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If APHIS decides, based on its review
of the petition and its evaluation and
analysis of comments received during
the 60-day public comment period on
the petition, that the petition involves a
GE organism that raises no substantive
new issues, APHIS will follow
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APHIS’ preliminary regulatory
determination along with its draft EA,
preliminary finding of no significant
impact (FONSI), and its draft plant pest
risk assessment (PPRA) for a 30-day
public review period. APHIS will
evaluate any information received
related to the petition and its supporting
documents during the 30-day public
review period.
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of the petition and its evaluation and
analysis of comments received during
the 60-day public comment period on
the petition, that the petition involves a
GE organism that raises substantive new
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written comments from the public on a
draft EA and draft PPRA for a 30-day
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comments on the draft EA and draft
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final EA, a National Environmental
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regarding a GE organism’s regulatory
status, APHIS prepares a PPRA to assess
the plant pest risk of the article. APHIS
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APHIS has prepared a draft PPRA and
has concluded that BASF canola
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been genetically engineered to allow for
the synthesis of long chain omega-3
polyunsaturated fatty acids, including
EPA and DHA, from oleic acid in canola
seed, and for resistance to an
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injure, cause damage to, or cause
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virus or viroid, an infectious agent or
other pathogen, or any article similar to
or allied with any of the foregoing.
APHIS has also prepared a draft EA in
which we present two alternatives based
on our analysis of data submitted by
BASF, a review of other scientific data,
field tests conducted under APHIS
oversight, and comments received on
the petition. APHIS is considering the
following alternatives: (1) Take no
action, i.e., APHIS would not change the
regulatory status of canola designated as
event LBFLFK, or (2) make a
determination of nonregulated status of
canola designated as event LBFLFK.
The draft EA was prepared in
accordance with (1) NEPA, as amended
(42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.), (2) regulations
of the Council on Environmental
Quality for implementing the
procedural provisions of NEPA (40 CFR
parts 1500–1508), (3) U.S. Department
of Agriculture regulations implementing
NEPA (7 CFR part 1b), and (4) APHIS’
NEPA Implementing Procedures (7 CFR
part 372).
In accordance with our process for
soliciting public input when
considering petitions for determinations
of nonregulated status for GE organisms,
we are publishing this notice to inform
the public that APHIS will accept
written comments on our draft EA and
our draft PPRA regarding the petition
for a determination of nonregulated
status from interested or affected
persons for a period of 30 days from the
date of this notice. Copies of the draft
EA and the draft PPRA, as well as the
previously published petition, are
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and FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT
above.
After the 30-day comment period
closes, APHIS will review and evaluate
any information received during the
comment period and any other relevant
information. After reviewing and
evaluating the comments on the draft
EA and the draft PPRA and other
information, APHIS will revise the
PPRA as necessary and prepare a final
EA. Based on the final EA, APHIS will
prepare a NEPA decision document
(either a FONSI or a notice of intent to
prepare an environmental impact
statement). If a FONSI is reached,
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petitioner, either approving or denying
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Authority: 7 U.S.C. 7701–7772 and 7781–
7786; 31 U.S.C. 9701; 7 CFR 2.22, 2.80, and
371.3.
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April 2019.
Kevin Shea,
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Inspection Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
International Trade Administration
[Docket No.: 190319246–9246–01]
Call for Applications for the
International Buyer Program Quarter 4
Calendar Year 2019
International Trade
Administration, Department of
Commerce.
ACTION: Notice and call for applications.
AGENCY:
In this notice, the U.S.
Department of Commerce (DOC)
International Trade Administration
(ITA) announces that it will accept
applications for the International Buyer
Program (IBP) for quarter 4 of calendar
year 2019 (October 1, 2019, through
December 31, 2019). This
announcement also sets out the
objectives, procedures and application
review criteria for the IBP. The purpose
of the IBP is to bring international
buyers together with U.S. firms in
industries with high export potential at
leading U.S. trade shows. Specifically,
through the IBP, the ITA selects
domestic trade shows which will
receive ITA services in the form of
global promotion in foreign markets,
recruitment of foreign buyers, and
provision of export counseling to
exhibitors at the trade show. This notice
covers selection for IBP participation
during quarter 4 of calendar year 2019.
As previously announced, ITA
recently conducted a program review of
the IBP and is developing a new ITA
menu of services/activities for trade
shows. The new menu of services will
expand upon the User Fee Schedule for
ITA’s Global Markets bureau and will be
available for trade show organizers that
meet transparent eligibility
requirements. The goal is to create
greater access to ITA services, while
also promoting consistency, efficiency,
and flexibility. When finalized, ITA will
announce the new menu of services in
a Federal Register notice. Until such
time, the IBP remains unchanged.
SUMMARY:
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Applications for the IBP for
quarter 4 of calendar year 2019 must be
received by May 20, 2019.
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 (including express)
Delivery Service: International Buyer
Program, Trade Promotion Programs,
International Trade Administration,
U.S. Department of Commerce, 1401
Constitution Ave. NW, Mailstop 52024,
Washington, DC 20230; or
(2) Email: IBP2019@trade.gov. Email
applications will be accepted as interim
applications, but 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, Senior Advisor for Trade
Events, Trade Promotion Programs,
International Trade Administration,
U.S. Department of Commerce, 1401
Constitution Ave. NW, Mailstop 52024,
Washington, DC 20230; Telephone (202)
482–2311; Email: IBP2019@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 shows 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
will provide a venue for U.S. companies
interested in expanding their sales into
international markets.
Through the IBP, ITA selects U.S.
trade shows, with participation by U.S.
firms interested in exporting, that ITA
determines to be leading international
trade shows, for promotion in overseas
markets by U.S. Embassies and
Consulates. The DOC is authorized to
provide successful applicants with
services in the form of overseas
promotion of the show; outreach to
show participants about exporting;
recruitment of potential buyers to attend
the events; and staff assistance in setting
up international trade centers at the
shows. Worldwide promotion is
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executed through ITA offices at U.S.
Embassies and Consulates in more than
75 countries representing the United
States’ major trading partners, and also
in Embassies in countries where ITA
does not maintain offices.
ITA is accepting applications from
trade show organizers for the IBP for
trade shows taking place between
October 1, 2019, and December 31,
2019. Selection of a trade show is valid
for one show, i.e., a trade show
organizer seeking selection for a
recurring show must submit a new
application for selection for each
occurrence of the show. For shows that
occur more than once in a calendar year,
the trade show organizer must submit a
separate application for each show.
For the IBP in quarter 4 of calendar
year 2019, the ITA will select those
shows that are determined to most
clearly meet the statutory mandate in 15
U.S.C. 4721 to promote U.S. exports,
especially those of small- and mediumsized enterprises, and the selection
criteria articulated below.
There is no fee required to submit an
application. If accepted into the
program for quarter 4 of calendar year
2019, a participation fee of $9,800 is
required for shows of five days or fewer.
For trade shows more than five days in
duration, or requiring more than one
International Trade Center, a
participation fee of $15,000 is required.
For trade shows ten days or more in
duration, and/or requiring more than
two International Trade Centers, the
participation fee will be determined by
DOC and stated in the written
notification of acceptance calculated on
a full cost recovery basis. Successful
applicants will be required to enter into
a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA)
with ITA within 10 days of written
notification of acceptance into the
program. The participation fee (by check
or credit card) is due within 30 days of
written notification of acceptance into
the program.
The MOA constitutes an agreement
between ITA and the show organizer
specifying which responsibilities for
international promotion and export
assistance services at the trade shows
are to be undertaken by ITA as part of
the IBP 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 and a copy of this Federal
Register Notice. Applicants are
encouraged to review the MOA closely
as IBP participants are required to
comply with all terms, conditions, and
obligations in the MOA. Trade show
organizer obligations include, but are
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not limited to, providing waived or
reduced admission fees for international
attendees who are participating in the
IBP, 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.
Some of the most important
commitments for the trade show
organizer are to: Include in the terms
and conditions of its exhibitor contracts
provisions for the protection of
intellectual property rights (IPR); to
have procedures in place at the trade
show to address IPR infringement
which, at a minimum, provide
information to help U.S. exhibitors
procure legal representation during the
trade show; and to agree to assist the
DOC to reach and educate U.S.
exhibitors on the Strategy Targeting
Organized Piracy (STOP!), IPR
protection measures available during
the show, and the means to protect IPR
in overseas markets, as well as in the
United States. ITA responsibilities
include, but are not limited to, the
worldwide promotion of the trade show
and, where feasible, recruitment of
international buyers to that show,
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 partner does not
constitute a guarantee by DOC of the
show’s success. IBP selection is not an
endorsement of the show except as to its
international buyer activities. Nonselection of an applicant for the IBP
should not be viewed as a determination
that the show will not be successful in
promoting U.S. exports.
Eligibility: All 2019 U.S. trade shows
taking place between October 1, 2019,
and December 31, 2019, are eligible to
apply for IBP participation through the
show organizer.
Exclusions: Trade shows that are
either first-time or horizontal (nonindustry specific) shows generally will
not be considered.
General Evaluation Criteria: The ITA
will evaluate shows for the International
Buyer Program 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 statistics.
(b) Level of International Interest: The
trade show meets the needs of a
significant number of overseas markets
and corresponds to marketing
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opportunities as identified by ITA.
Previous international attendance at the
show may be used as an indicator of
such interest.
(c) Scope of the Show: The show
offers 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 will be 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 show 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: U.S.
exhibitors have expressed interest in
receiving international business visitors
during the trade show. A significant
number of U.S. exhibitors should be
seeking to begin exporting or to expand
their sales into additional export
markets.
(g) Level of Overseas Marketing: There
has been a demonstrated effort by the
applicant to market this show and prior
related shows. For this criterion, the
applicant should describe in detail,
among other information, the
international marketing program to be
conducted for the show, and explain
how efforts should increase individual
and group international attendance.
(h) Logistics: The trade show site,
facilities, transportation services, and
availability of accommodations at the
site of the exhibition (i.e., International
Trade Center, interpreters) are capable
of accommodating large numbers of
attendees whose native language will
not be English.
(i) Level of Cooperation: The
applicant demonstrates a willingness to
cooperate with the ITA to fulfill the
program’s goals and adhere to the target
dates set out in the MOA and in the
show 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.
(j) Delegation Incentives: The IBP
Office will be evaluating the level and/
or range of incentives offered to
delegations and/or delegation leaders
recruited by U.S. overseas Embassies
and Consulates. Examples of incentives
to international visitors and to
organized delegations include: Special
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organized events, such as receptions,
meetings with association executives,
briefings, and site tours; and
complimentary accommodations for
delegation leaders (beyond those
required in the MOA).
Review Process: ITA will evaluate all
applications received based on the
criteria set out in this notice. Vetting
will focus primarily on the export
potential, level of international interest,
and stature of the show. In reviewing
applications, ITA will also consider
scheduling and sector balance in terms
of the need to allocate resources to
support selected shows.
Application Requirements: Show
organizers submitting applications for
quarter 4 of calendar year 2019 IBP are
requested to submit: (1) A narrative
statement addressing each question in
the application, Form OMB 0625–0143
(found at www.export.gov/ibp); (2) a
signed statement that ‘‘The information
submitted in this application is correct
and the applicant will abide by the
terms set forth in the Call for
Applications for the 2019 International
Buyer Program (October 1, 2019,
through December 31, 2019);’’ and (3)
two copies of the application: One copy
of the application printed on company
letterhead, and one electronic copy of
the application emailed to IBP2019@
trade.gov in Microsoft Word® format, on
or before the deadline noted above.
There is no fee required to apply.
Applications for the IBP must be
received by May 20, 2019. ITA expects
to issue the results of its review process
in June 2019.
Legal Authority: The statutory
program authority for the ITA to
conduct the International Buyer
Program is 15 U.S.C. 4724. The DOC 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. 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 (Form OMB
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
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information displays a currently valid
OMB Control Number.
For further information please
contact: Vidya Desai, Senior Advisor for
Trade Events, Trade Promotion
Programs (IBP2019@trade.gov).
Gemal Brangman,
Team Leader, Trade Promotion Programs.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
International Trade Administration
[Docket No.: 190319246-9246-01]
Call for Applications for the International Buyer Program Quarter
4 Calendar Year 2019
AGENCY: International Trade Administration, Department of Commerce.
ACTION: Notice and call for applications.
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SUMMARY: In this notice, the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC)
International Trade Administration (ITA) announces that it will accept
applications for the International Buyer Program (IBP) for quarter 4 of
calendar year 2019 (October 1, 2019, through December 31, 2019). This
announcement also sets out the objectives, procedures and application
review criteria for the IBP. The purpose of the IBP is to bring
international buyers together with U.S. firms in industries with high
export potential at leading U.S. trade shows. Specifically, through the
IBP, the ITA selects domestic trade shows which will receive ITA
services in the form of global promotion in foreign markets,
recruitment of foreign buyers, and provision of export counseling to
exhibitors at the trade show. This notice covers selection for IBP
participation during quarter 4 of calendar year 2019.
As previously announced, ITA recently conducted a program review of
the IBP and is developing a new ITA menu of services/activities for
trade shows. The new menu of services will expand upon the User Fee
Schedule for ITA's Global Markets bureau and will be available for
trade show organizers that meet transparent eligibility requirements.
The goal is to create greater access to ITA services, while also
promoting consistency, efficiency, and flexibility. When finalized, ITA
will announce the new menu of services in a Federal Register notice.
Until such time, the IBP remains unchanged.
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DATES: Applications for the IBP for quarter 4 of calendar year 2019
must be received by May 20, 2019.
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 (including express) Delivery Service: International
Buyer Program, Trade Promotion Programs, International Trade
Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, 1401 Constitution Ave. NW,
Mailstop 52024, Washington, DC 20230; or
(2) Email: [email protected]. Email applications will be accepted
as interim applications, but 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, Senior Advisor for Trade
Events, Trade Promotion Programs, International Trade Administration,
U.S. Department of Commerce, 1401 Constitution Ave. NW, Mailstop 52024,
Washington, DC 20230; Telephone (202) 482-2311; 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
shows 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 will provide a venue for U.S.
companies interested in expanding their sales into international
markets.
Through the IBP, ITA selects U.S. trade shows, with participation
by U.S. firms interested in exporting, that ITA determines to be
leading international trade shows, for promotion in overseas markets by
U.S. Embassies and Consulates. The DOC is authorized to provide
successful applicants with services in the form of overseas promotion
of the show; outreach to show participants about exporting; recruitment
of potential buyers to attend the events; and staff assistance in
setting up international trade centers at the shows. Worldwide
promotion is executed through ITA offices at U.S. Embassies and
Consulates in more than 75 countries representing the United States'
major trading partners, and also in Embassies in countries where ITA
does not maintain offices.
ITA is accepting applications from trade show organizers for the
IBP for trade shows taking place between October 1, 2019, and December
31, 2019. Selection of a trade show is valid for one show, i.e., a
trade show organizer seeking selection for a recurring show must submit
a new application for selection for each occurrence of the show. For
shows that occur more than once in a calendar year, the trade show
organizer must submit a separate application for each show.
For the IBP in quarter 4 of calendar year 2019, the ITA will select
those shows that are determined to most clearly meet the statutory
mandate in 15 U.S.C. 4721 to promote U.S. exports, especially those of
small- and medium-sized enterprises, and the selection criteria
articulated below.
There is no fee required to submit an application. If accepted into
the program for quarter 4 of calendar year 2019, a participation fee of
$9,800 is required for shows of five days or fewer. For trade shows
more than five days in duration, or requiring more than one
International Trade Center, a participation fee of $15,000 is required.
For trade shows ten days or more in duration, and/or requiring more
than two International Trade Centers, the participation fee will be
determined by DOC and stated in the written notification of acceptance
calculated on a full cost recovery basis. Successful applicants will be
required to enter into a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with ITA within
10 days of written notification of acceptance into the program. The
participation fee (by check or credit card) is due within 30 days of
written notification of acceptance into the program.
The MOA constitutes an agreement between ITA and the show organizer
specifying which responsibilities for international promotion and
export assistance services at the trade shows are to be undertaken by
ITA as part of the IBP 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 and a copy of this Federal Register Notice. Applicants are
encouraged to review the MOA closely as IBP participants are required
to comply with all terms, conditions, and obligations in the MOA. Trade
show organizer obligations include, but are not limited to, providing
waived or reduced admission fees for international attendees who are
participating in the IBP, 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. Some of the most important commitments for the
trade show organizer are to: Include in the terms and conditions of its
exhibitor contracts provisions for the protection of intellectual
property rights (IPR); to have procedures in place at the trade show to
address IPR infringement which, at a minimum, provide information to
help U.S. exhibitors procure legal representation during the trade
show; and to agree to assist the DOC to reach and educate U.S.
exhibitors on the Strategy Targeting Organized Piracy (STOP!), IPR
protection measures available during the show, and the means to protect
IPR in overseas markets, as well as in the United States. ITA
responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the worldwide
promotion of the trade show and, where feasible, recruitment of
international buyers to that show, 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 partner does not constitute a guarantee by DOC
of the show's success. IBP selection is not an endorsement of the show
except as to its international buyer activities. Non-selection of an
applicant for the IBP should not be viewed as a determination that the
show will not be successful in promoting U.S. exports.
Eligibility: All 2019 U.S. trade shows taking place between October
1, 2019, and December 31, 2019, are eligible to apply for IBP
participation through the show organizer.
Exclusions: Trade shows that are either first-time or horizontal
(non-industry specific) shows generally will not be considered.
General Evaluation Criteria: The ITA will evaluate shows for the
International Buyer Program 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 statistics.
(b) Level of International Interest: The trade show meets the needs
of a significant number of overseas markets and corresponds to
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opportunities as identified by ITA. Previous international attendance
at the show may be used as an indicator of such interest.
(c) Scope of the Show: The show offers 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 will be 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 show 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: U.S. exhibitors have expressed
interest in receiving international business visitors during the trade
show. A significant number of U.S. exhibitors should be seeking to
begin exporting or to expand their sales into additional export
markets.
(g) Level of Overseas Marketing: There has been a demonstrated
effort by the applicant to market this show and prior related shows.
For this criterion, the applicant should describe in detail, among
other information, the international marketing program to be conducted
for the show, and explain how efforts should increase individual and
group international attendance.
(h) Logistics: The trade show site, facilities, transportation
services, and availability of accommodations at the site of the
exhibition (i.e., International Trade Center, interpreters) are capable
of accommodating large numbers of attendees whose native language will
not be English.
(i) Level of Cooperation: The applicant demonstrates a willingness
to cooperate with the ITA to fulfill the program's goals and adhere to
the target dates set out in the MOA and in the show 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.
(j) Delegation Incentives: The IBP Office will be evaluating the
level and/or range of incentives offered to delegations and/or
delegation leaders recruited by U.S. overseas Embassies and Consulates.
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; and
complimentary accommodations for delegation leaders (beyond those
required in the MOA).
Review Process: ITA will evaluate all applications received based
on the criteria set out in this notice. Vetting will focus primarily on
the export potential, level of international interest, and stature of
the show. In reviewing applications, ITA will also consider scheduling
and sector balance in terms of the need to allocate resources to
support selected shows.
Application Requirements: Show organizers submitting applications
for quarter 4 of calendar year 2019 IBP are requested to submit: (1) A
narrative statement addressing each question in the application, Form
OMB 0625-0143 (found at www.export.gov/ibp); (2) a signed statement
that ``The information submitted in this application is correct and the
applicant will abide by the terms set forth in the Call for
Applications for the 2019 International Buyer Program (October 1, 2019,
through December 31, 2019);'' and (3) two copies of the application:
One copy of the application printed on company letterhead, and one
electronic copy of the application emailed to [email protected] in
Microsoft Word[supreg] format, on or before the deadline noted above.
There is no fee required to apply. Applications for the IBP must be
received by May 20, 2019. ITA expects to issue the results of its
review process in June 2019.
Legal Authority: The statutory program authority for the ITA to
conduct the International Buyer Program is 15 U.S.C. 4724. The DOC 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. 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
(Form OMB 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, Senior Advisor
for Trade Events, Trade Promotion Programs ([email protected]).
Gemal Brangman,
Team Leader, Trade Promotion Programs.
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