U.S. Commitment to Free Trade

President Obama visited India and reassured the people of his strong support for a strategic partnership along with encouraging words about his commitment to free trade.

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Posted by:  The Global Small Business Blog

Lower Barriers to Green Trade

Letter to President Obama: "Lower trade barriers to green goods and services."

Several trade associations recently sent a letter (that includes the above remark) to President Obama pushing the Administration to pursue a quick conclusion of a comprehensive Environmental Goods and Services Agreement. The associations asked the president to use multiple channels to lower trade barriers to green goods and services, including the World Trade Organization (WTO), other economic forums, and climate negotiations.

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