Textile Industry Applauds Appointment of Katherine White as U.S. Chief Textiles and Apparel Negotiator
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- Published: Wednesday, 24 April 2024 11:40
The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) has welcomed the appointment of Katherine White as the Chief Textiles and Apparel Negotiator for the U.S. Trade Representative’s Office (USTR), hailing her as an exemplary choice for the crucial position. In a statement issued by NCTO President and CEO Kim Glas, Katherine White's appointment was celebrated as a significant step forward for the textile industry. White's extensive background in manufacturing policy and expertise in textile-related trade issues, highlighted by her previous roles as an International Trade Policy Advisor on the House Ways and Means Committee, as well as positions at the U.S. Department of Commerce and the White House, positions her as an ideal candidate for the role.
The decision to elevate the position of Chief Textiles and Apparel Negotiator to a political appointee role was also commended by NCTO, reflecting the historical designation of the position and underscoring its importance in shaping policy impacting the textile industry.
"We are also grateful to U.S. Trade Representative Ambassador Katherine Tai for elevating this position back to a political appointee role, which is historically how it has been designated," stated Kim Glas.
Acknowledging the contributions of Dr. Laurie-Ann Agama, who served in the role through the transition, NCTO expressed its anticipation for the collaboration with Katherine White in her new capacity. With her appointment, White is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping manufacturing and worker-centered trade policies that will bolster the domestic textile sector.
The statement emphasized the industry's readiness to work closely with Katherine White and the USTR to advance policies that support the growth and competitiveness of the textile industry while prioritizing the needs of workers.
As the textile industry looks to navigate evolving trade dynamics and global challenges, Katherine White's appointment signals a renewed commitment to strengthening the domestic textile sector and advancing its interests on the global stage. With her wealth of experience and expertise, White is poised to lead negotiations that will shape the future of the textile and apparel trade landscape.