Miscellaneous International Trade Notices
The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reports that a group of specialists believe the U.S. sanctions against Myanmar (formerly Burma) haven't achieved their aims and have been counterproductive in moving that country toward democracy. The Seattle-based Myanmar specialists have issued a report which concludes that U.S. sanctions aren't working because of Myanmar's growing ties with China, India, and its Southeast Asian neighbors. (WSJ Pub 03/25/04)
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1. WSJ Reports U.S. Sanctions on Myanmar Have Almost No Consequences
2. FMCSA Asks Shippers to Identify Parking Facilities for Resting Truckers
Shippers NewsWire reports that the U.S. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has asked shippers to determine where parking is available around their facilities for resting truckers, noting the need for sufficient parking since the implementation of new hours of service rules for drivers. (SNW dated 03/23/04, www.americanshipper.com)
3. ITC Due Date for Comments on CBTPA "Commercial Availability" Petition
The International Trade Commission (ITC) initiated a review concerning a petition filed under the "commercial availability" provisions of the U.S.-Caribbean Basin Trade Partnership Act (CBTPA) on certain cotton woven flannel fabrics. Written comments are due by April 2, 2004. (See ITT's Online Archives or 03/16/04 news, 04031620, for BP summary of a related notice, which reflects an incorrect April 6, 2004 ITC comment due date.) (ITC notice, dated 03/16/04, available at http://www.usitc.gov/332s/shortsup/332_458_005nl.pdf)
4. BIS' MTAC to Hold Open Meeting On April 15, 2004
The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has issued a notice stating that the Materials Technical Advisory Committee (MTAC) will hold an open meeting on April 15, 2004 in Washington, DC. According to BIS, MTAC advises BIS on technical questions that affect the level of export controls applicable to advanced materials and related technology. (FR Pub 03/26/04, available at http://a257.g.akamaitech.net/7/257/2422/14mar20010800/edocket.access.gpo.gov/2004/pdf/04-6795.pdf)