Assistant Secretary Venkataraman to Travel to Las Vegas to Promote U.S. Exports of Mining Equipment at MINExpo 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, September 23, 2024
Contact: Office of Public Affairs
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Global Markets and Director General of the U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service Arun Venkataraman will travel to Las Vegas, Nevada from September 23-25, to participate in MINExpo 2024, the world’s largest mining event and expo. At the event, the Assistant Secretary will advance the Department of Commerce’s efforts to promote U.S. exports of mining equipment, encourage foreign investment, and meet with industry leaders and foreign government representatives.

At MINExpo 2024, Assistant Secretary Venkataraman will deliver opening remarks on the important role that the International Trade Administration (ITA) plays in advancing the Biden-Harris Administration’s efforts to strengthen the global competitiveness of the U.S. mining industry through government-industry collaboration. He will also participate in a panel discussion alongside seven foreign ministry officials to discuss expanding U.S. exports of mining equipment and attracting foreign investment into the country.

About the International Trade Administration
The International Trade Administration (ITA) at the U.S. Department of Commerce is the premier U.S. Government resource for American companies competing in the global marketplace. Operating in more than 100 U.S. locations and 80 markets worldwide, ITA promotes trade and investment, assists U.S. businesses and workers to export and expand globally, and ensures fair trade and compliance by enforcing U.S. trade laws and agreements. For more information on ITA, visit www.trade.gov.