Tag: International Trade

Former Defense Secretary Panetta Calls for End to ‘Leadership by Crisis’

The quality of U.S. leadership will determine whether the world will see an American renaissance in coming years or an America in decline, former...

CalChamber, U.S., State, Local Chambers Urge Support for Digital Trade Rules

The California Chamber of Commerce has joined the U.S. Chamber and more than 150 state and local chambers from 45 states in urging the...

Western US Agricultural Trade Association Empowers Small Agribusinesses Through International Trade

As a nonprofit organization funded through the U.S. Department of Agriculture Market Access Program, the Western United States Agricultural Trade Association (WUSATA) offers significant...

Ironstone Vineyards Carves Place for State on World Stage with Dedication, Passion

This article is a part of a series of profiles of CalChamber member companies that are contributing to the state’s economic strength and ability...

CalChamber Member Firms Strengthen Ties to Japan

California’s trade mission to Japan last week included sizable representation from California Chamber of Commerce member companies as part of the 100+-member business delegation. The...

Lt. Governor Redesignated as Governor’s Top Trade Representative

On December 30, 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom redesignated Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis as his top representative to advance California’s economic interests abroad. Lieutenant Governor...

Foreign Direct Investment in State, U.S. Rebounding After Dropping During COVID

International economies continued to be beset by the detrimental effects of the COVID-19 pandemic last year, reducing the amount of foreign direct investment in...

World Trade Organization Pledges to Tackle Reform, Extends Digital Trade No-Tax Pact

The World Trade Organization (WTO) held its 12th Ministerial Conference last week in Geneva after thrice postponing the gathering due to the COVID-19 pandemic. By...

McWong International: Leader in Manufacturing, Lighting, Innovation

This article is part of a series of profiles of CalChamber member companies that are contributing to the state’s economic strength and ability to...

Tension Mixed with Optimism as Business Awaits Upcoming Port Worker Negotiations

Major port congestion and the global supply chain have made headlines frequently over the past two years. With labor talks set to begin May...