80 FR 74760 - Call for Applications for the International Buyer Program Select Service for Calendar Year 2017
DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
International Trade Administration Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 229 (November 30, 2015)
International Trade Administration
Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 229 (November 30, 2015)
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| FR Document | 2015-30328 |
[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 229 (Monday, November 30, 2015)] [Notices] [Pages 74760-74762] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2015-30328] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE International Trade Administration [Docket No.: 151106999-5999-01] Call for Applications for the International Buyer Program Select Service for Calendar Year 2017 AGENCY: International Trade Administration, Department of Commerce. ACTION: Notice and call for applications. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: The U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC), International Trade Administration (ITA) announces that it will begin accepting applications for the International Buyer Program (IBP) Select service for calendar year 2017 (January 1, 2017, through December 31, 2017). This announcement sets out the objectives, procedures and application review criteria for IBP Select. Under IBP Select, ITA recruits international buyers to U.S. trade shows to meet with U.S suppliers exhibiting at those shows. The main difference between IBP and IBP Select is that IBP offers worldwide promotion, whereas IBP Select focuses on promotion and recruitment in up to five international markets. Specifically, through the IBP Select, the DOC selects domestic trade shows that will receive DOC assistance in the form of targeted promotion and recruitment in up to five foreign markets, export counseling to exhibitors, and export counseling and matchmaking services at the trade show. This notice covers selection for IBP Select participation during calendar year 2017. DATES: Applications for IBP Select must be received by Friday, January 8, 2016. ADDRESSES: The application form can be found at www.export.gov/ibp. Applications may be submitted by any of the following methods: (1) Mail/Hand Delivery Service: International Buyer Program, Trade Promotion Programs, International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, Ronald Reagan Building, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW., Suite 800--Mezzanine Level--Atrium North, Washington, DC 20004; (2) Facsimile: (202) 482-7800; or (3) email: [email protected]. Facsimile and email applications will be accepted as interim applications, and must be followed by a signed original application that is received by the program no later than five (5) business days after the application deadline. To ensure that applications are received by the deadline, applicants are strongly urged to send applications by express delivery service (e.g., U.S. Postal Service Express Delivery, Federal Express, UPS, etc.). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Vidya Desai, Acting Director, International Buyer Program, Trade Promotion Programs, International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW., Ronald Reagan Building, Suite 800M--Mezzanine Level--Atrium North, Washington, DC 20004; Telephone (202) 482-2311; Facsimile: (202) 482-7800; Email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The IBP was established in the Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act of 1988 (Pub. L. 100-418, title II, Sec. 2304, codified at 15 U.S.C. 4724) to bring international buyers together with U.S. firms by promoting leading U.S. trade shows in industries with high export potential. The IBP emphasizes cooperation between the DOC and trade show organizers to benefit U.S. firms exhibiting at selected events and provides practical, hands-on assistance such as export counseling and market analysis to U.S. companies interested in exporting. Shows selected for the IBP Select will provide a venue for U.S. companies interested in expanding their sales into international markets. Through the IBP, the DOC selects trade shows that DOC determines to be leading trade shows with participation by U.S. firms interested in exporting. [[Page 74761]] DOC provides successful applicants with assistance in the form of targeted overseas promotion of the show by U.S. Embassies and Consulates; outreach to show participants about exporting; recruitment of potential buyers to attend the events; and staff assistance in setting up and staffing international trade centers at the events. Targeted promotion in up to five markets can be executed through the overseas offices of ITA or in U.S. Embassies in countries where ITA does not maintain offices. ITA is accepting applications for IBP Select from trade show organizers of trade events taking place between January 1, 2017, and December 31, 2017. Selection of a trade show for IBP Select is valid for one event. A trade show organizer seeking selection for a recurring event must submit a new application for selection for each occurrence of the event. For events that occur more than once in a calendar year, the trade show organizer must submit a separate application for each event. There is no fee required to submit an application. For IBP Select in calendar year 2017, ITA expects to select approximately 8 events from among the applicants. ITA will select those events that are determined to most clearly support the statutory mandate in 15 U.S.C. 4721 to promote U.S. exports, especially those of small- and medium- sized enterprises, and that best meet the selection criteria articulated below. Once selected, applicants will be required to enter into a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the DOC, and submit payment of the $6,000 2017 participation fee (by check or credit card) within 30 days of written notification of acceptance into IBP Select. The MOA constitutes an agreement between the DOC and the show organizer specifying which responsibilities for international promotion and export assistance services at the trade shows are to be undertaken by the DOC as part of the IBP Select and, in turn, which responsibilities are to be undertaken by the show organizer. Anyone requesting application information will be sent a sample copy of the MOA along with the application form and a copy of this Federal Register Notice. Applicants are encouraged to review the MOA closely, as IBP Select participants are expected to comply with all terms, conditions, and obligations in the MOA. Trade show organizer obligations include the construction of an International Trade Center at the trade show, production of an export interest directory, and provision of complimentary hotel accommodations for DOC staff as explained in the MOA. ITA responsibilities include targeted promotion of the trade show and, where feasible, recruitment of international buyers to that show from up to five target markets identified, provision of on-site export assistance to U.S. exhibitors at the show, and the reporting of results to the show organizer. Selection as an IBP Select show does not constitute a guarantee by DOC of the show's success. IBP Select participation status is not an endorsement of the show except as to its international buyer activities. Non-selection of an applicant for IBP Select status should not be viewed as a determination that the event will not be successful in promoting U.S. exports. Eligibility: 2017 U.S. trade events with 1,350 or fewer exhibitors are eligible to apply, through the show organizer, for IBP Select participation. First-time events will also be considered. Exclusions: U.S. trade shows with over 1,350 exhibitors will not be considered for IBP Select. General Evaluation Criteria: ITA will evaluate applicants for IBP Select using the following criteria: (a) Export Potential: The trade show promotes products and services from U.S. industries that have high export potential, as determined by DOC sources, including industry analysts' assessment of export potential, ITA best prospects lists, and U.S. export analysis. (b) Level of International Interest: The trade show meets the needs of a significant number of overseas markets and corresponds to marketing opportunities as identified by ITA. Previous international attendance at the show may be used as an indicator. (c) Scope of the Show: The event must offer a broad spectrum of U.S. made products and services for the subject industry. Trade shows with a majority of U.S. firms as exhibitors are given priority. (d) U.S. Content of Show Exhibitors: Trade shows with exhibitors featuring a high percentage of products produced in the United States or products with a high degree of U.S. content will be preferred. (e) Stature of the Show: The trade show is clearly recognized by the industry it covers as a leading event for the promotion of that industry's products and services both domestically and internationally, and as a showplace for the latest technology or services in that industry. (f) Level of Exhibitor Interest: There is significant interest on the part of U.S. exhibitors in receiving international business visitors during the trade show. A significant number of U.S. exhibitors should be new-to-export or seeking to expand their sales into additional export markets. (g) Level of Overseas Marketing: There has been a demonstrated effort by the applicant to market prior shows overseas. In addition, the applicant should describe in detail the international marketing program to be conducted for the event, and explain how efforts should increase individual and group international attendance. (h) Level of Cooperation: The applicant demonstrates a willingness to cooperate with ITA to fulfill the program's goals and adhere to the target dates set out in the MOA and in the event timetables, both of which are available from the program office (see the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section above). Past experience in the IBP will be taken into account in evaluating the applications received. (i) Delegation Incentives: Waived or reduced (by at least 50%) admission fees are required for international attendees who are participating in IBP Select. Delegation leaders also must be provided complimentary admission to the event. In addition, show organizers should offer a range of incentives to delegations and/or delegation leaders recruited by the DOC overseas posts. Examples of incentives to international visitors and to organized delegations include: Special organized events, such as receptions, meetings with association executives, briefings, and site tours; or complimentary accommodations for delegation leaders. Review Process: ITA will vet all applications received based on the criteria set out in this notice. Vetting will include soliciting input from ITA industry analysts, as well as domestic and international field offices, focusing primarily on the export potential, level of international interest, and stature of the show. In reviewing applications, ITA will also consider sector and calendar diversity in terms of the need to allocate resources to support selected events. Application Requirements: Show organizers submitting applications for 2017 IBP Select are required to submit: (1) A narrative statement addressing each question in the application, OMB 0625-0143 (found at www.export.gov/ibp); and (2) a signed statement that ``The above information provided is correct and the applicant will abide by the terms set forth in this Call for Applications for the International Buyer Program Select (January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017);'' on or before the deadline noted above. Applications for IBP Select must be received by Friday, January 8, 2016. There is no fee required to apply. ITA [[Page 74762]] expects to issue the results of this process in April 2016. Legal Authority: The statutory program authority for ITA to conduct the IBP is 15 U.S.C. 4724. ITA has the legal authority to enter into MOAs with show organizers under the provisions of the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961 (MECEA), as amended (22 U.S.C.s 2455(f) and 2458(c)). MECEA allows ITA to accept contributions of funds and services from firms for the purposes of furthering its mission. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information collection requirements of the application to this program (0625-0143) under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.) (OMB Control No. 0625-0143). Notwithstanding any other provision of law, no person is required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to a penalty for failure to comply with, a collection of information subject to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act, unless that collection of information displays a currently valid OMB Control Number. For further information please contact: Vidya Desai, Acting Director, International Buyer Program ([email protected]). Frank Spector, Trade Promotion Programs. [FR Doc. 2015-30328 Filed 11-27-15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3510-DR-P
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will be limited to those raised in the of the relevant entries during this foreign markets, export counseling to
respective case briefs. review period. Failure to comply with exhibitors, and export counseling and
The Department intends to issue the this requirement could result in the matchmaking services at the trade show.
final results of this administrative Secretary’s presumption that This notice covers selection for IBP
review, including the results of its reimbursement of antidumping duties Select participation during calendar
analysis of the issues raised in any occurred and the subsequent assessment year 2017.
written briefs, not later than 120 days of doubled antidumping duties. DATES: Applications for IBP Select must
after the date of publication of this be received by Friday, January 8, 2016.
notice, pursuant to section 751(a)(3)(A) Notification to Interested Parties
ADDRESSES: The application form can be
of the Act. We are issuing and publishing these found at www.export.gov/ibp.
results in accordance with sections Applications may be submitted by any
Assessment Rates 751(a)(1) and 777(i)(1) of the Act. of the following methods: (1) Mail/Hand
Upon issuance of the final results, the Dated: November 20, 2015. Delivery Service: International Buyer
Department shall determine, and U.S.
Paul Piquado, Program, Trade Promotion Programs,
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) International Trade Administration,
Assistant Secretary for Enforcement and
shall assess, antidumping duties on all U.S. Department of Commerce, Ronald
Compliance.
appropriate entries covered by this Reagan Building, 1300 Pennsylvania
review. If the preliminary results are Appendix—List of Topics Discussed in
Ave. NW., Suite 800—Mezzanine
unchanged for the final results we will the Preliminary Decision Memorandum
Level—Atrium North, Washington, DC
instruct CBP to apply an ad valorem A. Summary 20004; (2) Facsimile: (202) 482–7800; or
assessment rate of 22.00 percent to all B. Background (3) email: IBP2017@trade.gov. Facsimile
entries of subject merchandise during C. Scope of the Order and email applications will be accepted
the POR which were produced and/or D. Discussion of the Methodology as interim applications, and must be
exported by KME Italy. 1. Use of Facts Otherwise Available
a. Use of Facts Available
followed by a signed original
We intend to issue liquidation application that is received by the
instructions to CBP 15 days after b. Application of Facts Available With an
Adverse Inference program no later than five (5) business
publication of the final results of days after the application deadline. To
c. Selection and Corroboration of
review. Information Used as Facts Available ensure that applications are received by
Cash Deposit Requirements E. Recommendation the deadline, applicants are strongly
The following deposit requirements [FR Doc. 2015–30340 Filed 11–27–15; 8:45 am] urged to send applications by express
will be effective upon publication of the BILLING CODE 3510–DS–P delivery service (e.g., U.S. Postal Service
notice of final results of administrative Express Delivery, Federal Express, UPS,
etc.).
review for all shipments of BSS from
DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Italy entered, or withdrawn from
warehouse, for consumption on or after Vidya Desai, Acting Director,
International Trade Administration International Buyer Program, Trade
the date of publication, as provided by
section 751(a)(2) of the Act: (1) The cash [Docket No.: 151106999–5999–01] Promotion Programs, International
deposit rate for the reviewed company Trade Administration, U.S. Department
Call for Applications for the of Commerce, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave.
will be the rate established in the final
International Buyer Program Select NW., Ronald Reagan Building, Suite
results of this review; (2) for
Service for Calendar Year 2017 800M—Mezzanine Level—Atrium
merchandise exported by manufacturers
or exporters not covered in this review North, Washington, DC 20004;
AGENCY: International Trade
but covered in a prior segment of the Telephone (202) 482–2311; Facsimile:
Administration, Department of
proceeding, the cash deposit rate will (202) 482–7800; Email: IBP2017@
Commerce.
continue to be the company-specific rate trade.gov.
ACTION: Notice and call for applications.
published for the most recently SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The IBP
completed segment of this proceeding; SUMMARY: The U.S. Department of was established in the Omnibus Trade
(3) if the exporter is not a firm covered Commerce (DOC), International Trade and Competitiveness Act of 1988 (Pub.
in this review, a prior review, or the Administration (ITA) announces that it L. 100–418, title II, § 2304, codified at
less-than-fair-value investigation but the will begin accepting applications for the 15 U.S.C. 4724) to bring international
manufacturer is, the cash deposit rate International Buyer Program (IBP) Select buyers together with U.S. firms by
will be the rate established for the most service for calendar year 2017 (January promoting leading U.S. trade shows in
recently completed segment of this 1, 2017, through December 31, 2017). industries with high export potential.
proceeding for the manufacturer of the This announcement sets out the The IBP emphasizes cooperation
merchandise; (4) if neither the exporter objectives, procedures and application between the DOC and trade show
nor the manufacturer has its own rate, review criteria for IBP Select. Under IBP organizers to benefit U.S. firms
the cash deposit rate will be 5.44 Select, ITA recruits international buyers exhibiting at selected events and
percent. These deposit requirements, to U.S. trade shows to meet with U.S provides practical, hands-on assistance
when imposed, shall remain in effect suppliers exhibiting at those shows. The such as export counseling and market
until further notice. main difference between IBP and IBP analysis to U.S. companies interested in
Select is that IBP offers worldwide
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exporting. Shows selected for the IBP
Notifications to Importers promotion, whereas IBP Select focuses Select will provide a venue for U.S.
This notice serves as a preliminary on promotion and recruitment in up to companies interested in expanding their
reminder to importers of their five international markets. Specifically, sales into international markets.
responsibility under 19 CFR through the IBP Select, the DOC selects Through the IBP, the DOC selects
351.402(f)(2) to file a certificate domestic trade shows that will receive trade shows that DOC determines to be
regarding the reimbursement of DOC assistance in the form of targeted leading trade shows with participation
antidumping duties prior to liquidation promotion and recruitment in up to five by U.S. firms interested in exporting.
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expects to issue the results of this DATES: Wednesday, December 16, 2015, In addition, any member of the public
process in April 2016. 1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. The deadline for may submit pertinent written comments
Legal Authority: The statutory members of the public to register, concerning the Board’s affairs at any
program authority for ITA to conduct including requests to make comments time before or after the meeting.
the IBP is 15 U.S.C. 4724. ITA has the during the meeting and for auxiliary Comments may be submitted to Archana
legal authority to enter into MOAs with aids, or to submit written comments for Sahgal at the contact information
show organizers under the provisions of dissemination prior to the meeting, is 5 indicated above. To be considered
the Mutual Educational and Cultural p.m. EST on December 9, 2015. during the meeting, comments must be
Exchange Act of 1961 (MECEA), as ADDRESSES: The meeting will be held by received no later than 5:00 p.m. EST on
amended (22 U.S.C.s 2455(f) and conference call. The call-in number and December 9, 2015, to ensure
2458(c)). MECEA allows ITA to accept passcode will be provided by email to transmission to the Board prior to the
contributions of funds and services from registrants. Requests to register meeting. Comments received after that
firms for the purposes of furthering its (including to speak or for auxiliary aids) date and time will be distributed to the
mission. and any written comments should be members but may not be considered on
The Office of Management and Budget submitted to: U.S. Travel and Tourism the call. Copies of Board meeting
(OMB) has approved the information Advisory Board, U.S. Department of minutes will be available within 90 days
collection requirements of the Commerce, Room 4043, 1401 of the meeting.
application to this program (0625–0143) Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, Dated: November 23, 2015.
under the provisions of the Paperwork DC 20230; email: archana.sahgal@ Archana Sahgal,
Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 trade.gov. Members of the public are Executive Secretary, United States Travel and
et seq.) (OMB Control No. 0625–0143). encouraged to submit registration Tourism Advisory Board.
Notwithstanding any other provision of requests and written comments via [FR Doc. 2015–30284 Filed 11–27–15; 8:45 am]
law, no person is required to respond to, email to ensure timely receipt. BILLING CODE 3510–DS–P
nor shall a person be subject to a
penalty for failure to comply with, a FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
collection of information subject to the Archana Sahgal, the United States
Travel and Tourism Advisory Board, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
requirements of the Paperwork
Reduction Act, unless that collection of Room 4043, 1401 Constitution Avenue, International Trade Administration
information displays a currently valid NW., Washington, DC 20230, telephone:
OMB Control Number. 202–482–4501, email: archana.sahgal@ Meeting of the United States
For further information please trade.gov. Manufacturing Council
contact: Vidya Desai, Acting Director, SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: AGENCY: International Trade
International Buyer Program (IBP2017@ Background: The Board advises the Administration, U.S. Department of
trade.gov). Secretary of Commerce on matters Commerce.
Frank Spector, relating to the U.S. travel and tourism ACTION: Notice of an open meeting.
Trade Promotion Programs. industry.
Public Participation: The meeting will SUMMARY: The United States
[FR Doc. 2015–30328 Filed 11–27–15; 8:45 am]
be open to the public and will be Manufacturing Council (Council) will
BILLING CODE 3510–DR–P
accessible to people with disabilities. hold an open meeting via teleconference
All guests are required to register in on Wednesday, December 16, 2015. The
DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE advance by the deadline identified Council was established in April 2004
under the DATES caption. Requests for to advise the Secretary of Commerce on
International Trade Administration auxiliary aids must be submitted by the matters relating to the U.S.
registration deadline. Last minute manufacturing industry. The purpose of
Meeting of the United States Travel requests will be accepted, but may be the meeting is for Council members to
and Tourism Advisory Board impossible to fill. There will be fifteen review and deliberate on a
(15) minutes allotted for oral comments recommendation by the Energy
AGENCY: International Trade Subcommittee focused on trade
Administration, U.S. Department of from members of the public joining the
call. To accommodate as many speakers missions. The final agenda will be
Commerce. posted on the Department of Commerce
ACTION: Notice of an open meeting. as possible, the time for public
comments may be limited to three (3) Web site for the Council at http://
SUMMARY: The United States Travel and minutes per person. Individuals wishing www.trade.gov/manufacturingcouncil/,
Tourism Advisory Board (Board) will to reserve speaking time during the at least one week in advance of the
hold an open meeting via teleconference meeting must submit a request at the meeting.
on Wednesday, December 16, 2015. The time of registration, as well as the name DATES: Wednesday, December 16, 2015,
Board was re-chartered in August 2015 and address of the proposed speaker. If 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m. The deadline for
and advises the Secretary of Commerce the number of registrants requesting to members of the public to register,
on matters relating to the U.S. travel and make statements is greater than can be including requests to make comments
tourism industry. The purpose of the reasonably accommodated during the during the meeting and for auxiliary
meeting is for Board members to review meeting, the International Trade aids, or to submit written comments for
and deliberate on a recommendation Administration may conduct a lottery to dissemination prior to the meeting, is 5
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focused on expanding and protecting determine the speakers. Speakers are p.m. EST on December 9, 2015.
the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). The requested to submit a written copy of ADDRESSES: The meeting will be held by
final agenda will be posted on the their prepared remarks by 5:00 p.m. on conference call. The call-in number and
Department of Commerce Web site for December 9, 2015, for inclusion in the passcode will be provided by email to
the Board at http://trade.gov/ttab, at meeting records and for circulation to registrants. Requests to register
least one week in advance of the the members of the Travel and Tourism (including to speak or for auxiliary aids)
meeting. Advisory Board. and any written comments should be
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| Section | Notices | |
| Action | Notice and call for applications. | |
| Dates | Applications for IBP Select must be received by Friday, January 8, 2016. | |
| Contact | Vidya Desai, Acting Director, International Buyer Program, Trade Promotion Programs, International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW., Ronald Reagan Building, Suite 800M--Mezzanine Level--Atrium North, Washington, DC 20004; Telephone (202) 482-2311; Facsimile: (202) 482-7800; Email: [email protected] | |
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