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For more than a decade, WITA’s Intensive Trade Seminar (ITS) has educated government officials, the private sector and the public to better navigate the Washington and international trade policy landscape.
Building on this successful model, the WITA Academy expanded the ITS around the world. The International Intensive Trade Seminars build capacity in trade policy for government officials, the private sector and the public to better navigate the Washington and international trade policy landscape.
The curriculum for the International ITS can be tailored to address the needs and priorities of individuals, governments, and firms from around the world. In the U.S., the Intensive Trade Seminar series expanded to Capitol Hill to better educate the Congressional staff on current trade issues. Through the Academy, WITA brings the ITS to communities across the United States to help foster participation in international trade.
Upcoming Events
2024 WITA Academy China Virtual Intensive Trade Seminar
Recent Events
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
Topics Covered
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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 AsiaInclusive Trade & Development Inclusive Trade & Development FTAs, Executive Agreements and U.S. Trade Policy |
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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
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Trade Law, Enforcement, and Dispute Settlement AD/CVD/Safeguards USTR Role in Monitoring and Enforcement USMCA and the Rapid Response Mechanism |
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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
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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 | Generative Artificial Intelligence and Artificial General Intelligence | Practical Applications of AI in Business and Trade |