International Trade


The world economy is suddenly running low on everything
International Trade
Bloomberg | Top Story | May 17, 2021

The world economy is suddenly running low on everything

‘It is anything but efficient or normal.’ Surging corporate demand is upending global supply chains. 
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China’s Rise Pushes Senate Toward Action on Competitiveness Bill

Bloomberg | May 16, 2021 | International Trade

Bipartisan concern about China’s rising influence is driving the Senate toward passage of legislation aimed at bolstering U.S. competitiveness in technology and manufacturing and delivering money to spur the domestic semiconductor industry.The Senate is poised to begin action this week on the package of bills based on a proposal from Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Indiana Republican Senator Todd Young with the goal of finishing by the end of the month.

Trudeau Government begins work on reopening U.S.-Canada border

Bloomberg | May 14, 2021 | International Trade

Philip Morris faces import ban in Reynolds patent fight

Bloomberg | May 14, 2021 | International Trade

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Guest statement from hearing on post-COVID Federal real estate issues

AJOT | May 14, 2021 | International Trade

Opening remarks, as prepared, of U.S. Rep. Michael Guest (R-MS) from today’s Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management hearing entitled, “Federal Real Estate Post-COVID-19 Part One: A View From The Private Sector”:

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Graves & Guest introduce bill to spur high-speed broadband projects in rural & economically distressed communities

AJOT | May 14, 2021 | International Trade

A bill to remove barriers for communities seeking to use Economic Development Administration (EDA) grants to develop high-speed broadband access was introduced in the House of Representatives today by Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Ranking Member Sam Graves (R-MO) and Rep. Michael Guest (R-MS).

Australia leader repeats ‘one country’ China, Taiwan remark

Bloomberg | May 13, 2021 | International Trade

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New Zealand’s Ardern will pursue closer trade ties with US

Bloomberg | May 13, 2021 | International Trade

New Zealand wants to deepen its trade relationship with the U.S. as well as other key partners and capitalize on its Covid-free status as the world begins to re-open, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said.

Mexico flags US food-plant labor concerns in trade tit-for-tat

Bloomberg | May 13, 2021 | International Trade

U.K. slams EU over Brexit finance ‘threats’ as relations sour

Bloomberg | May 13, 2021 | International Trade

US sanctions Chinese official as it decries rights violations

Bloomberg | May 13, 2021 | International Trade

Oxygen shortage in India sparks hunt for $1,000 machines

Bloomberg | May 13, 2021 | International Trade

US lumber importers drive buying mania for European wood
International Trade
Bloomberg | Top Story | May 12, 2021

US lumber importers drive buying mania for European wood

Facing skyrocketing lumber prices at home, U.S. importers are driving competition for European wood, and winning.
Oxygen shortage in India sparks global hunt for $1,000 machines

Bloomberg | May 12, 2021 | International Trade

Trade chief, key lawmaker call for update of US tariff tools

Bloomberg | May 12, 2021 | International Trade

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US asks Mexico to probe labor rights at GM truck plant

Bloomberg | May 12, 2021 | International Trade

The U.S. asked Mexico to review alleged denial of workers’ rights at a General Motors Co. truck plant in central Mexico, the first time Washington is self-initiating a labor dispute under the new trade pact between the countries.

U.K. business chief urges G-7 to share vaccines with the world

Bloomberg | May 12, 2021 | International Trade

Canadian lumber producers to expand US mills amid home boom
International Trade
Bloomberg | Top Story | May 12, 2021

Canadian lumber producers to expand US mills amid home boom

North American lumber companies plan to ramp up production by expanding existing mills as strong home construction fuels the need for more wood.

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