Since January 1, 1989, when the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS) became effective, the document has been revised three times: in 1992, 1996, and 2002. In early 2007, it will once again be modified in accordance with the recommendations of the World Customs Organization (WCO). Changes will affect both export (Schedule B) and import codes.

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Beginning January 23, 2007, in order to enter or re-enter the United States all persons (including U.S. citizens), traveling by air from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda will be required to have a passport (unless traveling with a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Document or Air NEXUS card). Lawful permanent residents (LPRs), refugees, and asylees will continue to be able to use their Alien Registration Card (Form I-551 - “Green Card”), or other valid evidence of permanent residence status (or refugee or asylee status).

Effective January 1, 2008, a similar requirement will be applied to travelers arriving to the United States by land or sea (including ferries). For more information, please refer to “Documents You Will Need to Enter the United States,” published by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

Be sure to attend our January 11 Quarterly Briefing to keep abreast of other official travel regulations and "insiders travel tips." It's a big world out there....Travel it with ease of mind!

The World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia continually strives to provide its members and clients with the most up-to-date information and recommendations for making prudent international business decisions. We are pleased to report that our 2007 Calendar of Events already contains an extensive list of seminars, conferences and networking events designed with your business needs in mind. The New Year begins on January 11th with “Business Travel Safety & Security,” our first Quarterly Briefing of 2007.

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In keeping with our motto “It’s a big world out there … Prosper in it!” the WTCGP is currently preparing a trade mission to South America. From February 25 to March 3, 2007, local companies accompanied by the highly-experienced WTCGP staff will visit Colombia, Argentina and Uruguay as part of the WTCGP Latin American Trade Development Program. In each issue of

WorldLinks, we will highlight some

facts about these countries to illustrate why we believe these markets have high potential for area companies.

Argentina remains one of the strongest economies in South America and an attractive partner for U.S. companies. Last year, total U.S. exports of goods to Argentina increased by more than 20%, from $3.39 billion in 2004 to $4.1 billion in 2005.

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The newly opened Waterfront Technology Center in the heart of the Camden Innovation Zone was the site of the November 30 conference entitled “Fundamental Issues in Exporting for Technology Companies.” Over 35 professionals came together to hear experts provide technology companies with targeted advice on exporting

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Ms. Xiaohua (Sarah) Zhao, Partner,
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

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January 11, 2007

WTCGP Quarterly Briefing "Business Travel Safety and Security"

January 19, 2007

South America Pre-Trade Mission Briefing

January 25, 2007

Doing Business Globally

February 15, 2007

Fourth Annual Global Business Outlook Conference.

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