Sentences with phrase «trade policy positions»

What was once suspected — that elected officials could their trade policy positions for campaign contributions — has become more and more openly discussed.

Not exact matches

With a Republican Congress backing him (most items need 60 % support to pass in the Senate), Trump will be in a position to reverse trade agreements, immigration policies, Roe V. Wade, the Iran nuclear deal, and any other policy the party takes issue with — including those that impact how Canadians do business with the United States.

Publicly - traded companies also contribute to party leadership campaigns (legal in 8 provinces), contribute to think - tanks that advocate for (sometimes controversial) policy positions, and run their own advertising and advocacy campaigns to generate support for policies or projects.

Tesla has an insider trading policy that prohibits all of our directors, officers and employees from, among other things, engaging in short sales, hedging of stock ownership positions, and transactions involving derivative securities relating to Tesla's common stock.

Mr. Trump's views on trade are among his oldest and steadiest public policy positions.

In the base metals complex, only nickel and tin traded higher for the quarter.4 A slow start to Chinese restocking coming out of the Chinese New Year holiday weighed on prices for copper and aluminum, both of which saw their worst quarterly results in years, while zinc and lead prices also declined.4 The London Metal Exchange (LME) Index, which tracks the three - month futures prices of all six metals, fell 6.3 %.4 LME copper -LRB--7.4 %, to US$ 6,714 per mt) and other industrial metals erased some of their 2017 gains, falling alongside a sharply decelerating expansion in China's manufacturing activity — sparking demand concerns and greater caution among hedge funds and other speculators who cut their net long positions in the metal.4 Outside the LME, US steel was buoyed by trade policy changes.

This study addresses the Atlantic Gateway initiative, and how it relates to Canada's global trading position as a national policy priority.

If such independent expenditures are made, groups of corporations within an industry may form coalitions or use existing trade associations to support candidates favorable to policy positions that affect the group as a whole.

This may represent a true bottom line policy position or may have been done primarily for purposes of negotiation, giving negotiators some coinage to trade for other concessions.

Fiscal Space (40 %) assesses whether a country is on a fiscally sustainable path, while External Finance Position (20 %) examines how leveraged a country might be to macroeconomic trade and policy shocks outside of its control.

I differ also from the various middle positions, which hold that there are some good things in this culture (like greater freedom for the individual), but that these come at the expense of certain dangers (like a weakening of the sense of citizenship), so that one's best policy is to find the ideal point of trade - off between advantages and costs.

Little Georgie Dubya was from skull & bones, an organization that hand picks people from wealthy families to be placed in powerful positions to make policy from banks, oil industries, world trade, education, wall street, and yes... politics.

Various parts or implications of this position are also finding their way into a variety of pastor - oriented journals, as can be seen in Cobb's arguments against free trade in Theology and Public Policy, [5] his exchanges with Dennis P. McCann in The Christian Century over NAFTA, [6] and his debates with Robin Klay in Perspectives over GATT.

Councils, Committees and Working Groups — led by representatives of our member organizations — determine how to fulfill consumers» needs, help shape the association's policy positions, identify industry - wide model practices, direct scientific research and ensure strong and frequent collaboration among members and with retail trading partners.

Jack joins the association following her position as director of regulatory and international affairs at the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI), where she was responsible for navigating the intersection of science and policy and the promotion of global harmonization of standards to ensure trade equity for frozen foods.

The California Association of Winegrape Growers was founded in 1974 with the mission to provide industry leadership to advocate public policies, research and education programs and trade positions that enhance the business of growing California winegrapes.

Established in 1974, the California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) provides industry leadership to advocate for public policies, research and education programs, sustainable farming practices and trade positions to improve the viability of winegrape growing as an essential contributor to California's economy, culture, and landscape.

In this position, Ignacio looked after spirit drinks and food policy, market access and fiscal discrimination within the EU, environment issues and illicit trade.

He has an extensive experience in international trade, regulation and economic policy, having held a number of senior policy development and management positions both in the public and private sectors both in Australia and overseas.

Labour's official policy is now to stay in the single market and customs union for a transition period - a position backed by trade unions, business bodies and all opposition parties apart from the DUP.

Two prominent Democrats under consideration to be Hillary Clinton's running mate — Labor Secretary Thomas E. Perez and Sen. Sherrod Brown of Ohio — attacked Republican Donald Trump on trade policy Sunday while defending their own past positions.

What is your position on cap - and - trade, carbon taxes, and other policies proposed to address global climate change — and what steps can we take to improve our ability to tackle challenges like climate change that cross national boundaries?

The party that Liberals might partner with on some energy issues — the NDP — supports a cap - and - trade system and has policy positions on climate change that are generally more to the political left.

Position Requirements / Skills: MINIMUM EDUCATION OR FORMAL TRAINING High school diploma or equivalent MINIMUM EXPERIENCE One to three years building trades experience in two or more of the following areas: electrical, carpentry, HVAC, landscaping, plumbing preferred SKILL REQUIREMENTS Effective communicationMay need basic computer skillsGeneral office equipment GENERAL REQUIREMENTS U. S. Citizen Clear background check GENERAL EXPECTATIONS Is flexible Has the ability to work collaboratively with supervisors and co-workers Maintains a positive attitude Observes all district policies and procedures LICENSES OR CERTIFICATION Valid Colorado driver's license

Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC) is the latest and best - positioned Chinese automaker with plans for sales in the U.S. Days after GAC showed off a sample of its lineup at the Detroit auto show, including a sub-brand that is (fortunately or unfortunately) named Trumpchi, the automaker and its home country's trade policies faced criticism from U.S. politicians.

Each NextShares fund's daily Basket is determined by its investment adviser and consists of instruments that the adviser considers appropriate in light of the fund's objectives and policies, current portfolio positions and current trading program.

If you keep multiple open positions of the same size and same currency pair, this new trading policy may mean important changes to how you manage these trades.

NSFX will provide prices to be used in trading, valuation of Customer positions and determination of Margin Requirements in accordance with its Trading Policies and Procedures and Market Information trading, valuation of Customer positions and determination of Margin Requirements in accordance with its Trading Policies and Procedures and Market Information Trading Policies and Procedures and Market Information Sheets.

America's energy revolution means... a United States that's more energy self - sufficient — less dependent on others, more secure in the world and better positioned to help friends abroad; economic growth and job creation — and with the right policy choices, a golden opportunity to secure American prosperity well into the future; and a stronger U.S. trading posture that, with energy exports, could benefit consumers

Thanks to our team of professionals, EcoWay has developed a specific, multidisciplinary know - how regarding the integrated policies for the correct application of the rules of the Kyoto Protocol and of Emissions Trading, as well as the positioning strategies for companies on green issues, both in terms of brand and product.

It seems to me that they have changed their position on climate change — they no longer oppose doing something about it and support policies like having an emisions trading scheme.

«Clearly our position and policy in terms of trade doesn't match up,» said Danilo Pelletiere, a senior fellow in the school of public policy at George Mason University who studies the secondhand vehicle trade.

The leaked position paper reveals that the proposed trade deal - the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership, or TTIP - could change U.S. energy policy to allow for increased exports of oil and gas and keep the EU dependent on high levels of fossil fuel imptrade deal - the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership, or TTIP - could change U.S. energy policy to allow for increased exports of oil and gas and keep the EU dependent on high levels of fossil fuel impTrade and Investment Partnership, or TTIP - could change U.S. energy policy to allow for increased exports of oil and gas and keep the EU dependent on high levels of fossil fuel imports.

He previously served as Director of Patent and Antitrust Strategy for BlackBerry, and in a variety of senior government positions, including director of antitrust policy for the Federal Trade Commission; Acting General Counsel of the Commerce Department; Chief Counsel for the National Telecommunications and Information Administration; and senior counsel in the Justice Department.

In her various trade association positions, Regina developed an expertise in assisting industry leaders communicate legal and public policy initiatives to the public and federal, state and local policymakers.

The core strength of our legal practice is the unsurpassed experience of its lawyers and policy advisors, who have worked in senior - level positions in the Executive Branch, in the Congress, in regulatory and administrative agencies, and in industry trade associations.

Following detailed discussions during the «observation period» with various settlement and clearing third - party service providers and key structured products advisors, the board of XBT has concluded that the most appropriate action to take to give effect to the aforementioned policy position is to implement a cash distribution plan for those investors holding bitcoin ETN notes at the opening of trading on August 1st.

A degree in business with knowledge of national and international trade policies and procedures are first thing employers want in a resume of candidates applying for an import export coordinator position.

I find it fascinating how a discussion four years ago on «American values» and Latin America has led me to a position shaping U.S. trade policy in Latin America.

Import / Export Compliance Management — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude, and professionalism, while executing various operational, support and administrative functions and ensuring both efficient organizational communications and on - going process enhancements Develop and maintain all trade compliance policies and operations procedures, updating regularly according to regulatory enhancements initiated by the US government and other related agencies Provide continuous assessment of all execution and resource utilization tasks, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding process efficiency, delivery and receiving requirements and schedule adherence Perform needs - based and situational assessments of policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency, manage and reduce costs, promote both staff and client satisfaction, and ensure adherence to related quality control standards Utilize talent among team members with focused collaboration and the promotion of a performance - based work environment that leverages individual talents for group benefit Prepare complex licenses and agreements in support of all programs, including temporary / permanent export licenses (DSP 5, 6, 61, 73 and 74), foreign employment licenses, technical assistance agreements and amendments, warehouse distribution agreements and other functions Ensure adherence to all Bureau of Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (BATFE) compliance, including submission of permits (ATF 2, 3, 5, 6 and 9), USG and foreign transfers / variances, record - keeping requirements, destructive device movement and shipping requirements Address key client, personnel, and management queries and resolve them in an expedited manner, promoting sustained operational growth through business retention and the leveraging of available resources Oversee critical functions related to technical data transfers and data management, foreign travel and foreign visitor requests Educate, supervise and lead staff in the execution of all related functions, including the execution of audits and briefings Maintain a strong working knowledge of products, services, techniques and relevant tools, while committing to continued advanced technical education with respect to complex concepts and studies as related to position function Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, support staff and other management partners to facilitate information flow

By identifying, analyzing and coordinating policy positions, The Roundtable's business and trade association leaders seek to ensure a cohesive industry voice is heard by government officials and the public about real estate and its important role in the global economy.