30 October 2007
“U.S. Industrial Standards: Inspection and Certification”
Standards can be a double edged sword; it can be an obstacle as well as an inducement to trade. It is vital to raise awareness about the different standards. To that end TRAC has organized together with the two relevant bodies in Egypt and the United States, EOS and ANSI respectively, a video conference. The presentations and discussion shed light on the standardization processes in Egypt and the US, as well as efforts to harmonize standards. |
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11 September 2007
“What is next for Egypt?”
Dr. Randall Soderquist, Director of the Economic Policy Program, the German Marshall Fund of the United States, addressed the current state of affairs on trade policy in the U.S., with particular reference to the underlying political factors that influenced the creation of the agreement between the Republicans and the Democrats in the Congress on May 10, 2007, (Bipartisan Agreement) and potential compromise solutions that could reinvigorate the trade agenda. |
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25 June 2007
“Addressing Constraints To Environmental Compliance: In preparation for A Dialogue With Regulators”
The main objective of this brainstorming session was to put together a framework for the initiation of a productive dialogue with regulators regarding environmental compliance. It focused on setting-up a workplan to expose major external constraints to regulators and to look into endogenous constraints common to AmCham industrial members. This should help identify priorities and feasible steps to advance Environmental compliance in Egypt. |
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15 April 2007
"DIALOGUE ON WTO DISPUTE SETTLEMENT"
To learn more about how to defend one’s own rights and interests in the multilateral trading system, TRAC’s Conference held on April 15th, 2007 reflected upon:
How could the Egyptian Business Community better utilize the WTO dispute settlement as a strategic instrument that provides security and predictability to the multilateral trade system in that it seeks to oblige a violating party to reform its behavior and comply with the WTO trading rules?
Identify strategies that could facilitate a more effective involvement of the private sector in the system. |
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1 March 2007
"WTO Dispute Settlement System: A Unique International Mechanism for Settling Trade Disputes"
The discussion focused on the nature of the Dispute Settlement Mechanism and briefed us on the processes that cases go through within this system. It highlighted how Egypt and its private sector can make use of DSM as an effective tool to preserve its rights and defend its interests in global trade. |
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11 February 2007
"Egypt-U.S.: Possible Scenarios For Trade Development"
The Panel discussed prospects for further development between the two countries, and elaborated on the alternatives for deepening and expanding Egypt’s trade and investment relations with the U.S. |
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December 2006
"Training on International Trade Agreements"
As part of its training component, the Trade-Related Assistance Center (TRAC) organized a training program which consisted of four courses. |
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20 December 2006
"Bridging the Gap through Quality and Standards in Goods and Services"
On 20 December The AmCham Trade-Related Assistance Center (TRAC) & The Industry Committee organized a Panel Discussion with multiple prominent speakers including Dr. Mahmoud Eissa Regional Liaison Officer, International Standardization Organization, Chairman, Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality |
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3 December 2006
"Conference on Competition Law and Policy"
The issue of competition policy is of undeniable importance to trade liberalization, and has been drawing increasing attention at the international, regional and national levels. In February 2005, the People's Assembly ratified the Competition Law, after which the Egyptian Competition Authority (ECA) was established to ensure its sound enforcement. |
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13 September 2006
"Abuse of Dominance and Competition"
On 13 September 2006, the AmCham / Trade-related Assistance Center (TRAC) together with the Egyptian Competition Authority (ECA) organized a panel discussion on “Abuse of Dominance and Competition”. The panel discussion was part of a series of activities aimed at enhancing the business community’s understanding of the Egyptian Competition Law and its enforcement measures. |
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18 July 2006
"Trade in Services: Egypt’s Experience"
Egypt’s economy is dominated by its service sector, which represents more than 50% of its GDP, and employs an equal proportion of its workforce. In addition to that, the service sector is the fastest growing, and the biggest generator of foreign exchange revenues. |
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14 June 2006
Overview, Role of the WTO and the Private Sector
The WTO Agreements are at the basis of understanding international trade relations. The WTO has become the yardstick for any bilateral and/or regional trade arrangements, i.e. a country can no longer negotiate any trade agreements that would fall below the WTO. It is for that purpose that comprehending the rules, principles, obligations and regulations of WTO are key for a country to establish sound trade relations. |
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30 March 2006
Regional Arrangements: What do they mean for MENA?
This joint Roundatble organized by ERF, ECES and TRACS on the Regional Agreements and their importance for the MENA region. |
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29 March 2006
U.S.-Egypt Trade Relations: An Assessment
Mr. Ned Saums, was invited by the AmCham Trade Related Assistance Center on the March 29th, for a breakfast event, which was attended by 56 members and 22 non-members. |
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21 December 2005
 The Outcome of the WTO Ministerial Conference in Hong Kong, and Progress towards a U.S.-Egypt Free Trade Agreement
The AmCham Trade Related Assistance Center (TRAC) hosted Minister of Trade and Industry H.E. Rachid Mohamed Rachid on the 21st of December, 2005 for a breakfast briefing and discussion on “The Outcome of the WTO Ministerial Conference in Hong Kong, and Progress of the U.S.-Egypt Free Trade Agreement”, which was attended by 158 members and 121 non-members. |
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