ITI: New Commerce Rule Allows U.S. Companies to Maintain Their Important Role in International Standards Bodies
WASHINGTON – Today, global tech trade association ITI issued the following statement in reaction to the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) Interim Final Rule regarding the release of certain technologies in standards-related activities:
“Consistent participation drives success and influence in the international standards system,” said Naomi Wilson, ITI’s Vice President of Policy for Asia. “As the United States seeks to enhance its technological leadership, ensuring globally-engaged companies maintain their seat in international standards setting bodies is essential to competing with foreign contenders like China. ITI commends the U.S. Department of Commerce for issuing an updated rule that fully enables U.S. and multinational companies to participate in international standards development activities. Further, we appreciate the Department’s ongoing engagement and willingness to work with industry on this critical issue to ensure that national security is safeguarded without inhibiting U.S. industry’s competitiveness and global leadership.”