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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
International Trade Administration
Announcement of Approved
International Trade Administration
Business Development Mission
International Trade
Administration, Department of
Commerce.
SUMMARY: The United States Department
of Commerce, International Trade
Administration (ITA), is announcing
one upcoming business development
mission that will be recruited,
organized, and implemented by ITA.
This mission is: U.S. Aerospace &
Defense Trade Mission to Denmark and
Sweden—October 21–24, 2024. A
summary of the mission is found below.
Application information and more
detailed mission information, including
the commercial setting and sector
information, can be found at the trade
mission website: https://www.trade.gov/
trade-missions. For each 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 (https://
www.trade.gov/trade-missionsschedule) and other internet websites,
press releases to general and trade
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media, direct mail, broadcast fax,
notices by industry trade associations
and other multiplier groups, and
publicity at industry meetings,
symposia, conferences, and trade shows.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Jeffrey Odum, Events Management Task
Force, International Trade
Administration, U.S. Department of
Commerce, 1401 Constitution Avenue
NW, Washington, DC 20230; telephone:
(202) 482–6397 or email Jeffrey.Odum@
trade.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
The Following Conditions for
Participation Will Be Used for the
Mission
Applicants must submit a completed
and signed mission application and
supplemental application materials,
including adequate information on their
products and/or services, primary
market objectives, and goals for
participation that are adequate to allow
the Department of Commerce to
evaluate their application. If the
Department of Commerce 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 application. If the
requisite minimum number of
participants is not selected for a
particular mission by the recruitment
deadline, the mission may be canceled.
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,
are marketed under the name of a U.S.
firm and have at least 51% U.S. content
by value. In the case of a trade
association or organization, the
applicant must certify that, for each firm
or service provider to be represented by
the association/organization, the
products and/or services the
represented firm or service provider
seeks to export are either produced in
the United States or, if not, are marketed
under the name of a U.S. firm and have
at least 51% U.S. content by value.
A trade association/organization
applicant must certify and agree to the
above for every company it seeks to
represent on the mission. In addition,
each applicant must:
• Certify that the products and
services that it wishes to market through
the mission would be in compliance
with U.S. export controls and
regulations;
• Certify that it has identified any
matter pending before any bureau or
office in the Department of Commerce;
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• 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.
In the case of a trade association/
organization, the applicant must certify
that each firm or service provider to be
represented by the association/
organization can make the above
certifications.
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The Following Selection Criteria Will
Be Used for the Mission
Targeted mission participants are U.S.
firms, services providers and trade
associations/organizations providing or
promoting U.S. products and services
that have an interest in entering or
expanding their business in the
mission’s destination. The following
criteria will be evaluated in selecting
participants:
• Suitability of the applicant’s (or in
the case of a trade association/
organization, represented firm’s or
service provider’s) products or services
to these markets;
• The applicant’s (or in the case of a
trade association/organization,
represented firm’s or service provider’s)
potential for business in the markets,
including likelihood of exports resulting
from the mission; and
• Consistency of the applicant’s (or in
the case of a trade association/
organization, represented firm’s or
service provider’s) goals and objectives
with the stated scope of the mission.
Balance of applicant’s size and
location may also be considered during
the review process. Referrals from a
political party or partisan political
group or any information, including on
the application, containing references to
political contributions or other partisan
political activities will be excluded from
the application and will not be
considered during the selection process.
The sender will be notified of these
exclusions.
Definition of Small and Medium-Sized
Enterprise
For purposes of assessing
participation fees, an applicant is a
small and medium-sized enterprise
(SME) if it qualifies as a ‘‘small
business’’ under the Small Business
Administration’s (SBA) size standards
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support--table-size-standards), which
vary by North American Industry
Classification System (NAICS) Code.
The SBA Size Standards Tool (https://
www.sba.gov/size-standards) can help
you determine the qualifications that
apply to your company.
Mission List: (additional information
about trade missions can be found at
https://www.trade.gov/trade-missions).
U.S. Aerospace & Defense Trade
Mission to Denmark and Sweden—
October 21–24, 2024
Summary
The United States Department of
Commerce, International Trade
Administration (ITA), is organizing a
Trade Mission to Denmark and Sweden,
October 21–24, 2024.
The objectives for this mission are to
give U.S. companies an opportunity to
provide aerospace and defense
equipment, technology, and services to
Denmark and Sweden, and to advance
U.S. national interests. Participating
U.S. firms will gain market insights,
make industry contacts, solidify
business strategies, and advance specific
projects, with the goal of increasing U.S.
exports and services in the aerospace
and defense sectors.
The mission will introduce U.S. firms
to aerospace and defense stakeholders
in the region and assist U.S. companies
in developing business in Denmark and
Sweden.
The mission will include meetings
with government officials and industry
leaders, networking events,
presentations and site visits to an
Aerospace/Defense Production Facilities
or an R&D Center. For companies new
to the market, this will be an
opportunity to make initial contacts and
learn more about the large defense
market in Northern Europe.
DENMARK, Copenhagen and SWEDEN,
Stockholm
Aerospace and defense markets in the
Nordic region are likely to grow in 2024
and beyond, creating opportunities for
U.S. aerospace and defense
manufacturers to increase their exports
to markets in Northern Europe. The
governments of Sweden and Denmark
have committed to updating and
improving their domestic defense
capabilities. This mission supports
NATO’s efforts to defend Northern
Europe and Ukraine coupled with the
goals of the 2022 National Defense
Strategy to build the strongest possible
coalition to enhance our collective
influence to shape the global strategic
environment.
According to the Military Expenditure
Database from Stockholm International
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Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), for 20
years, Sweden and Denmark have spent
annually the equivalent of between 1%
and 2% of their GDPs on military
expenditures. As a current NATO ally,
Denmark has pledged to spend a
minimum of 2% of its GDP on national
defense but has not yet satisfied this
pledge. Sweden just joined NATO in
2024, and the country’s 2024 budget
surpassed NATO’s target of 2% of GDP
on defense spending and NATO’s
guideline to allocate 20% of defense
expenditures to equipment spending,
including research and development,
offering potential opportunities for U.S.
defense exporters. Sweden has
historically emphasized cutting edge
technology and innovation and Defense
Minister Pål Jonson has announced that
a defense innovation strategy will be
released during 2024. Sweden and
Denmark membership in NATO
establishes the Baltic Sea almost
entirely within NATO’s domain, with
related requirements for air and missile
defense; air and sub-sea dominance;
intelligence, surveillance, and
reconnaissance (including uncrewed
systems) and warfighter mission
training/readiness.
European NATO allies have faced
greater pressure from the United States
to increase defense spending since the
start of Russia’s war of aggression in
Ukraine. The Biden Administration will
use the NATO Summit in July 2024 to
encourage European allies to expedite
their plans to meet their defense
spending pledges and bolster NATO’s
deterrence in Europe. These geopolitical
developments could create
opportunities for U.S. companies in the
aerospace and defense industry to
partner with Nordic allies. In some
cases, Nordic countries may transfer or
donate defense technology to Ukraine,
creating gaps in their domestic arsenals.
Swedish leaders envision Sweden as a
NATO net-contributor with a strong
presence in the Nordic-Baltic region and
within NATO’s command structure.
Sweden’s geostrategic importance,
advanced military capabilities, strong
defense industrial base, commitment to
democratic values and transatlantic ties,
and bolstered defense spending makes it
a formidable ally. Sweden values its
reputation as a peace-broker and
compromise-finder.
According to U.S. aerospace and
defense data on bilateral trade with the
Nordic region, 2022 defense exports
increased to a record $710 million
(likely due to the war in Ukraine) but
decreased slightly in 2023. In the same
years, the value of U.S. aerospace
exports reached $1.4 billion and $1.9
billion, respectively. Non-defense
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aerospace exports to the Nordic
countries are largely comprised of
civilian aircraft, engines, and parts,
including turbojet/turboprop parts and
gas turbine parts, presenting an
opportunity for U.S. aerospace parts
manufacturers and MRO suppliers to
expand business in northern Europe.
In January 2024, the Government of
Denmark presented a plan to spend
approximately $2.3 billion on more
military equipment and personnel
under its new defense legislation. The
Danish Ministry of Defense will acquire
short-range air defense systems for the
Danish Army to increase protection
against air threats (with no known U.S.
bidders at this time). It also hopes to
acquire long endurance uncrewed
systems (drones) for surveillance and
intelligence gathering, close air defense
missiles for its Navy frigates, and
torpedoes for Navy frigates and Air
Force Sea Hawk helicopters. Denmark is
also a Tier III participant in the F–35
program and will acquire 27 F–35s for
its air force. In its 2021 National Defense
Industrial Strategy and Action Plan,
Denmark outlined its interest in
integrating its defense supply chains
with the U.S. companies, specifically in
support of the F–35 program. Denmark
has also sought to expand partnerships
with U.S. prime defense contractors and
grow its domestic defense industry.
In December 2023, the United States
and Sweden signed a Defense
Cooperation Agreement (DCA) which
regulates the legal status of U.S. forces,
access to deployment areas, and prepositioning of military materiel in
Sweden. While the agreement does not
contain provisions for industrial
cooperation, it advances efforts for the
U.S. and Swedish militaries to share
capabilities, develop new technology
together, and achieve interoperability.
As a new member of NATO, Sweden
intends to spend more on defense in
2024, with a budget bill that includes
investments in artillery systems, tactical
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transport aircraft, naval vessels and
surface combatants, electronic warfare,
military fixed-wing aircraft, tactical
communication systems and Blekingeclass submarines. Sweden has also
stated it will contribute to the NATO
Innovation Fund (NIF) and Defense
Innovation Accelerator for the North
Atlantic (DIANA).
Other Products and Services
The foregoing analysis of the
aerospace and defense opportunities in
Sweden and Denmark is not intended to
be exhaustive, but illustrative of the
many opportunities available to U.S.
businesses. Applications from
companies selling products or services
within the scope of this mission, but not
specifically identified, will be
considered and evaluated by the U.S.
Department of Commerce. Companies
whose products or services do not fit the
scope of the mission may contact their
local U.S. Export Assistance Center
(USEAC) to learn about other business
development missions and services that
may provide more targeted export
opportunities. Companies may go to
https://trade.gov to obtain such
information.
Mission Goals
The goals of the trade mission are to
create opportunities for U.S. companies
to showcase their defense and aerospace
equipment to Denmark and Sweden’s
defense, security, and law enforcement
authorities, to introduce U.S. firms to
aerospace and defense stakeholders in
the region, to create opportunities for
U.S. companies to find foreign business
partners, to develop stronger industry
relationships, and to advance U.S.
national interests. Participants in this
mission will have an opportunity to
connect with senior-level Danish and
Swedish officials in a setting that
facilitates progress on business
development projects. For companies
new to the market, this will be an
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opportunity to make initial contacts,
learn more about aerospace and defense
opportunities in northern Europe, and
gain perspective from ITA on specific
challenges for U.S. businesses operating
in the region. By participating in an
official U.S. industry delegation, rather
than traveling to the region
individually, U.S. industry
representatives will enhance their
ability to secure meetings and gain
greater exposure to the region, as well
as leverage the networks of industry
buyers, distributors, and industry
stakeholders developed by commercial
specialists.
This mission will:
• Strengthen connections between
U.S. companies and Danish and
Swedish aerospace and defense
companies, leveraging the U.S.
Government and coordinating trade
mission activities to maximize the
potential for participating U.S.
businesses to expand their business and
exports to Sweden and Denmark, key
NATO allies.
• Develop stronger industry
relationships between U.S. and Swedish
and Danish firms to strengthen the
relationship between three NATO
partners and enhance U.S. economic,
national security, and defense goals in
the region.
• Connect participants with seniorlevel Swedish and Danish officials in a
setting that facilitates progress on
business development projects. For
companies new to the market, this will
be an opportunity to make initial
contacts and learn more about two key
markets in Northern Europe.
• For the U.S. government, this is an
unparalleled opportunity to strengthen
our relationship with Denmark’s and
Sweden’s Ministries of Defense to
showcase the technology, know-how,
and capabilities we have to offer, and
demonstrate our interest in partnering
with both countries to increase their
national security and defense efforts.
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The mission will travel to
Copenhagen, Denmark and Stockholm,
Sweden, with companies arriving in
Copenhagen on Sunday, October 20,
2024. Companies and staff will meet
informally for an optional no-host
welcome dinner. In each of the two
mission stops, participants will receive
a presentation display table, listen to an
embassy briefing, attend networking
breaks, attend two roundtables with
industry officials and business contacts,
present their companies capabilities
during company pitch sessions and
attend an Ambassador reception. U.S.
Commercial Service staff will be on-site
and available to provide market
information and offer logistical
assistance to mission participants. Each
location will offer an industry site visit
as well.
PROPOSED TIMETABLE
[*Note: The final schedule and potential site visits will depend on the availability of the host government and business officials, specific goals of
mission participants, and ground transportation]
Sunday October 20 .............................................
Monday October 21 ............................................
Tuesday October 22 ...........................................
Wednesday October 23 ......................................
Thursday October 24 ..........................................
Friday, October 25 ..............................................
Participation Requirements
All parties interested in participating
in the trade 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. A minimum
of 7 and a maximum of 12 firms and/
or trade associations will be selected to
participate in the mission from the
applicant pool.
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Fees and Expenses
After a firm or trade association 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 for
the U.S. Aerospace & Defense Trade
Mission to Denmark and Sweden will be
$4,545.00 for small or medium-sized
enterprises (SME); 1 and $6,410.00 for
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applicant is a small or medium-sized enterprise
(SME) if it qualifies under the Small Business
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Trade Mission Participants Arrive; informal no-host dinner and excursion.
Kronberg Castle Excursion (Optional).
Company Introductions, U.S. Embassy Briefing and Q&A.
Office of Defense Cooperation, Political Section, U.S. Commercial Service, Economic Section.
Networking/Coffee.
Roundtable 1.
Lunch/Briefing.
Roundtable 2.
Networking.
Company pitches.
Ambassador reception.
Site visit.
Travel to Stockholm.
Optional no host diner.
Company Introductions, U.S. Embassy Briefing and Q&A.
Office of Defense Cooperation, Political Section, U.S. Commercial Service, Economic Section.
Networking/Coffee.
Roundtable 1.
Lunch/Briefing.
Roundtable 2.
Networking.
Company pitches.
Ambassador reception.
Site visit.
Program concludes.
Return to U.S.
large firms or trade associations. The fee
for each additional firm representative
(large firm or SME/trade organization) is
$1,250.00. Expenses for travel, lodging,
meals, and incidentals will be the
responsibility of each mission
participant. Interpreter and driver
services can be arranged for additional
cost. Delegation members will be able to
take advantage of U.S. Embassy rates for
hotel rooms.
If and when an applicant is selected
to participate on a particular mission, a
payment to the Department of
Commerce in the amount of the
designated participation fee below is
required. Upon notification of
acceptance to participate, those selected
have 5 business days to submit payment
or the acceptance may be revoked.
Participants selected for a business
development mission will be expected
to pay for the cost of personal expenses,
www.sba.gov/document/support--table-sizestandards), which vary by North American Industry
Classification System (NAICS) Code. The SBA Size
Standards Tool [https://www.sba.gov/sizestandards/] can help you determine the
qualifications that apply to your company.
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including, but not limited to,
international travel, lodging, meals,
transportation, communication, and
incidentals, unless otherwise noted.
Participants will, however, be able to
take advantage of U.S. Embassy rates for
hotel rooms. In the event that a mission
is cancelled, no personal expenses paid
in anticipation of a mission will be
reimbursed. However, participation fees
for a cancelled mission will be
reimbursed to the extent they have not
already been expended in anticipation
of the mission.
If a visa is required to travel on a
particular mission, applying for and
obtaining such a visa will be the
responsibility of the mission
participant. Government fees and
processing expenses to obtain such a
visa are not included in the
participation fee. However, the
Department of Commerce will provide
instructions to each participant on the
procedures required to obtain business
visas.
Business Development Mission
members participate in missions and
undertake mission-related travel at their
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own risk. The nature of the security
situation in a given foreign market at a
given time cannot be guaranteed. The
U.S. Government does not make any
representations or guarantees as to the
safety or security of participants. The
U.S. Department of State issues U.S.
Government international travel alerts
and warnings for U.S. citizens available
at https://travel.state.gov/content/
passports/en/alertswarnings.html. Any
question regarding insurance coverage
must be resolved by the participant and
its insurer of choice.
Travel and in-person activities are
contingent upon the safety and health
conditions in the United States and the
mission economies. Should safety or
health conditions not be appropriate for
travel and/or in-person activities, the
Department will consider postponing
the event or offering a virtual program
in lieu of an in-person agenda. In the
event of a postponement, the
Department will notify the public, and
applicants previously selected to
participate in this mission will need to
confirm their availability but need not
reapply. Should the decision be made to
organize a virtual program, the
Department will adjust fees accordingly,
prepare an agenda for virtual activities,
and notify the previously selected
applicants with the option to opt-in to
the new virtual program.
Timeframe for Recruitment and
Applications
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Trade Mission Lead
Diane Mooney, Director, U.S.
Commercial Service—Seattle, WA,
206–553–7251, Diane.Mooney@
trade.gov
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Gemal Brangman,
Director, Global Trade Programs.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
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 (https://export.gov/trade
missions) and other internet websites,
press releases to general and trade
media, direct mail, notices by industry
trade associations and other multiplier
groups, and publicity at industry
meetings, symposia, conferences, and
trade shows. Recruitment for the
mission will begin immediately and
conclude no later than July 12, 2024.
The U.S. Department of Commerce will
review applications and inform
applicants of selection decisions on a
rolling basis. Applications received after
July 12, 2024, will be considered only
if space and scheduling constraints
permit.
Contacts
U.S. Based Recruitment Lead
April Redmon, Director, U.S.
Commercial Service—Virginia/DC,
703–235–0103, April.Redmon@
trade.gov
Erik Hunt, Senior International Trade
Specialist, U.S. Commercial Service—
Indianapolis, IN, Erik.Hunt@trade.gov
Jason Sproule, Aerospace & Defense
Global Team Leader, Commercial
Service Los Angeles, 949–283–0690,
Jason.Sproule@trade.gov
Kim Wells, Aerospace Team Leader,
ITA, Industry & Analysis—
Washington, DC, Kim.Wells@trade.gov
Marianne Drain, Senior Commercial
Officer, U.S. Embassy Sweden,
Marianne.Drain@trade.gov
Johan Bjorkman, Commercial Specialist,
U.S. Embassy Sweden,
Johan.Bjorkman@trade.gov
Tuula Ahlstrom, Commercial Specialist,
U.S. Embassy Sweden,
Tuula.Ahlstrom@trade.gov
Christopher Wilken, Senior Commercial
Officer, U.S. Embassy Denmark,
Christopher.Wilken@trade.gov
Aleksander Moos, Commercial
Specialist, U.S. Embassy Denmark,
Aleksander.Moos@trade.gov
International Trade Administration
[A–570–112]
Certain Collated Steel Staples From
the People’s Republic of China: Final
Determination of No Shipments in the
2022–2023 Antidumping Duty
Administrative Review
Enforcement and Compliance,
International Trade Administration,
Department of Commerce.
SUMMARY: The U.S. Department of
Commerce (Commerce) determines that
Zhejiang Best Nail Industrial Co., Ltd.
and its affiliated exporter Shaoxing
Bohui Import & Export Co., Ltd. (Best
Nail/Shaoxing Bohui) made no
shipments of subject merchandise
during the period of review (POR) July
1, 2022, through June 30, 2023.
DATES: Applicable July 9, 2024.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Brian Smith, AD/CVD Operations,
Office VIII, Enforcement and
Compliance, International Trade
Administration, U.S. Department of
Commerce, 1401 Constitution Avenue
NW, Washington, DC 20230; telephone:
(202) 482–1766.
AGENCY:
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SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Background
On April 3, 2024, Commerce
published the Preliminary Results in the
Federal Register.1 We invited interested
parties to comment on the Preliminary
Results; however, no interested party
submitted comments. Accordingly, we
made no changes to the Preliminary
Results.
Scope of the Order 2
The merchandise covered by the
scope of this Order is certain collated
steel staples. Certain collated steel
staples subject to this investigation are
made from steel wire having a nominal
diameter from 0.0355 inch to 0.0830
inch, inclusive, and have a nominal leg
length from 0.25 inch to 3.0 inches,
inclusive, and a nominal crown width
from 0.187 inch to 1.125 inch, inclusive.
Certain collated steel staples may be
manufactured from any type of steel,
and are included in the scope of this
Order regardless of whether they are
uncoated or coated, and regardless of
the type or number of coatings,
including but not limited to coatings to
inhibit corrosion.
Certain collated steel staples may be
collated using any material or
combination of materials, including but
not limited to adhesive, glue, and
adhesive film or adhesive or paper tape.
Certain collated steel staples are
generally made to American Society for
Testing and Materials (ASTM)
specification ASTM F1667–18a, but can
also be made to other specifications.
Excluded from the scope of this Order
are any carton-closing staples covered
by the scope of the antidumping duty
order on Carton-Closing Staples from
the People’s Republic of China. See
Carton-Closing Staples from the
People’s Republic of China:
Antidumping Duty Order, 83 FR 20792
(May 8, 2018).
Also excluded are collated fasteners
commonly referred to as ‘‘C-ring hog
rings’’ and ‘‘D-ring hog rings’’ produced
from stainless or carbon steel wire
having a nominal diameter of 0.050 to
0.081 inches, inclusive. C-ring hog rings
are fasteners whose legs are not
perpendicular to the crown, but are
curved inward resulting in the fastener
forming the shape of the letter ‘‘C’’. Dring hog rings are fasteners whose legs
1 See Certain Collated Steel Staples from the
People’s Republic of China: Preliminary
Determination of No Shipments and Partial
Rescission of Administrative Review; 2022–2023 89
FR 22991 (April 3, 2024) (Preliminary Results).
2 See Certain Collated Steel Staples from the
People’s Republic of China: Antidumping Duty
Order, 85 FR 43815 (July 20, 2020) (Order).
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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 131 (Tuesday, July 9, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 56297-56301]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2024-14976]
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
International Trade Administration
Announcement of Approved International Trade Administration
Business Development Mission
AGENCY: International Trade Administration, Department of Commerce.
SUMMARY: The United States Department of Commerce, International Trade
Administration (ITA), is announcing one upcoming business development
mission that will be recruited, organized, and implemented by ITA. This
mission is: U.S. Aerospace & Defense Trade Mission to Denmark and
Sweden--October 21-24, 2024. A summary of the mission is found below.
Application information and more detailed mission information,
including the commercial setting and sector information, can be found
at the trade mission website: https://www.trade.gov/trade-missions. For
each 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 (https://www.trade.gov/trade-missions-schedule) and other internet websites, 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.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jeffrey Odum, Events Management Task
Force, International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce,
1401 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20230; telephone: (202)
482-6397 or email [email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
The Following Conditions for Participation Will Be Used for the Mission
Applicants must submit a completed and signed mission application
and supplemental application materials, including adequate information
on their products and/or services, primary market objectives, and goals
for participation that are adequate to allow the Department of Commerce
to evaluate their application. If the Department of Commerce 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
application. If the requisite minimum number of participants is not
selected for a particular mission by the recruitment deadline, the
mission may be canceled.
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, are marketed under the name of a U.S. firm and have
at least 51% U.S. content by value. In the case of a trade association
or organization, the applicant must certify that, for each firm or
service provider to be represented by the association/organization, the
products and/or services the represented firm or service provider seeks
to export are either produced in the United States or, if not, are
marketed under the name of a U.S. firm and have at least 51% U.S.
content by value.
A trade association/organization applicant must certify and agree
to the above for every company it seeks to represent on the mission. In
addition, each applicant must:
Certify that the products and services that it wishes to
market through the mission would be in compliance with U.S. export
controls and regulations;
Certify that it has identified any matter pending before
any bureau or office in the Department of Commerce;
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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.
In the case of a trade association/organization, the applicant must
certify that each firm or service provider to be represented by the
association/organization can make the above certifications.
The Following Selection Criteria Will Be Used for the Mission
Targeted mission participants are U.S. firms, services providers
and trade associations/organizations providing or promoting U.S.
products and services that have an interest in entering or expanding
their business in the mission's destination. The following criteria
will be evaluated in selecting participants:
Suitability of the applicant's (or in the case of a trade
association/organization, represented firm's or service provider's)
products or services to these markets;
The applicant's (or in the case of a trade association/
organization, represented firm's or service provider's) potential for
business in the markets, including likelihood of exports resulting from
the mission; and
Consistency of the applicant's (or in the case of a trade
association/organization, represented firm's or service provider's)
goals and objectives with the stated scope of the mission.
Balance of applicant's size and location may also be considered
during the review process. Referrals from a political party or partisan
political group or any information, including on the application,
containing references to political contributions or other partisan
political activities will be excluded from the application and will not
be considered during the selection process. The sender will be notified
of these exclusions.
Definition of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise
For purposes of assessing participation fees, an applicant is a
small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) if it qualifies as a ``small
business'' under the Small Business Administration's (SBA) size
standards (https://www.sba.gov/document/support--table-size-standards),
which vary by North American Industry Classification System (NAICS)
Code. The SBA Size Standards Tool (https://www.sba.gov/size-standards)
can help you determine the qualifications that apply to your company.
Mission List: (additional information about trade missions can be
found at https://www.trade.gov/trade-missions).
U.S. Aerospace & Defense Trade Mission to Denmark and Sweden--October
21-24, 2024
Summary
The United States Department of Commerce, International Trade
Administration (ITA), is organizing a Trade Mission to Denmark and
Sweden, October 21-24, 2024.
The objectives for this mission are to give U.S. companies an
opportunity to provide aerospace and defense equipment, technology, and
services to Denmark and Sweden, and to advance U.S. national interests.
Participating U.S. firms will gain market insights, make industry
contacts, solidify business strategies, and advance specific projects,
with the goal of increasing U.S. exports and services in the aerospace
and defense sectors.
The mission will introduce U.S. firms to aerospace and defense
stakeholders in the region and assist U.S. companies in developing
business in Denmark and Sweden.
The mission will include meetings with government officials and
industry leaders, networking events, presentations and site visits to
an Aerospace/Defense Production Facilities or an R&D Center. For
companies new to the market, this will be an opportunity to make
initial contacts and learn more about the large defense market in
Northern Europe.
DENMARK, Copenhagen and SWEDEN, Stockholm
Aerospace and defense markets in the Nordic region are likely to
grow in 2024 and beyond, creating opportunities for U.S. aerospace and
defense manufacturers to increase their exports to markets in Northern
Europe. The governments of Sweden and Denmark have committed to
updating and improving their domestic defense capabilities. This
mission supports NATO's efforts to defend Northern Europe and Ukraine
coupled with the goals of the 2022 National Defense Strategy to build
the strongest possible coalition to enhance our collective influence to
shape the global strategic environment.
According to the Military Expenditure Database from Stockholm
International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), for 20 years, Sweden
and Denmark have spent annually the equivalent of between 1% and 2% of
their GDPs on military expenditures. As a current NATO ally, Denmark
has pledged to spend a minimum of 2% of its GDP on national defense but
has not yet satisfied this pledge. Sweden just joined NATO in 2024, and
the country's 2024 budget surpassed NATO's target of 2% of GDP on
defense spending and NATO's guideline to allocate 20% of defense
expenditures to equipment spending, including research and development,
offering potential opportunities for U.S. defense exporters. Sweden has
historically emphasized cutting edge technology and innovation and
Defense Minister P[aring]l Jonson has announced that a defense
innovation strategy will be released during 2024. Sweden and Denmark
membership in NATO establishes the Baltic Sea almost entirely within
NATO's domain, with related requirements for air and missile defense;
air and sub-sea dominance; intelligence, surveillance, and
reconnaissance (including uncrewed systems) and warfighter mission
training/readiness.
European NATO allies have faced greater pressure from the United
States to increase defense spending since the start of Russia's war of
aggression in Ukraine. The Biden Administration will use the NATO
Summit in July 2024 to encourage European allies to expedite their
plans to meet their defense spending pledges and bolster NATO's
deterrence in Europe. These geopolitical developments could create
opportunities for U.S. companies in the aerospace and defense industry
to partner with Nordic allies. In some cases, Nordic countries may
transfer or donate defense technology to Ukraine, creating gaps in
their domestic arsenals. Swedish leaders envision Sweden as a NATO net-
contributor with a strong presence in the Nordic-Baltic region and
within NATO's command structure. Sweden's geostrategic importance,
advanced military capabilities, strong defense industrial base,
commitment to democratic values and transatlantic ties, and bolstered
defense spending makes it a formidable ally. Sweden values its
reputation as a peace-broker and compromise-finder.
According to U.S. aerospace and defense data on bilateral trade
with the Nordic region, 2022 defense exports increased to a record $710
million (likely due to the war in Ukraine) but decreased slightly in
2023. In the same years, the value of U.S. aerospace exports reached
$1.4 billion and $1.9 billion, respectively. Non-defense
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aerospace exports to the Nordic countries are largely comprised of
civilian aircraft, engines, and parts, including turbojet/turboprop
parts and gas turbine parts, presenting an opportunity for U.S.
aerospace parts manufacturers and MRO suppliers to expand business in
northern Europe.
In January 2024, the Government of Denmark presented a plan to
spend approximately $2.3 billion on more military equipment and
personnel under its new defense legislation. The Danish Ministry of
Defense will acquire short-range air defense systems for the Danish
Army to increase protection against air threats (with no known U.S.
bidders at this time). It also hopes to acquire long endurance uncrewed
systems (drones) for surveillance and intelligence gathering, close air
defense missiles for its Navy frigates, and torpedoes for Navy frigates
and Air Force Sea Hawk helicopters. Denmark is also a Tier III
participant in the F-35 program and will acquire 27 F-35s for its air
force. In its 2021 National Defense Industrial Strategy and Action
Plan, Denmark outlined its interest in integrating its defense supply
chains with the U.S. companies, specifically in support of the F-35
program. Denmark has also sought to expand partnerships with U.S. prime
defense contractors and grow its domestic defense industry.
In December 2023, the United States and Sweden signed a Defense
Cooperation Agreement (DCA) which regulates the legal status of U.S.
forces, access to deployment areas, and pre-positioning of military
materiel in Sweden. While the agreement does not contain provisions for
industrial cooperation, it advances efforts for the U.S. and Swedish
militaries to share capabilities, develop new technology together, and
achieve interoperability. As a new member of NATO, Sweden intends to
spend more on defense in 2024, with a budget bill that includes
investments in artillery systems, tactical transport aircraft, naval
vessels and surface combatants, electronic warfare, military fixed-wing
aircraft, tactical communication systems and Blekinge-class submarines.
Sweden has also stated it will contribute to the NATO Innovation Fund
(NIF) and Defense Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic
(DIANA).
Other Products and Services
The foregoing analysis of the aerospace and defense opportunities
in Sweden and Denmark is not intended to be exhaustive, but
illustrative of the many opportunities available to U.S. businesses.
Applications from companies selling products or services within the
scope of this mission, but not specifically identified, will be
considered and evaluated by the U.S. Department of Commerce. Companies
whose products or services do not fit the scope of the mission may
contact their local U.S. Export Assistance Center (USEAC) to learn
about other business development missions and services that may provide
more targeted export opportunities. Companies may go to https://trade.gov to obtain such information.
Mission Goals
The goals of the trade mission are to create opportunities for U.S.
companies to showcase their defense and aerospace equipment to Denmark
and Sweden's defense, security, and law enforcement authorities, to
introduce U.S. firms to aerospace and defense stakeholders in the
region, to create opportunities for U.S. companies to find foreign
business partners, to develop stronger industry relationships, and to
advance U.S. national interests. Participants in this mission will have
an opportunity to connect with senior-level Danish and Swedish
officials in a setting that facilitates progress on business
development projects. For companies new to the market, this will be an
opportunity to make initial contacts, learn more about aerospace and
defense opportunities in northern Europe, and gain perspective from ITA
on specific challenges for U.S. businesses operating in the region. By
participating in an official U.S. industry delegation, rather than
traveling to the region individually, U.S. industry representatives
will enhance their ability to secure meetings and gain greater exposure
to the region, as well as leverage the networks of industry buyers,
distributors, and industry stakeholders developed by commercial
specialists.
This mission will:
Strengthen connections between U.S. companies and Danish
and Swedish aerospace and defense companies, leveraging the U.S.
Government and coordinating trade mission activities to maximize the
potential for participating U.S. businesses to expand their business
and exports to Sweden and Denmark, key NATO allies.
Develop stronger industry relationships between U.S. and
Swedish and Danish firms to strengthen the relationship between three
NATO partners and enhance U.S. economic, national security, and defense
goals in the region.
Connect participants with senior-level Swedish and Danish
officials in a setting that facilitates progress on business
development projects. For companies new to the market, this will be an
opportunity to make initial contacts and learn more about two key
markets in Northern Europe.
For the U.S. government, this is an unparalleled
opportunity to strengthen our relationship with Denmark's and Sweden's
Ministries of Defense to showcase the technology, know-how, and
capabilities we have to offer, and demonstrate our interest in
partnering with both countries to increase their national security and
defense efforts.
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The mission will travel to Copenhagen, Denmark and Stockholm,
Sweden, with companies arriving in Copenhagen on Sunday, October 20,
2024. Companies and staff will meet informally for an optional no-host
welcome dinner. In each of the two mission stops, participants will
receive a presentation display table, listen to an embassy briefing,
attend networking breaks, attend two roundtables with industry
officials and business contacts, present their companies capabilities
during company pitch sessions and attend an Ambassador reception. U.S.
Commercial Service staff will be on-site and available to provide
market information and offer logistical assistance to mission
participants. Each location will offer an industry site visit as well.
Proposed Timetable
[*Note: The final schedule and potential site visits will depend on the
availability of the host government and business officials, specific
goals of mission participants, and ground transportation]
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Sunday October 20............ Trade Mission Participants
Arrive; informal no-host dinner and
excursion.
Kronberg Castle Excursion
(Optional).
Monday October 21............ Company Introductions, U.S.
Embassy Briefing and Q&A.
Office of Defense Cooperation,
Political Section, U.S. Commercial
Service, Economic Section.
Networking/Coffee.
Roundtable 1.
Lunch/Briefing.
Roundtable 2.
Networking.
Company pitches.
Ambassador reception.
Tuesday October 22........... Site visit.
Travel to Stockholm.
Optional no host diner.
Wednesday October 23......... Company Introductions, U.S.
Embassy Briefing and Q&A.
Office of Defense Cooperation,
Political Section, U.S. Commercial
Service, Economic Section.
Networking/Coffee.
Roundtable 1.
Lunch/Briefing.
Roundtable 2.
Networking.
Company pitches.
Ambassador reception.
Thursday October 24.......... Site visit.
Program concludes.
Friday, October 25........... Return to U.S.
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Participation Requirements
All parties interested in participating in the trade 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. A minimum of 7 and a maximum of 12 firms
and/or trade associations will be selected to participate in the
mission from the applicant pool.
Fees and Expenses
After a firm or trade association 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 for the U.S.
Aerospace & Defense Trade Mission to Denmark and Sweden will be
$4,545.00 for small or medium-sized enterprises (SME); \1\ and
$6,410.00 for large firms or trade associations. The fee for each
additional firm representative (large firm or SME/trade organization)
is $1,250.00. Expenses for travel, lodging, meals, and incidentals will
be the responsibility of each mission participant. Interpreter and
driver services can be arranged for additional cost. Delegation members
will be able to take advantage of U.S. Embassy rates for hotel rooms.
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\1\ For purposes of assessing participation fees, an applicant
is a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) if it qualifies under
the Small Business Administration's (SBA) size standards (https://www.sba.gov/document/support--table-size-standards), which vary by
North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code. The SBA
Size Standards Tool [https://www.sba.gov/size-standards/] can help
you determine the qualifications that apply to your company.
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If and when an applicant is selected to participate on a particular
mission, a payment to the Department of Commerce in the amount of the
designated participation fee below is required. Upon notification of
acceptance to participate, those selected have 5 business days to
submit payment or the acceptance may be revoked.
Participants selected for a business development mission will be
expected to pay for the cost of personal expenses, including, but not
limited to, international travel, lodging, meals, transportation,
communication, and incidentals, unless otherwise noted. Participants
will, however, be able to take advantage of U.S. Embassy rates for
hotel rooms. In the event that a mission is cancelled, no personal
expenses paid in anticipation of a mission will be reimbursed. However,
participation fees for a cancelled mission will be reimbursed to the
extent they have not already been expended in anticipation of the
mission.
If a visa is required to travel on a particular mission, applying
for and obtaining such a visa will be the responsibility of the mission
participant. Government fees and processing expenses to obtain such a
visa are not included in the participation fee. However, the Department
of Commerce will provide instructions to each participant on the
procedures required to obtain business visas.
Business Development Mission members participate in missions and
undertake mission-related travel at their
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own risk. The nature of the security situation in a given foreign
market at a given time cannot be guaranteed. The U.S. Government does
not make any representations or guarantees as to the safety or security
of participants. The U.S. Department of State issues U.S. Government
international travel alerts and warnings for U.S. citizens available at
https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/alertswarnings.html. Any
question regarding insurance coverage must be resolved by the
participant and its insurer of choice.
Travel and in-person activities are contingent upon the safety and
health conditions in the United States and the mission economies.
Should safety or health conditions not be appropriate for travel and/or
in-person activities, the Department will consider postponing the event
or offering a virtual program in lieu of an in-person agenda. In the
event of a postponement, the Department will notify the public, and
applicants previously selected to participate in this mission will need
to confirm their availability but need not reapply. Should the decision
be made to organize a virtual program, the Department will adjust fees
accordingly, prepare an agenda for virtual activities, and notify the
previously selected applicants with the option to opt-in to the new
virtual program.
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 (https://export.gov/trademissions) and
other internet websites, press releases to general and trade media,
direct mail, notices by industry trade associations and other
multiplier groups, and publicity at industry meetings, symposia,
conferences, and trade shows. Recruitment for the mission will begin
immediately and conclude no later than July 12, 2024. The U.S.
Department of Commerce will review applications and inform applicants
of selection decisions on a rolling basis. Applications received after
July 12, 2024, will be considered only if space and scheduling
constraints permit.
Contacts
Trade Mission Lead
Diane Mooney, Director, U.S. Commercial Service--Seattle, WA, 206-553-
7251, [email protected]
U.S. Based Recruitment Lead
April Redmon, Director, U.S. Commercial Service--Virginia/DC, 703-235-
0103, [email protected]
Erik Hunt, Senior International Trade Specialist, U.S. Commercial
Service--Indianapolis, IN, [email protected]
Jason Sproule, Aerospace & Defense Global Team Leader, Commercial
Service Los Angeles, 949-283-0690, [email protected]
Kim Wells, Aerospace Team Leader, ITA, Industry & Analysis--Washington,
DC, [email protected]
Marianne Drain, Senior Commercial Officer, U.S. Embassy Sweden,
[email protected]
Johan Bjorkman, Commercial Specialist, U.S. Embassy Sweden,
[email protected]
Tuula Ahlstrom, Commercial Specialist, U.S. Embassy Sweden,
[email protected]
Christopher Wilken, Senior Commercial Officer, U.S. Embassy Denmark,
[email protected]
Aleksander Moos, Commercial Specialist, U.S. Embassy Denmark,
[email protected]
Gemal Brangman,
Director, Global Trade Programs.
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