Deputy Secretary Speeches

Nov162015

In Manila, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Highlights U.S. Commitment to Expanding Commercial Engagement in Asia-Pacific Region

Trade and InvestmentHannover MesseAsia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)
Today, Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews spoke about the United States’ commitment to expanding commercial engagement in the Asia-Pacific region during a reception hosted by the American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines. He also invited business leaders in the audience to attend the 2016 Hannover Messe industrial fair.

Oct152015

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at First-Ever Tbilisi Silk Road Forum in Tbilisi, Georgia

Trade and InvestmentNew Silk RoadWorld Trade Organization (WTO)
As head of the United States delegation, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered welcoming remarks today at the first-ever Tbilisi Silk Road Forum in Tbilisi, Georgia. Hosted by Prime Minister of Georgia Irakli Garibashvili, the Forum brought together 32 countries and almost 1,000 participants to exchange best practices, maximize opportunities and address challenges of how to...

Sep302015

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at 34th Annual Conference on U.S.-Turkey Relations

Trade and InvestmentBruce H. AndrewsTransatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP)Framework for Strategic Economic and Commercial Cooperation (FSECC)
U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks today at the 34th Annual Conference on U.S.-Turkey Relations hosted by the American Turkish Council. Speaking before a crowd of approximately 100 American and Turkish business leaders and government officials, he discussed bilateral commercial relations between the two countries and the Commerce Department’s leading role in helping...

Aug032015

U.S. Deputy Commerce Secretary Bruce Andrews Delivers Opening Remarks at the First-Ever Open for Innovation Event

InnovationBruce H. AndrewsAmerica's Innovation AgencyOpen for Innovation DayPresidential Ambassadors for Global Entrepreneurship (PAGE)
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered the opening remarks at the Commerce Department’s first-ever Open for Innovation event. The event provided the opportunity for more than 80 startups to pitch their most innovative idea to solve a complex business challenge from one of eight established corporations. The corporations in attendance included American Cancer Society,...

Jul302015

U.S. Deputy Commerce Secretary Bruce Andrews Discusses Department's Agenda at the White House Economic Development Forum

InnovationWhite House Economic Development ForumSelectUSABruce H. Andrews
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks at the fourth annual White House Economic Development Forum. This forum – hosted by SelectUSA, in conjunction with the International Economic Development Council and the National Economic Council – brought together more than 50 of the country’s leading economic development professionals to discuss America’s long-term...

Jul142015

U.S. Deputy Commerce Secretary Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks on Outcomes of First-Ever U.S.-Ukraine Business Forum

Trade and InvestmentU.S.-Ukraine Business ForumUkrainian Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk
Earlier this week, Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks at the closing of the first-ever U.S.-Ukraine Business Forum. At the event, Secretary Penny Pritzker, Ukrainian Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk, Deputy Secretary Andrews, and other government officials met with U.S. business leaders to discuss the future of the economic partnership between the United States and...

May202015

U.S. Deputy Commerce Secretary Bruce Andrews Participates in Grand Opening of New Manufacturing Facility in Michigan

InnovationBruce H. Andrews
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews participated in the grand opening of ABB’s new manufacturing facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The company’s investment in its first robotics facility in the United States demonstrates their commitment to the North American market and is a strong signal that America has the most attractive investment climate in the world.

May142015

Deputy Secretary Bruce Andrews Highlights Economic Partnership with Poland at American Chamber of Commerce in Warsaw

Trade and InvestmentTransatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP)President's Export Council (PEC)
Today, Deputy Secretary Bruce Andrews discussed America's economic relationship with Poland at the American Chamber of Commerce in Warsaw, Poland. As one of the United States’ closest partners in fostering transatlantic security, strengthening economic prosperity, and promoting democracy, American businesses and government leaders want to continue to deepen economic and commercial ties with...

May132015

Deputy Secretary Bruce Andrews Delivers Keynote Address at Regional Cybersecurity Summit in Bucharest, Romania

Trade and InvestmentRegional Cybersecurity SummitNational Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE)Cybersecurity Framework for Critical Infrastructure
Deputy Secretary Bruce Andrews kicked-off the Regional Cybersecurity Summit in Bucharest, Romania by discussing the importance of cybersecurity as the keynote speaker. The event, co-hosted by the Government of Romania and the U.S. Government, gathered businesses and delegates from the Deputy Secretary’s trade mission and public and private sector officials from Central and Southeast Europe to...

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