Below is a full list of AAIP media statements and press releases. Media inquiries can be sent to info@americanindopac.com.
Bangkok, September 11, 2023 — Today, the American Association of the Indo-Pacific (AAIP) has released a pivotal report during the ongoing trade negotiations for the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) in Bangkok.
WASHINGTON, D.C., July 6, 2023 — A report published today by the American Association of the Indo-Pacific (AAIP) underscores the imperative of robust digital trade standards in the upcoming Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) agreement negotiations, advocating for their vital role in economic growth in the U.S. and Indo-Pacific region, particularly for small enterprises.
DETROIT, MI - May 28, 2023 - The American Association of the Indo-Pacific (AAIP) supports the significant breakthrough made by the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) negotiators and ministers on Saturday. IPEF member economies reached a substantive agreement on the Supply Chain Pillar, marking a crucial juncture in the framework’s ambitious agenda to reach agreements this year.
SINGAPORE, May 8, 2023 – The American Association of the Indo-Pacific (AAIP), a lead organization for U.S.-headquartered companies operating in the Indo-Pacific, has released a detailed submission outlining key recommendations for the third round of IPEF negotiations in Singapore.
March 28, 2023 – Bangkok – The American Association of the Indo-Pacific (AAIP) held a crucial meeting of its IPEF Taskforce today to discuss the organization's strategic approach and engagement with IPEF-member governments and other stakeholders in preparation for the upcoming IPEF negotiating round.
Bali, March 13, 2023 - As negotiations on the Indo-Pacific Economic Forum (IPEF) agreement begin in Bali, a business group made up of U.S.-headquartered companies with subsidiaries across the region is calling on negotiators to put forward bold proposals and engage more closely with the private sector to help develop them.
The American Association for the Indo-Pacific, the region’s only Indo-Pacific-focused U.S. business coalition, stated in its submission to the U.S. government that ensuring openness and cooperation with business is key to the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework’s success. The submission, which consolidates views from members of AAIP’s IPEF Taskforce, effectively argues that ensuring regulations are transparent and […]
AAIP welcomes the announcement of the launch of Indo-Pacific Economic Framework negotiations. We are committed to working with the U.S. and other IPEF governments to advance this initiative and to ensure that it delivers concrete outcomes for members’ citizens, workers, and businesses. We hope the IPEF can lead to a comprehensive free trade agreement that will deliver even greater economic and strategic benefits.
Coalition says global businesses have unique perspective for forthcoming trade talks
U.S. Ambassador says new trade and investment frameworks meet new global challenges SINGAPORE -- The American Association of the Indo-Pacific (AAIP) stated today that the newly launched Partnership for Global Infrastructure & Investment (PGII) and the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) completely align regional government and U.S. business interests to meet global challenges on infrastructure.