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The U.S. Department of Commerce has granted approval for the export of advanced American semiconductors to two companies in the Middle East.
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U.S. Department of Commerce begins shutdown after congressional funding expires
The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced that, following the expiration of federal funding on September 30, 2025, it is implementing its plan for an orderly shutdown due to a lapse in congressional appropriations.
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SelectUSA opens registration for May 2026 Investment Summit amid focus on FDI
Registration is now open for the 2026 SelectUSA Investment Summit, scheduled to take place from May 3 to May 6, 2026, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland.
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Remembering 9/11: survivor reflects on loss and value of workplace community
Twenty-four years after the September 11 attacks, Americans continue to reflect on the tragedy that claimed 2,977 lives.
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U.S. Commerce Secretary hosts roundtable on Alaska seafood industry
Secretary Howard W. Lutnick of the U.S. Department of Commerce led an Alaska Seafood Roundtable on September 9, 2025.
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Commerce announces $4.2 billion rail deal with Kazakhstan supporting over 11,000 U.S. jobs
The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced a major commercial agreement between Wabtec Corporation and the Government of Kazakhstan.
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Trump administration outlines efforts to boost Alaska's seafood industry
Alaska’s seafood industry is a major part of the state’s economy, producing about $6 billion in economic output and employing 48,000 people.
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Commerce Department posts quarterly GDP data on multiple blockchains
The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced a new initiative to post real gross domestic product (GDP) data on the blockchain, starting with the July 2025 figures.
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Commerce Department moves NSTC operations from Natcast back under NIST control
The Department of Commerce has announced that the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) will take over operations of the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC), ending its management by the National Center for the...
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U.S., EU announce framework aimed at reciprocal fair trade and reduced tariffs
The United States and the European Union have announced a new Framework Agreement focused on reciprocal, fair, and balanced trade.
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U.S. rejects IMO net-zero shipping plan citing consumer cost concerns
The United States government has issued a joint statement rejecting the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) proposed “Net-Zero Framework,” which aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the global shipping sector.
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Commerce Department joins Labor and Education in unveiling new national workforce strategy
The U.S. Departments of Commerce, Labor, and Education have released a joint report titled "America’s Talent Strategy: Equipping American Workers for the Golden Age."
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Commerce Department reforms AI safety institute into new innovation center
Under the direction of President Trump, Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick announced plans to transform the U.S. AI Safety Institute into the Center for AI Standards and Innovation (CAISI).
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Record-breaking attendance at SelectUSA Investment Summit leads to $1 billion in commitments
The U.S. Department of Commerce recently concluded the 11th SelectUSA Investment Summit, marking a record-breaking event with over 5,500 attendees from more than 100 international markets.
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Tech Hubs program receives additional funding; new competition announced
The Tech Hubs program, initiated by the 2022 CHIPS and Science Act, has allocated over $541 million in funding through grants.
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UAE unveils new phase one of joint US-AI campus
A new AI campus, a collaborative effort between the United Arab Emirates and the United States, was unveiled in Abu Dhabi at Qasr Al Watan.
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Commerce Secretary addresses issues with initial tech hubs program rollout
In 2022, Congress established the Tech Hubs Program to bolster U.S. economic and national security by advancing future technologies.
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UAE and US agree on framework for advanced technology cooperation
The United Arab Emirates and the United States have agreed to create a framework known as the "US-UAE AI Acceleration Partnership."
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U.S.-U.K. announce historic trade deal enhancing market access and security
The United States and the United Kingdom have announced a significant trade agreement, aiming to enhance market access and strengthen national security.
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SelectUSA Investment Summit announces speaker lineup including top executives and officials
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick has announced the latest speakers for the 2025 SelectUSA Investment Summit.
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