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Ex-Im Bank Chief Discusses Annual Competitiveness Report

Washington, DC
Monday, June 25, 2012

The President and CEO of the Export-Import Bank Fred Hochberg delivered the annual competitiveness report, focusing on the rise of state-driven capital and the Obama Administration’s efforts to improve U.S. export financing options.

The “Ex-Im” bank, as it’s frequently called, was reauthorized at the end of May after receiving bipartisan support in Congress. The Obama Administration has set a goal of doubling U.S. exports to $3.14 trillion by the end of 2014.

Center for American Progress President and CEO Neera Tanden moderated and made introductory remarks.

The Center for American Progress is an independent nonpartisan educational institute dedicated to improving the lives of Americans through progressive ideas and action, according to their website.

Updated: Monday, June 25, 2012 at 6:52pm (ET)

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