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Since 1986, International Development Systems has provided clients with up-to-the-minute data and analysis. Our input helps clients to make informed sourcing decisions. Starting with the U.S. textile quota program, and evolving through the development and implementation of Free Trade Agreements and trade preference programs, our experts have guided sourcing professionals through the complicated world of trade policy for twenty-five years.
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May 18, 2012 - Coalition for Prosperous America Circulates New Trade Principles : In May 2012, the Coalition for a Prosperous America (CAP) distributed their “21st Century Trade Agreement Principles.”... > read more
May 18, 2012 - Peterson Institute Report on Doha Calls for “Grand Bargain” to Move Forward; Recommends Immediate Action on Duty-Free Quota-Free : In May 2012, the Peterson Institute for International Economics published a report “Will the World Trade Organization Enjoy a Bright Future?” which suggests the best way to pick up the pieces from the Doha Development Round is to pursue a “grand-bargain.”... > read more
May 18, 2012 - President Obama Announces Suspension of Financial Sanctions on Burma : On May 17, 2012, President Barack Obama announced the suspension of U.S. financial sanctions against Burma. In a statement, the President calls this the “beginning of a new chapter” for bilateral relations. ... > read more
May 18, 2012 - U.S. and Korea Convene First Meeting of FTA Joint Committee : On May 16, 2012, officials from the U.S. and Korea concluded the first meeting of the U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Joint Committee.... > read more
May 18, 2012 - Kissel Amendment on Textiles Passes House Armed Services Committee : On May 14, 2012, An amendment introduced by Representative Larry Kissel (D-NC) was approved as part of the Defense Authorization Act (H.R. 4310). ... > read more
