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U.S., Ghana Hold Sixth Meeting of U.S.-Ghana Trade and Investment Council
July 8, 2010 by Karen Marzullo|Other U.S.

Assistant U.S. Trade Representative Liser recently concluded her two-day visit to Ghana, where she met with senior government officials and private sector representatives to discuss the importance of the U.S.-Ghana trade relationship. Liser also co-chaired with Ghanaian Trade Minister Hannah Tetteh the sixth meeting of the U.S.-Ghana Trade and Investment Council, under the U.S.-Ghana Trade and Investment Framework Agreement, which was signed in 1999.

FSIS Solicits Nominations for Food Microbiological Criteria Committee
July 8, 2010 by Kelly Sly|Other U.S.

The Food Safety and Inspection Service is soliciting nominations for membership on the National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods (which it previously inadvertently published with errors on June 30) to fill twelve vacancies that resulted from a USDA change in the member term limit. Nominations are due by August 9, 2010.

ITA Requests Input on Certain Environmental Exports to China for JCCT Forum
July 8, 2010 by Kelly Sly|Other U.S.

The International Trade Administration requests input regarding foreign or domestic policies or conditions that impede U.S. environmental technology exports to China, with emphasis on water management, to guide the Environment Working Group of the U.S.-China Joint Commission on Commerce and Trade in its October 2010 Environmental Industries Forum agenda, etc.

USTR Announces U.S. Contribution to WTO Technical Assistance Efforts
July 8, 2010 by Karen Marzullo|Other U.S.

U.S. Trade Representative Kirk announced that the U.S. will contribute $1.05 million for trade-related technical assistance (TRTA) to the World Trade Organization. The WTO’s TRTA program provides training for developing countries that enhances their ability to analyze issues, assess their interests and participate effectively in the negotiations. The program also provides these nations with assistance in meeting their WTO obligations and ensures they fully benefit from the results of WTO negotiations.

Topics:World Trade Organization (WTO)
President Issues Statement on Food Safety
July 8, 2010 by Karen Marzullo|Other U.S.

President Obama has issued a statement on food safety. A year ago, the Food Safety Working Group announced key findings on how to upgrade the food safety system. Since then, the Administration has taken steps to ensure the safety of food. He also thanked the House for its work and support efforts in the Senate to pass S. 510, the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act.