The Government of the Republic of Korea (“Korea”) and the Government of the United States of America (“United States”) today jointly announced the strategic investment project (“Project Star”), the Korea – U.S. Nuclear Power Plant Projects (“Project Power”), and a plan to work together on the Alaska LNG project (“Project North”) under the Korea- U.S. Strategic Investment Memorandum of...

The announcement of the strategic investment project (“Project Star”), the Korea - U.S. Nuclear Power Plant Projects (“Project Power”), and a plan to work together on the Alaska LNG project (“Project North”) is the direct result of the historic $350 billion Trade Deal between Korea and the United States. The plan announced today will expand the stable power supply needed for AI and strategic...

Bold action prioritizes American anglers, cuts red tape, and strengthens coastal economies Today, President Trump signed an Executive Order restoring American saltwater angling and recreation, delivering decisive action for America’s recreational fishermen, coastal economies, and outdoor enthusiasts. The order further advances the success of the President’s Make America Beautiful Again (MABA)...

On September 2, 2026, the G20 member ministers concluded a two-day Innovation Ministerial in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The Department of Commerce and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy hosted the event. At the conclusion of the Ministerial, G20 Ministers released a consensus statement recognizing that “emerging technologies have the potential to unlock prosperity, enhance

The Innovation Ministerial Statement articulates shared principles across six pillars: pro-innovation policy frameworks; technology for opportunity and prosperity; skilled technical workforce development; intellectual property policies for artificial intelligence; AI for standards and standards for AI; and industrial innovation and investment in supply chains. Ministers also reached consensus on...

Today, G20 member ministers concluded a two-day Innovation Ministerial in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The Ministerial was hosted by the Department of Commerce and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP). At the conclusion of the Ministerial, G20 Ministers released a consensus statement recognizing that “emerging technologies have the potential to unlock prosperity, enhance...

As a result of the historic deal related to U.S. and Taiwan Trade and Investment announced in January 2026, TSMC has just announced an incremental $100 billion investment for a total of $265 billion in the U.S. This investment will result in four additional advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities, bringing the total to 12 leading-edge semiconductor and packaging facilities. Today, the...

The U.S. Department of Commerce has named Andrew Silberstein as the next Executive Director of the U.S. Investment Accelerator. Mr. Silberstein brings nearly three decades of experience across real estate, private equity, and investment banking to the role. Mr. Silberstein most recently served as Head of Private Markets for the real estate investment arm of Neuberger. Over the course of his career...