[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 121, 110th Congress, 1st Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

 
PROCLAMATION 8147--MAY 18, 2007

Proclamation 8147 of May 18, 2007
World Trade Week, 2007
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
World trade is essential to promoting global economic growth,
development, freedom, and prosperity. During World Trade Week, we
underscore our commitment to free and fair trade and acknowledge the
benefits of open markets for our citizens and for people around the
globe.

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Trade creates wealth and opportunities, and United States engagement in
the global economy has contributed to rising living standards throughout
our country. Businesses that participate in international trade are more
productive, have higher employment growth, and pay greater wages.
Advancing free trade on a level playing field helps ensure that America
benefits from the international market.
My Administration is committed to reducing barriers to trade,
strengthening our strategic partnerships, and promoting economic growth
throughout the world. At the beginning of my Administration, America had
free trade agreements with three countries. Today, we have free trade
agreements in force with 14 countries, creating benefits for American
businesses, workers, and consumers. These trade agreements are
particularly important for small and medium-sized companies to help them
identify and take full advantage of new trade opportunities.
The United States continues to work with other nations in the World
Trade Organization to complete the Doha Development Round, which has the
potential to lift millions of people out of poverty. I have also called
upon the Congress to extend Trade Promotion Authority so we can complete
the Doha Round and continue to negotiate robust trade agreements. By
working to expand trade, we open new markets for American products and
services and help build free economies that can raise the standard of
living for families.
NOW, THEREFORE I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 20 through May 26,
2007, as World Trade Week. I encourage all Americans to observe this
week with events, trade shows, and educational programs that celebrate
the benefits of trade to our Nation and the global economy.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence
of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH