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European Countries Beware, Winter Is Coming, with Ice King Putin Leading the Charge

August 9, 2022

By: Victoria Schneider, Braumiller Law Group

If you haven’t heard the words Ukraine or Russia within the last 5 months, one would assume that you must live under a rock, or that you’ve just decided to tune them out. Just as it seemed that we were on our way to being in the clear from the COVID pandemic and getting back to a little bit of normalcy within the global supply chain, the ever-so-sweet Putin decided to invade the Ukraine.

U.S. Initiates Indo-Pacific Economic Framework in the South Pacific

June 12, 2022

By: Adrienne Braumiller, Partner & Founder, Braumiller Law Group

On May 23 in Tokyo, Japan, the U.S., and other countries in the Pacific region launched the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (“IPEF”). The countries included are Australia, Brunei, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

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CBP Releases Guidance related to Complying with the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act

June 12, 2022

By: Adrienne Braumiller, Partner & Founder, Braumiller Law Group

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”) released its first set of guidance relating to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (“UFLPA”), which is set to take effect on June 21, 2022. CBP’s guidance takes the form of a website that is a homepage for UFLPA-related guidance, FAQs, webinars, graphics, and CBP contact information. This essential UFLPA homepage can be accessed at: www.cbp.gov/trade/forced-labor/UFLPA.

Incursion and World Trade, Part 3: Over 120+ Days into the Global Effect of Inevitable Food Insecurity

June 12, 2022

By: Bob Brewer, Braumiller Law Group

Here we are, at the time of this writing over four months into the Russian invasion of Ukraine, with no end in sight. I will personally submit that I am, appalled that this, the murder of innocent civilians and devastation of another country’s infrastructure, can be permitted to continue, as we watch from the sidelines as if it was just another simple documentary on another war.

Understanding the Statutory Four-Year Review Period of the Tariffs

June 12, 2022

By: Jennifer Horvath, Partner, and Brandon French, Associate,
Braumiller Law Group

Many importers are eagerly awaiting the United States Trade Representative’s (“USTR”) required four-year review of the Section 301 Chinese tariffs. Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 grants the Office of the USTR a range of responsibilities and authorities to investigate and take action to enforce U.S. rights under trade agreements and respond to certain foreign trade practices.

Indo-Pacific Trade Initiative to Enhance U.S. Economic Influence

June 12, 2022

By: James Holbein, Of Counsel, Braumiller Law Group

On May 23, 2022, President Biden launched the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) with a dozen initial partners: Australia, Brunei, India, Indonesia, Japan, Republic of Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Implications of a United States Central Bank Digital Currency

June 12, 2022

By: James Holbein, Of Counsel, Braumiller Law Group

This article provides an overview of the issues surrounding CBDCs in a Q&A format to provide a lens for the analysis of the many government reports due in September, October and through the end of this year.

Primer on Deemed Export Compliance

June 12, 2022

By: Harold Jackson, Associate Attorney, Braumiller Law Group

A “deemed” export occurs when certain types of information are released to a foreign person. This primer seeks to describe the introductory concepts of deemed export enforcement in the United States.

The Importance of Compliance Strength During Rapid Growth

June 12, 2022

By: Linnea Deeds, Braumiller Consulting Group

Rapid growth, which usually indicates a positive stage for companies, comes with potential downsides, as seen in the cautionary tale of Toll Holdings.

Russian Sanction Updates and Reporting Requirements: What are your Responsibilities under OFAC?

April 10, 2022

By: Adrienne Braumiller, Partner & Founder, Braumiller Law Group

In response to the Russian Federations’ (“Russia”) invasion of Ukraine, the U.S. Government has recently announced expansive economic sanctions against Russia and its economy. The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) imposed sanctions against multiple parties in Russia to deplete Russian resources for purposes of ending the war.

Critical Updates from the U.S. Trade Representative – The U.S.-China Trade Relationship

April 10, 2022

By: Adrienne Braumiller (Partner and Founder) and Harold Jackson (Associate)

Since taking office as the U.S. Trade Representative (“USTR”), Katherine Tai has prioritized trade policies focused on protecting American workers’ rights and promoting sustainable environmental practices through trade agreements.

Incursion and World Trade, Part 2: How to Commit Economic Suicide for Your Country in the Year 2022

April 10, 2022

By: Bob Brewer, Braumiller Law Group

From my perspective, as well as what seems to be many others in the west and around the globe, the incredibly long table that Vladimir Putin sits behind separating himself from his minions, as well as other country’s visiting diplomats, whom he is ignoring, has gotten a lot longer, and it’s not a covid related stretch

IMMEX – More of What You Need to Know

April 10, 2022

By: Brenda Cordova, Mexico Counsel, Braumiller Law Group and Francisco de la Cruz, Mexico Attorney

IMMEX is an acronym that in Spanish stands for Industria Manufacturera, Maquiladora y de Servicios de Exportacion (Manufacturing, Maquiladora and Export Services Industry). It is a program from the Mexican federal government focused on promoting foreign investment, exports, creation of jobs, development of technology, etc.

Cautions When Marking and Labeling Goods for Export from the United States

April 10, 2022

By: Paul Fudacz, Partner, Braumiller Law Group

Many importers are familiar with marking and labeling requirements for products imported into, and sold in the U.S. These include mandatory requirements such as U.S. Customs country of origin marking and labeling requirements, Federal Communications Commission labeling for certain electronic equipment, specific labeling for certain consumer products under the Federal Trade Commission and Consumer products Safety Commission, as well as a host of other mandatory marking and labeling requirements of other regulatory agencies for specified products.

Antiboycott Compliance for U.S. Companies

April 10, 2022

By: Mike Smiszek, Senior Trade Advisor, Braumiller Consulting Group

A boycott is the organized and intentional refusal to engage in activity, whether directly or indirectly, with an identifiable specific group of persons in order to achieve a discriminatory policy objective based upon national origin, religion, ethnicity, race, gender, or other group characteristic.

Refunds Available? USTR Announces Reinstated Section 301 Exclusions

April 10, 2022

By: Brandon French, Associate, Braumiller Law Group

Since the end of 2020, almost all companies were forced to begin paying the Section 301 duties as most available exclusions expired. This was a major hit for companies who were relying on the exclusions, as the additional duties were either 25% (List 1, 2, and 3) or 15% (List 4A).

Vietnam Trade, An Overview, Part 2 The Doi Moi Reforms Modernizing Vietnam’s Trade Economy

April 10, 2022

By: Cindy Le, Braumiller Law Group

The Doi Moi reforms were officially initiated in Vietnam in 1986 following many years of struggles resulting from the reunification of North Vietnam and South Vietnam in 1975 and had adopted the Soviet Union’s economic style of central planning and self-isolation.

Evolving Legal Issues for NFTs

April 10, 2022

By: Justin Holbein and James Holbein, Of Counsel, Braumiller Law Group

Throughout 2021 and 2022, Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have increasingly grown into public awareness. People often hear about NFTs through collectible projects like Bored Ape Yacht Club, CryptoPunks, and World of Women. Usually, people then encounter the hype, interest, and indignation about what exactly NFTs are along with the corresponding potential use cases. Why have NFTs exploded into the zeitgeist?

Executive Order on Digital Assets a Welcome Start to Responsible Regulation

April 10, 2022

By: James Holbein, Of Counsel, Braumiller Law Group, and Justin Holbein

The President issued an Executive Order on Ensuring Responsible Development of Digital Assets on March 9, 2022. The value of the cryptocurrency and digital assets sector exceeds $3 trillion and has the potential to grow much larger with proper regulation. No country has taken a lead role to develop regulation that will foster innovation while simultaneously protecting consumers, investors and businesses from criminal activity related to digital assets.

Tracing Country of Origin – CBP Enforcement Trends Involving Verifying Country of Origin of Imports

April 10, 2022

By: Harold Jackson, Associate Attorney, Braumiller Law Group

Country of origin of imported merchandise is a cornerstone enforcement area for Customs & Border Protection (“CBP” or “Customs”) and is the accurate tracing of the country of origin of goods and materials across multiple countries and is a crucial aspect of maintaining a compliant global supply chain.

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European Countries Beware, Winter Is Coming, with Ice King Putin Leading the Charge

U.S. Initiates Indo-Pacific Economic Framework in the South Pacific

CBP Releases Guidance related to Complying with the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act

Incursion and World Trade, Part 3: Over 120+ Days into the Global Effect of Inevitable Food Insecurity

Understanding the Statutory Four-Year Review Period of the Tariffs

Indo-Pacific Trade Initiative to Enhance U.S. Economic Influence

Implications of a United States Central Bank Digital Currency

Primer on Deemed Export Compliance

The Importance of Compliance Strength During Rapid Growth

Russian Sanction Updates and Reporting Requirements: What are your Responsibilities under OFAC?

Critical Updates from the U.S. Trade Representative – The U.S.-China Trade Relationship

Incursion and World Trade, Part 2: How to Commit Economic Suicide for Your Country in the Year 2022

IMMEX – More of What You Need to Know

Cautions When Marking and Labeling Goods for Export from the United States

Antiboycott Compliance for U.S. Companies

Refunds Available? USTR Announces Reinstated Section 301 Exclusions

Vietnam Trade, An Overview, Part 2 The Doi Moi Reforms Modernizing Vietnam’s Trade Economy

Evolving Legal Issues for NFTs

Executive Order on Digital Assets a Welcome Start to Responsible Regulation

Tracing Country of Origin – CBP Enforcement Trends Involving Verifying Country of Origin of Imports

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