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What We're Reading: Trendwatch Week 36

Hurricane Dorian; Trade war: US hits China with new wave of tariffs; UK PM challenges Corbyn to back October election

tariffs and trade
USTR seeks industry feedback: Tranches I, II, III

Michael Ford, VP of Government and Industry Affairs, shares a recent update by the USTR which seeks the input from the industry regarding the increase of 30% on Tranches I, II, III set to take effect on October 1, 2019.

tariffs and trade
USTR releases "notice of modification" for Tranche IV

Michael Ford, Vice President of Government and Industry Affairs reviews the USTR notice regarding Tranche IV tariffs posted in the Federal Register.

What We're Reading: Trendwatch Week 35

UK ports welcome steady performance despite political uncertainty; US to up all China tariffs 5 percentage points; Japan and US agree to trade deal at G7

tariffs and trade
Who will make the next move? China announces more punitive tariffs on US goods

Martin Wu, Trade Compliance Manager - Asia, reviews China's recent announcement of new and resumed tariffs on US goods, with some set to take effect on September 1, 2019.

Member of BDP's Business Development Solutions Team spent time learning how to make pizza in Florence after their strategy sessions
5 years strong: a reflection

Gerry Fama, Vice President - Europe, Business Development Solutions, reflects on his 5 year anniversary at BDP and what his journey has taught him thus far.

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Federal Register announces "modification of action" to Section 301

Michael Ford, VP of Government and Industry affairs reviews the recent publication to the Federal Register regarding the Tranche 4 list and additional duties.

What We're Reading: Trendwatch Week 34

Vietnam, Singapore, Indonesia top spots for belt and road plan; UK plans for express medical shipping service ahead of Brexit; US warns Greece over inbound Iranian VLCC

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The trade wars continue churning: Tranche 4

Michael Ford discussed the latest list of affected goods subject to the additional 10 percent tariffs worth $300 billion.

What We're Reading: Trendwatch Week 33

US delays tariff delays; World's largest container ship transits Suez; Scrubbers will help greenhouse gas reduction targets