment Protection and Promotion Agreement: A Comparative Analysis to Canada’s Model FIPA

by Heenan Blaikie LLP on 12/16/2012

Negotiations for a bilateral Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement [“FIPA”] between Canada and China have been ongoing for over a decade. They commenced in 1994, were interrupted pending China’s accession to...more

Trade & Manufacturing Alert - December 2012

by King & Spalding on 12/12/2012

In This Issue: - 01 U.S.-China Trade Concerns Highlighted In Report To Congress - 02 Congressional Committee Finds Huawei And ZTE To Be Threats To National Security - 03 Administration Announces Manufacturing...more

U.S.-China Trade Concerns Highlighted In Report To Congress

by King & Spalding on 12/11/2012

On November 14, 2012, the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission (“USCC”) released its annual report to Congress on developments in both bilateral trade relations with the People’s Republic of China (“China”) and...more

International Trade Actions Complicate Global Market for Renewable Energy Businesses, Particularly in the Solar Sector

by David J. Levine, Pamela D. Walther | McDermott Will & Emery on 12/4/2012

As a result of several recent actions, developers of solar energy projects may face increased costs. Two cases pending before the World Trade Organization challenge domestic content requirements of solar sector...more

Trade Alert: Russia’s WTO Membership and the Gains for Russian Exporters

by Natalia Bayurova, Irina Dmitrieva, Brendan McGivern, Hermann Schmitt, Saskia Seeger, Kamilla Shikhametova | White & Case LLP on 12/2/2012

Russia's recent accession to the WTO has the potential to bring numerous benefits to Russian exporters. Membership will result in improved access for Russian exports in foreign markets — including the EU, the United States...more

Russia’s WTO Commitments on Banking Services—Opportunities for Foreign Investors

by White & Case LLP on 11/21/2012

Introduction - In its accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO), Russia undertook important and far-reaching commitments on the regulation of banking services. These commitments create rights and legal security for...more

Doing Business in Canada: International Trade

by Bennett Jones LLP on 10/18/2012

Canada’s international trade law regulates the import and export of goods, the manner in which these goods are procured or sold, and the protection of foreign investments in Canada and Canadian investments abroad. Most of the...more

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Bennett Jones Spring 2013 Economic Outlook

Argentina: Then, Now and Next?

Energy And Environment Update -- April 8, 2013

Trade & Manufacturing Alert - April 2013

President Announces Trade Policy Agenda by Jordan Shepherd

World Trade Organization Rules Against Ontario’s “Buy Local” Program

Could A US-EU Free Trade Deal Harm The WTO? [Video]

Free Trade Agreement Updates for 2012

Trade & Manufacturing Alert - February 2013

Antigua and Barbuda: Haven from Minnesota Winters and Copyright Infringement

U.S. Trade Officials Meet with Chinese Counterparts and Report on China’s WTO Compliance by T. Augustine Lo

Negotiations for New International Services Trade Agreement Offer Business Opportunities

Wake up exporters — Do you know what the Government is doing to change the global market In 2013?

REGULATORY: International Trade: Energy Discrimination And International Rules In Hard Times: What’s New This Time Around, And...

REGULATORY: International Trade: LNG Export Requests Pose Challenge for U.S. Trade Policy by Steve Jones

Trade Disputes With Argentina Lead To U.S., E.U., Japanese Request For WTO Panel By T. Augustine Lo

DOE Accepting Comments On Liquid Natural Gas Export Study

Trade & Manufacturing Alert - January 2013

The Canada-China Foreign Investment Protection and Promotion Agreement: A Comparative Analysis to Canada’s Model FIPA

Trade & Manufacturing Alert - December 2012

U.S.-China Trade Concerns Highlighted In Report To Congress

International Trade Actions Complicate Global Market for Renewable Energy Businesses, Particularly in the Solar Sector

Trade Alert: Russia’s WTO Membership and the Gains for Russian Exporters

Russia’s WTO Commitments on Banking Services—Opportunities for Foreign Investors

Doing Business in Canada: International Trade

Could A US-EU Free Trade Deal Harm The WTO? [Video]

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