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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
International Trade
Administration, Department of
Commerce.
ACTION: Notice and call for applications.
AGENCY:
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
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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: IBP2017@trade.gov. 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: IBP2017@
trade.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The IBP
was established in the Omnibus Trade
and Competitiveness Act of 1988 (Pub.
L. 100–418, title II, § 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.
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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 mediumsized 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
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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
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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
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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 (IBP2017@
trade.gov).
Frank Spector,
Trade Promotion Programs.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
International Trade Administration
Meeting of the United States Travel
and Tourism Advisory Board
International Trade
Administration, U.S. Department of
Commerce.
ACTION: Notice of an open meeting.
AGENCY:
The United States Travel and
Tourism Advisory Board (Board) will
hold an open meeting via teleconference
on Wednesday, December 16, 2015. The
Board was re-chartered in August 2015
and advises the Secretary of Commerce
on matters relating to the U.S. travel and
tourism industry. The purpose of the
meeting is for Board members to review
and deliberate on a recommendation
focused on expanding and protecting
the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). The
final agenda will be posted on the
Department of Commerce Web site for
the Board at https://trade.gov/ttab, at
least one week in advance of the
meeting.
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Wednesday, December 16, 2015,
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. The deadline for
members of the public to register,
including requests to make comments
during the meeting and for auxiliary
aids, or to submit written comments for
dissemination prior to the meeting, is 5
p.m. EST on December 9, 2015.
ADDRESSES: The meeting will be held by
conference call. The call-in number and
passcode will be provided by email to
registrants. Requests to register
(including to speak or for auxiliary aids)
and any written comments should be
submitted to: U.S. Travel and Tourism
Advisory Board, U.S. Department of
Commerce, Room 4043, 1401
Constitution Avenue NW., Washington,
DC 20230; email: archana.sahgal@
trade.gov. Members of the public are
encouraged to submit registration
requests and written comments via
email to ensure timely receipt.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Archana Sahgal, the United States
Travel and Tourism Advisory Board,
Room 4043, 1401 Constitution Avenue,
NW., Washington, DC 20230, telephone:
202–482–4501, email: archana.sahgal@
trade.gov.
DATES:
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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Dated: November 23, 2015.
Archana Sahgal,
Executive Secretary, United States Travel and
Tourism Advisory Board.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
International Trade Administration
Meeting of the United States
Manufacturing Council
International Trade
Administration, U.S. Department of
Commerce.
ACTION: Notice of an open meeting.
AGENCY:
Background: The Board advises the
Secretary of Commerce on matters
relating to the U.S. travel and tourism
industry.
Public Participation: The meeting will
be open to the public and will be
accessible to people with disabilities.
All guests are required to register in
advance by the deadline identified
under the DATES caption. Requests for
auxiliary aids must be submitted by the
registration deadline. Last minute
requests will be accepted, but may be
impossible to fill. There will be fifteen
(15) minutes allotted for oral comments
from members of the public joining the
call. To accommodate as many speakers
as possible, the time for public
comments may be limited to three (3)
minutes per person. Individuals wishing
to reserve speaking time during the
meeting must submit a request at the
time of registration, as well as the name
and address of the proposed speaker. If
the number of registrants requesting to
make statements is greater than can be
reasonably accommodated during the
meeting, the International Trade
Administration may conduct a lottery to
determine the speakers. Speakers are
requested to submit a written copy of
their prepared remarks by 5:00 p.m. on
December 9, 2015, for inclusion in the
meeting records and for circulation to
the members of the Travel and Tourism
Advisory Board.
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In addition, any member of the public
may submit pertinent written comments
concerning the Board’s affairs at any
time before or after the meeting.
Comments may be submitted to Archana
Sahgal at the contact information
indicated above. To be considered
during the meeting, comments must be
received no later than 5:00 p.m. EST on
December 9, 2015, to ensure
transmission to the Board prior to the
meeting. Comments received after that
date and time will be distributed to the
members but may not be considered on
the call. Copies of Board meeting
minutes will be available within 90 days
of the meeting.
The United States
Manufacturing Council (Council) will
hold an open meeting via teleconference
on Wednesday, December 16, 2015. The
Council was established in April 2004
to advise the Secretary of Commerce on
matters relating to the U.S.
manufacturing industry. The purpose of
the meeting is for Council members to
review and deliberate on a
recommendation by the Energy
Subcommittee focused on trade
missions. The final agenda will be
posted on the Department of Commerce
Web site for the Council at https://
www.trade.gov/manufacturingcouncil/,
at least one week in advance of the
meeting.
DATES: Wednesday, December 16, 2015,
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m. The deadline for
members of the public to register,
including requests to make comments
during the meeting and for auxiliary
aids, or to submit written comments for
dissemination prior to the meeting, is 5
p.m. EST on December 9, 2015.
ADDRESSES: The meeting will be held by
conference call. The call-in number and
passcode will be provided by email to
registrants. Requests to register
(including to speak or for auxiliary aids)
and any written comments should be
SUMMARY:
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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.
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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: IBP2017@trade.gov. 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: IBP2017@trade.gov.
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.
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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.
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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 (IBP2017@trade.gov).
Frank Spector,
Trade Promotion Programs.
[FR Doc. 2015-30328 Filed 11-27-15; 8:45 am]
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