US seeks new robust economic framework with Indo-Pacific allies
While the US has no plans to join the pact, U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said the new framework aims to be more inclusive than CPTPP.
Thu Nov 18 2021
U.S. Senate confirms Wilbur Ross as Commerce Secretary
The Senate voted 72-27 to confirm Ross, who has been highly critical of China's trade practices and who has had a strong influence on Trump's opposition to multilateral trade deals.
Tue Feb 28 2017
U.S. Senate hearings delayed for three wealthy Trump nominees
The Senate Commerce Committee said on Tuesday it was moving Ross's hearing to Jan. 18 from Jan. 12 because Ross has not completed all of the necessary government paperwork.
Wed Jan 11 2017