Trade

Through advocacy, AAFA strives to open U.S. and foreign markets, while assisting AAFA members in understanding and navigating complex trade rules.

News

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Apr. 06, 2018

Apparel and Footwear Industry CEO Counters Administration Response

The American Apparel & Footwear Association’s President and CEO Rick Helfenbein released the following statement in response to President Trump’s announcement.

Apr. 13, 2018

AAFA Joins Multi-Association Letter Seeking Clarification on North Korea Forced Labor FAQs

An industry coalition working hard to eliminate forced labor is seeking clarifications to achieve better compliance with new North Korean sanctions legislation (CAATSA).

Apr. 12, 2018

Companies Support NAFTA Modernization and Oppose Restrictions

More than 150 companies from the U.S., Mexican, and Canadian textile, apparel, and retail industries wrote to the three NAFTA trade ministers.

Apr. 11, 2018

AAFA Joins Multi-Association Letter on China Tariff Policy

AAFA joined with more than 100 other associations to express concerns on tariff policy with respect to China.

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Legislative Action Center

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. Oppose potential new tariffs on U.S. imports from China, or send a letter asking Congress to protect the hundreds of thousands of jobs tied to the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)!

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Tools & Research

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Country Profiles

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.

Endorsed Schools and Universities

These schools have passed a rigorous curriculum review to receive AAFA’s endorsement.

Country Profiles

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.

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Committees

Customs Team Transportation Team Government Relations Committee Footwear Action Committee Legwear Committee

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Events

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Apr. 24, 2018 05:00 PM 2018 Sourcing Conference Innovation continues to reinvent the industry. Experts will talk about how to leverage technology and carry your supply chain into the future. TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade TYPE: In-Person Event LOCATION: Washington, DC	4/24/2018 5:00:00 PM

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Apr. 24, 2018 10:00 AM AAFA Government Relations Spring Committee Meeting On April 24, we will meet to discuss pending trade and regulatory matters critical for the apparel and footwear industry. Members Only TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade TYPE: Committee LOCATION: Washington, DC	4/24/2018 10:00:00 AM
Apr. 30, 2018 06:00 PM Government Contracts Committee Spring 2018 Meeting Join AAFA in Savannah, GA for the GCC Spring 2018 Meeting. TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade TYPE: In-Person Event LOCATION: Savannah, GA	4/30/2018 6:00:00 PM
May 15, 2018 03:00 PM Government Relations Committee May Conference Call Review the issues of the day and discuss Committee plans over the coming months Members Only TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade TYPE: Committee LOCATION: Conference Call	5/15/2018 3:00:00 PM

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Request for Comments

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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