Program Summary
(Subject to Change)
Plenaries:
Wednesday, September 30
Opening Remarks Acting Under Secretary Daniel O. Hill
Interagency Panel "Facilitating Secure Trade"
Acting Assistant Secretary Matthew S. Borman
The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), along with its partner export control participating agencies, takes seriously its critical national security responsibility. In addition to the timely and rigorous review of license applications, an effective export control system requires a combination of domestic and international activities to educate parties on their export control responsibilities, proactive compliance efforts and the conduct of enforcement investigations. BIS, with the support of many other agencies, is committed to protecting U.S. national security, foreign policy and economic interests while at the same time facilitating secure trade.
Thursday, October 1
Export Enforcement Keynote
Acting Assistant Secretary for Export Enforcement Kevin Delli-Colli will highlight important enforcement activities in FY 2009 and provide an outlook on future initiatives. A panel of Export Enforcement management will discuss significant cases, penalties, mitigating factors, and voluntary disclosures.
Breakout Sessions:
Wednesday, September 30-Thursday, October 1
1. Release of Technology
The transfer of technology is an increasingly prevalent segment of international trade. This interagency panel, representing the Departments of Commerce, Defense and State, and Energy, will discuss the national security and foreign policy issues raised by technology exports from each agency's perspective.
2. Commerce/State Jurisdictional Issues
Commerce controls dual-use commercial items on the Commerce Control List, while State controls military items on the U.S. Munitions List. Frequently, the issue of export control jurisdiction for an item can require significant deliberation. Commerce and State representatives will shed light on recent jurisdictional questions and their potential impact on export licensing.
3. Voluntary Self Disclosures
BIS strongly encourages that companies disclose information when they believe they may have violated the Export Administration Regulations. These voluntary self-disclosures are a mitigating factor in determining what administrative sanctions may be applied. BIS representatives will explain the requirements for such disclosures and the measures that can be taken under Part 764 of the EAR after a disclosure is made. (A representative from the State Department's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls will discuss State's VSD program.)
4. Mandatory Automated Export System
Representatives of the Bureau of the Census will discuss the filing requirements of the Automated Export System (AES). They will explain the electronic export information (EEI) that must be filed for exports of physical goods. Routed transactions and the roles and responsibilities of the U.S. principal party in interest, foreign principle party in interest and agent also will be covered.
5. International Perspectives in Export Controls
Several representatives of foreign governments will present information on their countries' export control regulations, policies, and practices. (Representatives of The Netherlands, Sweden, or Turkey and Norway and China will be invited.)
6. Supply Chain Security
The dual-use export control system is evolving from a list-based to an end-user based system that is highly dependent on a range of compliance activities. This session will cover how the agencies are working on programs and policies to facilitate international supply chain security. The speakers will discuss the synergies between strong internal control programs, export compliance documentation, and customs clearance.
7. The Emerging Technology and Research TAC
Technical Advisory Committees (TACs), composed of representatives from industry and government, advise the Department of Commerce on the technical parameters for export controls applicable to dual-use commodities and technology. The Emerging Technology and Research TAC (E-Trac) was established to review a number of issues related to technology controls and domestic research, including a recommended methodologies for identifying technologies that should be subject to deemed export controls and evaluating emerging technologies. Members of the E-Trac will inform on the work of their committee and facilitate an open discussion of emerging technology issues.
8. Government Accountability Office on Export Controls
On June 4, 2009, the GAO reported in testimony to the Congress about the export control system and its ability to help protect critical technologies. Representatives of the GAO will share information on their findings regarding government programs aimed at ensuring effective protection of technologies critical to U.S. national security interests.
9. Export Embargoes and Sanctions Programs
Specialists from BIS, the State Department's Office of Terrorism, Finance and Economic Sanctions Policy, and the Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control will provide insight into embargo policies under the EAR, the foreign policy view of U.S. economic sanctions, and economic sanctions under the Foreign Assets Control Regulations.
10. Status Export Control Initiatives
BIS's Regulatory Policy Division will provide an update on initiatives undertaken last year to ensure that export control policies and practices support national security while facilitating U.S. economic and technological leadership.
11. Export Control Officer Country Briefings
This session will present a panel discussion featuring the Export Control Officers (ECOs) stationed in China, Hong Kong, India, Russia and the United Arab Emirates. Each ECO will provide a review of their country, highlights of commercial visits and unique aspects of doing business within the country (i.e., China and MOFCOM). The session will introduce exporters to the specific ECO serving as the primary contact for the region and export control issues.
Special Sessions and Activities:
Wednesday, September 30-Friday, October 2
BIS Online Services
Learn about online services and information provided through the BIS Web Site. The staff of BIS's Office of the Chief Information Officer will provide interactive demonstrations of the SNAP-R on-line application system as well as user group sign-up and hands-on training. You also will be able to access the BIS Online Training Room where you can view a series of introductory training modules and past BIS Webinars such as Reexport Controls, SNAP-R and Intermediate Deemed Exports.
Internet Café and Meeting Space
An internet café will be open to provide internet access and a place to gather for one-on-one meetings or consult with colleagues.
Friday, October 2 (One Day Only)
Export Compliance Workshop
This workshop is intended to help companies create or design an export compliance program. It will focus on export management best practices to reduce risk of export violations under the EAR. Agenda topics will include: how to develop or enhance your compliance program; foundations of an effective compliance program; how to develop a compliance manual. This seminar includes group discussion, exercises and compliance peer networking.
Encryption Workshop
This session will provide an advanced level discussion of the unique provisions of the Export Administration Regulations related to encryption products. BIS encryption specialists will provide clarification on questions that companies often encounter and facilitate group exchange. Issues such as functionality, ancillary products, open source and transfers to subsidiaries abroad will be considered.
Exhibitors Trade Show
The Exhibit Hall will be open only on Friday, October 2 from 7:30am-3:30pm to provide ample opportunity to speak with industry and government service providers. Please note that industry exhibits will not be present during the first two days of the conference. Over thirty private sector and U.S. Government exhibitors will be on hand to present the services they offer to assist in your various export control responsibilities. Such services include global logistics management, compliance strategies, and education and counseling on international trade management and regulations.
Roundtable Discussions
A full day of specific topic roundtables will give you the opportunity to meet and network with officials of BIS and other agencies and your export control peers in an informal setting. There will be four (4) one-hour sessions throughout the day from 9:00am-10:00am; 10:30am-11:30am; 1:00pm-2:00pm; and 2:30pm-3:30pm. You may participate in all sessions, but to provide sufficient opportunities for all, you are required to select a different table for each session. There will be program material to identify the topic of discussions and facilitator for each table. The tables will be numbered and this event will be on a first come, first served basis.
BIS at Your Service
BIS personnel will be available in the Exhibit Hall to meet you. Licensing and enforcement offices will be represented to provide guidance on the services BIS provides to help exporters understand the Export Administration Regulations, submit applications and obtain export licenses, when required.
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