President Obama Promotes Exports and Trade

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In the short clip below, President Obama emphasizes the importance of international trade and how it creates American jobs.  He also touches on the Trans-Pacific Partnership and his intentions towards E.U.-U.S. free trade agreement.

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The United States of America: The 57th Presidential Inauguration

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President Obama sworn in to second term serving as President of the United States (1/21/13).

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Punish Americans Who Outsource?

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I don't mind getting China to play fair but do you really think we should punish folks in the United States for outsourcing?  Refer to No. 5.

6 ways Washington could create jobs

Elizabeth, have you heard of President Obama's National Export Initiative?

U.S. Commitment to Free Trade

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President Obama visited India and reassured the people of his strong support for a strategic partnership along with encouraging words about his commitment to free trade.

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Related article:  Time to advance free trade pacts

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Lower Barriers to Green Trade

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Letter to President Obama: "Lower trade barriers to green goods and services."

Several trade associations recently sent a letter (that includes the above remark) to President Obama pushing the Administration to pursue a quick conclusion of a comprehensive Environmental Goods and Services Agreement. The associations asked the president to use multiple channels to lower trade barriers to green goods and services, including the World Trade Organization (WTO), other economic forums, and climate negotiations.

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