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Lighthizer Still Securing the Speaker’s Support on USMCA

Published June 18, 2019

On Tuesday, U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer told the Senate Finance Committee that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is being fair and constructive in USMCA discussions. "I know generally what people want and what we can do, I just need someone…

Trump Administration Tries to Speed Up USMCA Ratification

Published May 31, 2019

On Thursday, U.S. Trade Ambassador Robert Lighthizer contacted congressional leaders, saying the full U.S. Mexico Canada agreement will be sent to Capitol Hill within 30 days. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi responded, saying the draft wasn’t a positive step in discussions.…

Making Sure Trading Partners Play By the Rules

Published April 18, 2019

Following Thursday's WTO ruling, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said making sure trade partners play by the rules is vital. He also said the announcement is another victory for American farmers and fairness in the global trade system. U.S. Trade Representative…

Progress Made in Trade Negotiations, More Work Remains

Published April 8, 2019

According to Chinese state media, a consensus has been reached between China and the United States on a text of a trade agreement. The White House said the negotiations have been productive, but “significant work remains.” China’s lead trade negotiator…

U.S. and China Trade Discussions Continue

Published March 13, 2019

U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer hopes a final trade deal between the U.S. and China will be finalized within a matter of weeks. Lighthizer told members of the Senate Finance Committee Tuesday if there’s an agreement between the U.S. and…

Lighthizer Briefs Congress on China Trade Deal

Published March 13, 2019

During testimony before the Senate Finance Committee, U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer said he hopes a final trade deal between the U.S. and China will be finalized within a matter of weeks. "I think there is a bright light on…

Lighthizer Testifies on U.S.-China Trade Negotiations

Published February 28, 2019

On Wednesday, U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer went before the House Ways and Means Committee with the trade relationship between the U.S. and China being the focus. "We are making real progress, but, let me be clear, much still needs…

U.S. Japan Trade Talks to Begin This Month

Published February 27, 2019

U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer told lawmakers trade talks with Japan will likely start in March. Japan is the leading value destination for U.S. beef and pork. U.S. Meat Export Federation Economist Erin Borror says the competitive terrain is getting…

USTR Expresses Hope of a Better China Trade Deal

Published February 27, 2019

Meeting with U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum said there is confidence of a trade agreement being reached between the U.S. and China. "However, negotiations aren't over until they are over," explained Burgum. "Lighthizer indicated the…

Lighthizer Calls USMCA a Quick, Historic Deal

Published October 1, 2018

U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer says the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement is historic in many ways. The agreement covers $1.2 trillion, the biggest agreement in history. The trade agreement was also completed in 14 months. Lighthizer says that pace is…

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Lighthizer Still Securing the Speaker’s Support on USMCA

Trump Administration Tries to Speed Up USMCA Ratification

Making Sure Trading Partners Play By the Rules

Progress Made in Trade Negotiations, More Work Remains

U.S. and China Trade Discussions Continue

Lighthizer Briefs Congress on China Trade Deal

Lighthizer Testifies on U.S.-China Trade Negotiations

U.S. Japan Trade Talks to Begin This Month

USTR Expresses Hope of a Better China Trade Deal

Lighthizer Calls USMCA a Quick, Historic Deal

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