Monthly Archives: June 2011

GSP Progress Stalls: Hearing Cancelled; Three Amendments could affect GSP

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Marideth

The Republicans boycotted the Senate Finance Hearing that was to begin at 3p today.  Rules require that at least one Republican attend – and none did. That forces any and all action on GSP renewal and other aspects of the trade … Continue reading →

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Congress Agrees to Move Trade Agenda – including GSP!

Posted on June 28, 2011 by Marideth

This just in! It appears that agreement was reached earlier today between the key Members of Congress to allow renewal of the Generalized System of Preferences for a two-year period. The renewal would include the opportunity for those U.S. importers … Continue reading →

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Sandler Trade LLC Moves and Grows

Posted on June 27, 2011 by Marideth

Sandler Trade LLC has moved to 1050 17th Street, Suite 1000, in downtown Washington’s K Street area near Farragut North metro. Map The space is host to 51 different companies, which facilitates a unique synergy among attorneys, consultants, import-export specialists, accountants, NGOs, and health professionals. … Continue reading →

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