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Learn what it takes to prevent border delays, minimize importation costs and optimize supply chain structures in the world’s leading markets
U.S. companies importing into Brazil, India and China face unique and complex tax and customs challenges and must learn how to navigate each local regulatory environment to maintain compliant customs operations.
With global operations transforming trade compliance into a competitive advantage, customs and trade executives must remain current on customs requirements and regulations in today’s largest markets. Brazilian, Indian and Chinese customs regulations are exceptionally complex and companies willing to succeed in these markets must keep track of the latest developments and regulatory changes. Failure to be informed can result in border delays, enforcement actions, aggressive penalties and missed production and delivery deadlines.
Now in its 5th successful year, ACI’s Advanced Forum on Global Customs Compliance presents a revamped conference agenda that focuses on the customs insights you need to succeed in Brazil, India and China. Hear corporate perspectives on how to comply with Brazilian, Indian and Chinese Customs requirements and learn how industry leaders are developing tailored approaches to improve import operations in each country. Benefit from the expertise of senior attorneys from India, Brazil and China and ask your most pressing customs questions.
Highlights from the program will include:
• How to expedite the RADAR registration process in Brazil
• Assessing and minimizing import taxes into Brazil
• Addressing customs issues with Indian government officials and the DRI
• Coping with hurdles to efficient logistics and expediting customs clearance in India
• Applying China’s country of origin and marking standards
• Overcoming challenges of building relationships with Chinese officials
• Optimizing customs bonded operations in China
About
Learn what it takes to prevent border delays, minimize importation costs and optimize supply chain structures in the world’s leading markets
U.S. companies importing into Brazil, India and China face unique and complex tax and customs challenges and must learn how to navigate each local regulatory environment to maintain compliant customs operations.
With global operations transforming trade compliance into a competitive advantage, customs and trade executives must remain current on customs requirements and regulations in today’s largest markets. Brazilian, Indian and Chinese customs regulations are exceptionally complex and companies willing to succeed in these markets must keep track of the latest developments and regulatory changes. Failure to be informed can result in border delays, enforcement actions, aggressive penalties and missed production and delivery deadlines.
Now in its 5th successful year, ACI’s Advanced Forum on Global Customs Compliance presents a revamped conference agenda that focuses on the customs insights you need to succeed in Brazil, India and China. Hear corporate perspectives on how to comply with Brazilian, Indian and Chinese Customs requirements and learn how industry leaders are developing tailored approaches to improve import operations in each country. Benefit from the expertise of senior attorneys from India, Brazil and China and ask your most pressing customs questions.
Highlights from the program will include:
• How to expedite the RADAR registration process in Brazil
• Assessing and minimizing import taxes into Brazil
• Addressing customs issues with Indian government officials and the DRI
• Coping with hurdles to efficient logistics and expediting customs clearance in India
• Applying China’s country of origin and marking standards
• Overcoming challenges of building relationships with Chinese officials
• Optimizing customs bonded operations in China
Contents & Contributors
Brazil Customs Compliance
Navigating the Brazilian Tax System: Assessing and Minimizing Import Taxes into Brazil
Fabiana Heitmann Taunay Ferreira, Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados (São Paulo, Brazil)
RADAR: How to Apply and Maintain Compliance
Oswaldo Leite de Moraes Filho, Demarest & Almeida (São Paulo, Brazil)
Import Documentation: Ensuring Efficient Entry Process Flow to Minimize Customs Delays
Carla Ackley Cravalho, Global Customs & Trade Affairs Manager, Cisco Systems, Inc. (San Jose, CA)
Optimizing the Use of Special Customs Regimes to Support Your Brazilian Import Strategy
Alessandra Machado, Trench, Rossie Watanabe Advogados (São Paulo, Brazil)
Dealing with Customs Authorities During an Inspection or Investigation
Henry Morita, Inter-Market Logistics Manager, Nestlé USA (Glendale, CA)
Robert J. Pisani, Pisani & Roll PLLC (Washington, DC)
Customs Modernization in Brazil: How the Latest Regulations, Import Programs and FTAs Will Impact Your Operations
Mauro Berenholc, Pinheiro Neto (São Paulo, Brazil)
Ensuring Proper Classification and Valuation in Brazil
Cesar Moreno, Braga & Marafon (São Paulo, Brazil)
Selecting Competent and Compliant Local Customs Brokers and Trading Companies
Steven Kott, Senior Manager, Global Trade, Advanced Micro Devices, (San Jose, CA)
India Customs Compliance
Opening Remarks from Chair of India Customs Day
V. Lakshmi Kumaran, Lakshmi Kumaran & Sridharan (New Delhi, India)
The Rise in Customs Enforcement in India: Customs Authorities Priorities and Targets
Rohan Shah, Managing Partner, Economic Law Practice (Mumbai, India)
Expediting the Licensing Process in India
Diane Divin, Manager, Global Import/Export Administration & Logistics, Mary Kay Inc. (Addison, TX)
Addressing Customs Issues with Indian Government Officials and the DRI
Steven Kott, Senior Manager, Global Trade, Advanced Micro Devices, (San Jose, CA)
Vaibhav Parikh, Nishith Desai Associates (Palo Alto, CA)
Optimizing the Use of Special Economic Zones
Robert Bowen, Senior Corporate Counsel, Program Director, Export-Import Regulations Office, Hitachi Global Storage Technologies, Inc. (San Jose, CA)
Shankar Chaterjee, Managing Director – India and South Asia, Bertling Logistics (Mumbai, India)
Ensuring the Proper Classification of Goods
V. Lakshmi Kumaran, Lakshmi Kumaran & Sridharan (New Delhi, India)
How to Facilitate Trade and Expedite Customs Clearance in India
Larry Disenhof, Group Director, Export Compliance, Cadence Design System (Chelmsford, MA)
Vivek Luthra, Senior Support Manager – India, DHL Express Germany, (Bonn, Germany)
Addressing Customs Valuation Challenges and Mitigating Disputes
Steven Kott, Senior Manager, Global Trade, Advanced Micro Devices, (San Jose, CA)
V. Lakshmi Kumaran, Lakshmi Kumaran & Sridharan (New Delhi, India)
Minimizing Direct and Indirect Taxes on Imports
Rajeev Dimri, BMR & Associates (New Delhi, India)
Maximizing Benefits of FTAs and RTAs in India
Vinay Jha, Senior Advisor, Genesis Burson-Marsteller (New Delhi, India)
China Customs Compliance
China’s New Enterprise Customs Classification System: Eligibility, Requirements and Benefits for IORs
Steven Kott, Senior Manager, Global Trade, Advanced Micro Devices (San Jose, CA)
Improving Customs Valuation Efficiency
Donna Dong, Head of Customs and Trade Compliance, China Bayer Material Science (Shanghai, China)
Adapting to Port of Entry Differences: Expediting Customs Clearance in China
Pierre Mallette, Director of Logistics, Globe Electric Company Inc. (Montreal, Canada)
Joan Pan, Director Global Trade Compliance, Merck & Co Inc. (Whitehouse Station, NJ)
Mapping Out Your Import Strategy to Reduce Impact of VAT Refund Rate Changes
Angela Ling, Trade Plus, Inc., Eugene Lim, Baker & McKenzie (Hong Kong)
Addressing Customs Issues Directly with Chinese Government Officials
H. Douglas Garfield, Director, Global Customs & Trade, PepsiCo International (Valhalla, NY)
Matthew McConkey, Mayer Brown (Beijing, China)
Ensuring Proper Classification in China
Sylvia Chen, Manager, Worldwide Management Services, PricewaterhouseCoopers (San Jose, CA)
Lydia McClure, Corporate Trade Manager, Tax and Trade, Applied Materials Inc. (Santa Clara, CA)
Optimizing Customs Bonded Operations in China
Steve Bonar, Senior Global Customs Compliance Manager, Plantronics Inc. (Santa Cruz, CA)
Robert Bowen, Senior Corporate Counsel, Program Director, Export-Import Regulations Office, Hitachi Global Storage Technologies, Inc. (San Jose, CA)
Applying China’s Country of Origin and Marking Standards
Eugene Lim, Baker & McKenzie (Hong Kong)
Randi Waltuck, Director of Trade Compliance,ATC Technology Corporation (Fort Worth, TX)
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