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Acting CBP Commissioner Flores addressed the Trade and Cargo Security Summit in New Orleans.

CBP Trade and Cargo Security Summit

Good afternoon. It's great to see everyone at our fourth annual Trade and Cargo Security Summit. We appreciate you joining us, in person and virtually, for a week of collaboration focused on key trade issues.

CBP's Accomplishments and Initiatives

This summit provides critical updates on CBP efforts, including fostering legitimate trade and travel, and highlighting recent successes. The Trump Administration's "America First" approach has driven significant results: successful implementation of 21 tariff actions, a dramatic decrease in illegal border crossings (95% reduction), and strengthened counter-fentanyl efforts. Presidential proclamations on steel, aluminum, and autos are bringing back American jobs.

CBP has enhanced the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) to streamline tariff enforcement and improve efficiency. This includes automated solutions for air cargo and a modernized portal. Our robust enforcement of trade laws is crucial for national security, protecting consumers and ensuring a fair economic environment. Every shipment we screen contributes to a safer America.

We are addressing the challenges of de minimis shipments, which have become a gateway for illicit goods and intellectual property violations. The President's elimination of de minimis entry for products from China and Hong Kong is a significant step towards combating this issue. CBP is working with industry to ensure a smooth transition.

To facilitate policy implementation, a multidisciplinary Emergency Operations Center ensures swift and comprehensive action. Our collaboration with the trade community is vital to national security and economic prosperity.

Strengthening Partnerships

CBP’s partnership with nearly 11,000 CTPAT members strengthens supply chain security and accountability, providing benefits and promoting global security standards. International collaboration with other governments and customs administrations ensures a fair trade environment and effective border security.

Leveraging Technology

CBP is leveraging AI and advanced data analytics to improve targeting, enhance decision-making, and make legitimate trade faster and more transparent. This technology helps identify high-risk shipments and entities earlier, ensuring our borders are the last line of defense.

We look forward to engaging with you over the next few days and appreciate your participation in this vital summit.

For more than 235 years, CBP has worked to enforce U.S. laws, facilitate legitimate trade, and protect the American economy. Our commitment to “America First” is unwavering. Thank you.

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