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For more than a decade, WITA’s Intensive Trade Seminar (ITS) has been a cornerstone program, educating government officials, private sector professionals, and the public on how to navigate the Washington and international trade policy landscape.
ITS sessions cater to a diverse audience, including policymakers, trade professionals, corporate leaders, legal advisors, and students, providing practical knowledge of trade policy mechanics and fostering connections within the trade community.
In addition to the flagship program on American trade policy making, WITA offers ITS sessions on hot-button issues and specific trade topics, delivering in-depth education that supports a deeper understanding of trade policy.
Past Events
WITA Academy Mini Virtual Intensive Trade Seminar: Tariffs!
2024 WITA Academy Virtual Intensive Trade Seminar
2024 WITA Academy China Virtual Intensive Trade Seminar
2024 WITA Academy Virtual Intensive Trade Seminar: World Trade Organization
2023 WITA Academy Virtual Intensive Trade Seminar
AI and Trade Virtual Intensive Trade Seminar
FDA Boot Camp: New Cosmetics Regulations and the Latest on Food, Drugs and Medical Devices
2023 WITA European Union Virtual Intensive Trade Seminar
International Intensive Trade Seminar (ITS): Africa Leaders Summit and AGOA Ministerial
2022 WITA Virtual Intensive Trade Seminar
Topics Covered
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Tariffs Tariffs and the Economic Impacts The Legal Basis for Tariffs and Oversight Negotiation, Retaliation, Multilateral Trade What it May Mean for Farmers, Consumers and Firms |
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Trade Responsibilities in the Executive Branch and the Interagency Process Trade policy in the Executive Branch including “White House” agencies Role of the Department of State |
Other Departments and Agencies with Trade Policy Roles Departments of Commerce, Treasury, Labor, Agriculture, FDA, USITC, Customs, etc. |
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Role of the U.S. Congress and Government Agencies The Congressional Role in Trade Policymaking Trade Responsibilities in the Executive Branch and the Interagency Process International Trade Administration and the Department of Commerce U.S. International Trade Commission – Investigations and Analysis |
U.S. and Global Trade Policy Update WTO Agenda U.S. Engagement in Asia Inclusive Trade & Development Inclusive Trade & Development FTAs, Executive Agreements and U.S. Trade Policy USMCA 6-Year Review – Key Issues and Process Trade Around the World – U.S. Trade Initiatives |
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FDA-related policies Overview of FDA updates and regulations for Food, Drugs, and Medical Devices Cosmetics requirements due to the Modernization of Cosmetic Regulations Act of 2022 Cosmetics labeling, adverse events, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) regulations Timelines for implementation Best practices for personal and business compliance to FDA guidelines |
Trade Law, Enforcement, and Dispute Settlement AD/CVD/Safeguards USTR Role in Monitoring and Enforcement USMCA and the Rapid Response Mechanism Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) – Enforcement and Compliance |
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Other Departments and Agencies with Trade Policy Roles Departments of Commerce, Treasury, Labor, Agriculture, FDA, USITC, Customs, etc. |
Trade Finance and Investment USAID, ExIm Bank, OPIC, TDA, etc. |
Navigating Congress Role of the United States Congress in trade legislation and oversight; working with Congress to advance shared priorities |
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Investment, Sanctions, and International Tax Investment Controls Export Controls and Sanctions International Tax and Trade |
European Governance Key EU Institutions and Structures European Commission Deep Dive Reaching Trade Agreements in the EU System |
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EU Trade Policy Enforcement Security and Investment Screening Key External Trade Issues and Initiatives |
EU Decision Making Process EU Decision Making Process: Overview Opportunities for Stakeholders to Provide Input into the EU Decision-making Process Sectoral Case Studies: Agriculture and Digital Trade Policy & Regulation |
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World Trade Organization The Congressional Role in Trade Structure and Organization of the WTO: Ministerial Conference, Secretariat, General Council, Councils, Committees and Working Groups General Agreement on Trade in Services, and Joint Statement Initiative (JSI) on Electronic Commerce Agriculture and Food Security Trade Disputes and Dispute Settlement Understanding Negotiations and Reform Environment, Sustainability and Climate Change Development, Aid for Trade and Enhanced Integrated Framework Disruptive Trends in Trade National Perspectives
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Policy Considerations for Trade Professionals
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Generative Artificial Intelligence and Artificial General Intelligence
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Practical Applications of AI in Business and Trade
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U.S.–China Trade Relationship: How Did It Get Here? And Where is It Going? |
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China and the Multilateral Trading System China’s Global Goals and Ambitions National Security, Technology and Cybersecurity U.S. Import Bans, Investment and Export Controls |
U.S. Trade Policy and Tariffs U.S. Strategies to Compete with China What Lies Ahead in U.S. -China Trade Relations . |