AAEI Statement on Supreme Court Oral Arguments on IEEPA Tariffs
The American Association of Exporters and Importers (AAEI) reaffirms the vital role of the U.S. Supreme Court in upholding the Constitution and ensuring the proper balance of powers in matters of trade and national security. The Court’s review of tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) is a critical step in determining […]
AAEI Statement on US-China Trade Agreement
The American Association of Exporters and Importers (AAEI) applauds the announcement of the tentative U.S.–China trade agreement, a positive step toward greater economic stability and cooperation between two of the world’s largest trading partners. This progress reflects a mutual commitment to reducing trade tensions, enhancing market access, and creating a more predictable environment for global […]
AAEI Statement on Government Shutdown
The American Association of Exporters and Importers (AAEI) releases the following statement urging Congress and the Administration to enact legislation to prevent a government shutdown. “Trade is a critical component of the American economy. Inoperative supply chains impact American businesses productivity and growth. U.S. importers and exporters rely on the functions of government to provide […]
AAEI Statement on U.S. Import Tariffs
Over 100 years ago, the American Association of Importers and Exporters (AAEI) was founded based on the principle that free and fair trade opens markets and plays an integral role in the U.S.’s economic progress by expanding consumer choices and providing increased opportunities for U.S. workers and employers. Since the start of the second Trump […]
AAEI Submits Comments on Information Sharing Initiative
On behalf of the TransPacific Committee, AAEI submitted answers to a request for information from the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) last week, supporting the Maritime Transportation Data Initiative (MTDI). Read AAEI’s letter here. On Capitol Hill, AAEI is working to build stronger relationships with members who sit on the House Ways and Means and Senate […]
AAEI Signs Agreement with Counterpart in South Korea
AAEI Signs Agreement with Counterpart in South Korea AAEI signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with its counterpart in South Korea, the Korea Importers Association (KOIMA). The objective is to enhance trade relations, facilitate knowledge exchange, and encourage mutual business opportunities between the members of both organizations in the Republic of Korea and the United […]
AAEI Responds to CBP on New Rules for FTZs
AAEI is calling on U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to reevaluate its decision, announced last week in a Cargo Systems Messaging Service (CSMS) message, prohibiting importers from using Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs) to store detained shipments under investigation for forced labor. CBP says the new rule to limit the use of FTZs is “due […]
AAEI Files Comments on Canada’s Last Sale Rule Proposal
AAEI filed comments with the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) on proposed regulations amending Canada’s valuation for duty regulations, urging Canada not to proceed with the proposed change. The proposed regulations include a new definition for “sold for export to Canada” and change the current definition of “purchaser in Canada”. The CBSA says, “Canada’s regulatory […]
AAEI Reclaims Seat on WCO Advisory Group
AAEI Comments on Draft Customs Modernization Bill
