Through advocacy, AAFA strives to open U.S. and foreign markets, while assisting AAFA members in understanding and navigating complex trade rules.
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Jan. 16, 2020
AAFA hailed the passage of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) by the Senate today, and encouraged President Donald J. Trump to sign the bill into law and implement the agreement quickly.
Feb. 07, 2020
The American Apparel & Footwear Association expressed its support for U.S. negotiations with Kenya for a potential free trade agreement in a statement today.
Feb. 05, 2020
AAFA joined with 80 business groups supporting inclusion of the DRIVE SAFE ACT, creating a truck driver apprentice program, in the surface transportation reauthorization bill.
Jan. 31, 2020
AAFA submitted comments to oppose removal of GSP duty free benefits for imports of travel goods from Indonesia.
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Here’s where you’ll find pre-prepared letters and e-mails to send your legislators on the most pressing trade issues for our industry today.
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AAFA's members-only country profiles address the key features that are unique to a country but necessary for foreign businesses to understand when looking to sell within that country's borders.
These schools have fulfilled the criteria to qualify as AAFA Affiliate Schools.
AAFA has forged Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreements with strategic partners around the world to collaborate on reducing trade barriers, sharing best practices, and promoting innovation on behalf of our members.
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Mar. 3, 2020 02:00 PM
Join senior level executives in Washington, DC at the Executive Summit!
TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade
TYPE: In-Person Event
LOCATION: Washington, DC
Feb. 27, 2020 01:00 PM
Joins us to discuss strategy towards the U.S. and other countries adopting a new approach to labeling.
Members Only
TYPE: Committee
LOCATION: Conference Call
Mar. 3, 2020 07:00 AM
The Board of Directors Meeting and Capitol Hill Visit will take place prior to the start of the Executive Summit on March 3rd.
Mar. 10, 2020 03:00 PM
Review the issues of the day and discuss Committee plans over the coming months.
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Before the government implements changes to various compliance processes, agencies often solicit comments, offering industry opportunities to provide feedback on the impact of proposed rule or process changes. AAFA provides comments on behalf of the industry. We also encourage you to submit comments directly. Here is where we share the requests for comments by agency and by deadline.
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Feb. 27, 2020 02:00 PM
This webinar will provide an overview of what a Data Platform is and demonstrate the capabilities that can empower today’s progressive organizations.
TOPICS: Trade, Supply Chain
TYPE: Webinar
LOCATION: Online
Mar. 12, 2020 02:00 PM
Join guest speaker Inna Zubashko, from PVH and hear her discuss how a successful and complex business is tackling supply chain agility.
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An engaging three-day event you won't want to miss.