Mission Statement, 6178-6180 [2010-2492]

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• DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
• International Trade Administration

[Federal Register Volume 75, Number 25 (Monday, February 8, 2010)]
[Notices]
[Pages 6178-6180]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2010-2492]


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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

International Trade Administration


Mission Statement

AGENCY: Department of Commerce, ITA.

ACTION: Notice.

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Mission Statement

    Secretarial Indonesia Clean Energy Business Development Mission May 
23-25, 2010.

Mission Description

    U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gary Locke will lead a senior-level U.S. 
business development mission to Jakarta, Indonesia May 23-25, 2010 to 
discuss market development policies and promote U.S. exports in a broad 
range of clean energy technologies, including the geothermal, biomass, 
hydropower, wind, solar, and energy efficiency sectors.
    The mission will focus on helping U.S. companies already doing 
business in Indonesia to increase their current level of exports and 
business interests, as well as, U.S. companies that are experienced 
exporters enter Indonesia for the first time in support of creating 
green jobs in the United States. Participating firms will gain market 
information, make business and government contacts, solidify business 
strategies, and/or advance specific projects. In each of these 
important sectors, participating U.S. companies will meet with 
prescreened partners, agents, distributors, representatives, and 
licensees. The agenda will also include meetings with high-level 
national and local government officials, networking opportunities, 
country briefings, and seminars.
    The delegation will be comprised of approximately 10-15 U.S. firms 
representing a cross-section of U.S. clean energy industries. The 
mission will also be open to representatives of U.S. trade associations 
in the targeted industries with commercial interest in Indonesia.
    Representatives of the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) 
and the Export-Import Bank of the United States (Ex-Im) will be invited 
to participate to provide information and counseling on their programs, 
as they relate to the Indonesian market.

Commercial Setting

    Indonesia's 47 year legacy as the Organization of the Petroleum 
Exporting Countries' (OPEC) sole Asian member was eclipsed as the 
country became a net importer and exited OPEC. Today, liquid natural 
gas (LNG), thermal coal, and palm oil exports for bio fuel, dominate 
energy exports. Sound fiscal and monetary policies, strong domestic 
consumption, and diversified exports have contributed to the overall 
economic growth of Indonesia, making it one of the world's fastest 
growing economies in 2009. Energy needs have far exceeded supply 
causing the country to embark on multiple initiatives to regain energy 
balance, including a mandate of 15% renewables by 2025, that positions 
this mission perfectly for the U.S. to emphasize the importance of 
policy and competitive trade practices to shape the development of this 
high potential market.
    In 2004, Indonesia's government announced a ``Crash Program'' to 
produce 20,000 MW of additional energy to support economic growth. 
Phase I of the program was confined to coal-fired electricity plants 
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sourced from China. Phase II of the program includes public sector 
guarantees for ``off take'' power purchase agreements by the state-
owned utility and preferences for renewable energy production sources 
such as geothermal--a major opportunity for U.S. firms who are 
competitive in the sector. Beyond the Crash Program, the Indonesian 
government expects a 56% increase in overall energy investments by 
2014. Investment estimates include both public and private funds, which 
will be targeted at increasing the supply of electricity in urban 
areas, while also meeting the country's rural electrification needs. As 
a public service goal, the government of Indonesia intends to provide 
electricity to 90% of the country by 2010.
    Opportunities for clean energy exports from the United States are 
driven in large part by the Indonesian Government's mandate that by 
2025, 15% of the nation's electricity should come from renewable energy 
sources--5% from geothermal sources, 5% from biomass, and 5% from other 
renewables. To accomplish this goal, Indonesia will likely need to add 
6.7 GW of new renewable energy production by 2025.
    Though Indonesia's renewable energy industry offers potential 
growth, barriers still exist that prevent U.S. companies from accessing 
the market and competing with domestic firms. The pricing regime for 
renewable energy, the ``Negative Investment List'' restricting foreign 
investment in small power production facilities that produce less than 
10 MW, the lack of transparency in the tendering process, and subsidies 
for fossil fuel production all forestall the development of cleaner 
energy resources.
    Despite the challenges, Indonesia is open to partnering with U.S. 
clean energy firms and with key U.S. technology and services providers. 
Indonesia's strategic setting in Asia, and its emerging domestic market 
and resources offer significant opportunities for the U.S. clean energy 
industry. Indonesia is home to 40% of the world's known geothermal 
resources and provides additional opportunities in solar, biomass, 
``clean coal'' technology such as gasification or wet coal enhancement, 
and energy efficiency technologies.
    Today, renewable energy currently accounts for a small, but growing 
portion of Indonesia's electricity portfolio. Most renewable energy 
comes from the hydropower and geothermal industries, but growth in 
other renewable energy industries--particularly biomass--is likely 
given the country's significant resource potential and its desire to 
invest in cutting-edge clean energy technologies.

Mission Goals

    This Business Development Mission to Indonesia will demonstrate the 
United States commitment to a sustained economic partnership with 
Indonesia. It will build on recent commercial diplomacy and policy 
development in Indonesia focused on clean energy, transportation, 
science and financing. The mission will combine Secretarial level 
policy dialogue and relationship development with business development 
for U.S. firms. The mission purpose is to support participants as they 
construct a firm foundation for future business in Indonesia and 
specifically aims to:
     Assist in identifying partners and strategies for U.S. 
companies to provide access to Indonesian markets for clean and 
efficient technologies that advance Indonesian goals to reduce 
greenhouse gas emissions.
     Position participant firms as clear and effective voices 
to promote policies and regulatory frameworks that boost demand for 
clean energy products/services and assure U.S. access and commercial 
success.
     Confirm USG support for activities of U.S. business in 
Indonesia and to provide access to senior government decision makers in 
the new Indonesian administration.
     Listen to the needs, suggestions and experience of 
individual participants so as to shape appropriate USG positions 
regarding Indonesia and U.S. business interests.
     Organize private and focused events with local business 
and association leaders capable of becoming partners and clients for 
U.S. firms as they develop their business in Indonesia.
     Assist development of competitive strategies and market 
access with high level information gathering from private and public-
sector leaders.

Mission Scenario

    During the Clean Energy Business Development Mission to Jakarta, 
Indonesia the participants will:
     Meet with high-level government officials.
     Meet with prescreened partners, agents, distributors, 
representatives and licensees.
     Meet with representatives of the Chambers of Commerce, 
industry and trade associations.
     Attend briefings conducted by Embassy officials on the 
economic and commercial climates.
    Receptions and other business events will be organized to provide 
mission participants with further opportunities to speak with local 
business and government representatives, as well as U.S. business 
executives living and working in the region.

Proposed Mission Timetable

Jakarta

Sunday May 23
     Arrive in Jakarta.
     Economic/Market Briefing by U.S. Government Officials.
     Welcome Dinner.
Monday May 24
     Meetings with Indonesian Government Officials.
     Business Event/Briefing with Local Industry 
Representatives.
     Individual Company Appointments.
     Reception Hosted by U.S. Ambassador.
Tuesday May 25
     Business Event/Briefing with Local Industry 
Representatives.
     Individual Company Appointments.
     Mission concludes--Depart Jakarta.

Participation Requirements

    All parties interested in participating in the Indonesia Clean 
Energy Business Development Mission must complete and submit an 
application package for consideration by the Department of Commerce. 
All applicants will be evaluated on their ability to meet certain 
conditions and best satisfy the selection criteria as outlined below. 
Approximately 10-15 companies will be selected from the applicant pool 
to participate in the mission.
    Fees and Expenses: After a company has been selected to participate 
in the mission, a payment to the Department of Commerce in the form of 
a participation fee is required. The participation fee will be $2,800 
for large firms and $1,900 for a small or medium-sized enterprise 
(SME), which includes one principal representative.\1\ The fee for each 
additional firm representative (large firm or SME) is $900. Expenses 
for travel, lodging, some meals, and

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incidentals will be the responsibility of each mission participant.
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    \1\ An SME is defined as a firm with 500 or fewer employees or 
that otherwise qualifies as a small business under SBA regulations 
(see https://www.sba.gov/services/contractingopportunities/sizestandardstopics/). Parent companies, affiliates, and 
subsidiaries will be considered when determining business size. The 
dual pricing schedule reflects the Commercial Service's user fee 
schedule that became effective May 1, 2008 (see https://www.export.gov/newsletter/march2008/initiatives.html for additional 
information).
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    Conditions for Participation: An applicant must submit a completed 
and signed mission application and supplemental application materials, 
including adequate information on the company's products and/or 
services, primary market objectives, and goals for participation. If 
the Office of Business Liaison receives an incomplete application, the 
Department of Commerce may either: reject the application, request 
additional information/clarification, or take the lack of information 
into account when evaluating the applications.
    Each applicant must also:
     Certify that the products and services it seeks to export 
through the mission are either produced in the United States, or, if 
not, marketed under the name of a U.S. firm and have at least fifty-one 
percent U.S. content. In cases where the U.S. content does not exceed 
fifty percent, especially where the applicant intends to pursue 
investment and major project opportunities, the following factors, 
often associated with U.S. ownership, may be considered in determining 
whether the applicant's participation in the trade mission is in the 
U.S. national interest:
     U.S. materials and equipment content;
     U.S. labor content;
     Repatriation of profits to the U.S. economy; and/or
     Potential for follow-on business that would benefit the 
U.S. economy;
     Certify that the export of the products and services that 
it wishes to export through the mission would be in compliance with 
U.S. export controls and regulations;
     Certify that it has identified to the Department of 
Commerce for its evaluation any business pending before the Department 
of Commerce that may present the appearance of a conflict of interest;
     Certify that it has identified any pending litigation 
(including any administrative proceedings) to which it is a party that 
involves the Department of Commerce; and
     Sign and submit an agreement that it and its affiliates 
(1) have not and will not engage in the bribery of foreign officials in 
connection with a company's/participant's involvement in this mission, 
and (2) maintain and enforce a policy that prohibits the bribery of 
foreign officials.

Selection Criteria for Participation

    Selection will be based on the following criteria in decreasing 
order of importance:
     Demonstrated export experience in Indonesia and/or other 
foreign markets;
     Suitability of a company's products or services to the 
Indonesian market and likelihood of a participating company's increased 
exports to or business interests in Indonesia as a result of this 
mission;
     Ability of participant to clearly and effectively promote 
policies and regulatory frameworks that support U.S. access and 
commercial success;
     Current or pending major project participation; and
     Rank/seniority of the designated company representative.
    Additional factors, such as diversity of company size, type, 
location, demographics, and traditional under-representation in 
business, may also be considered during the review process. Referrals 
from political organizations and any documents, including the 
application, containing references to partisan political activities 
(including political contributions) will be removed from an applicant's 
submission and not considered during the selection process.

Timeframe for Recruitment and Applications

    Mission recruitment will be conducted in an open and public manner, 
including publication in the Federal Register, posting on the Commerce 
Department trade mission calendar (http:[sol][sol]www.ita.doc.gov/
doctm/tmcal.html) and other Internet web sites, press releases to 
general and trade media, direct mail, broadcast fax, notices by 
industry trade associations and other multiplier groups, and publicity 
at industry meetings, symposia, conferences, and trade shows. The 
Commerce Department's Office of Business Liaison and the International 
Trade Administration will explore and welcome outreach assistance from 
other interested organizations, including other U.S. Government 
agencies.
    Recruitment for this mission will begin immediately upon approval. 
Applications can be completed on-line at the Indonesia Clean Energy 
Business Development Mission Web site at http:[sol][sol]www.trade.gov/
CleanEnergyMission or can be obtained by contacting the U.S. Department 
of Commerce Office of Business Liaison (202-482-1360 or 
CleanEnergyMission@doc.gov). The application deadline is Friday, 
February 26, 2010. Completed applications should be submitted to the 
Office of Business Liaison. Applications received after Friday, 
February 26, 2010 will be considered only if space and scheduling 
constraints permit.

Contacts

The Office of Business Liaison, 1401 Constitution Avenue, NW., Room 
5062, Washington, DC 20230, Tel: 202-482-1360, Fax: 202-482-4054, E-
mail: CleanEnergyMission@doc.gov.

Sean Timmins,
Global Trade Programs, Commercial Service Trade Missions Program.
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