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6/27/25 |
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Dear [Colleague]:
If you haven’t already heard, IPC is now the Global Electronics Association (electronics.org), with a new vision and mission to enhance supply chain resilience and promote accelerated growth worldwide.
This isn’t just a name change; it’s a reflection of where the industry is headed. Electronics is global by nature. Success depends not only on building strong internal capabilities, but also on forging resilient, strategic relationships around the world. The Global Electronics Association is ready to help the industry do just that — with greater reach, stronger partnerships, and bigger impact.
Meanwhile in Washington, a lot is riding on the outcome of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” which the Republican-controlled Congress is hoping to deliver to the president by July 4. If and when the Senate passes the bill, there will be many differences to reconcile between the House and Senate versions, with several electronics-relevant tax and workforce provisions at stake.
Keep reading for your five-minute rundown of industry-relevant policy news and trends worldwide. And as always, let us know how we can advocate for your interests.
Chris Mitchell
Vice President, Global Government Relations
The Headlines at a Glance:
TOP NEWS OF THE WEEK
- Global Electronics Association Debuts with New Vision, Mission
- Electronics is Most Globally Integrated Industry, New Study Shows
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- Gloal Electronics Association Board Chair on Association's Evolution
UNITED STATES
- A Lot is Riding on the Big Beautiful Bill Act
- White House Seeks Input for National Strategy for Advanced Manufacturing
- FY26 Defense Bill May Be Positive for Electronics
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Global Electronics Assn. Debuts with New Vision, Mission: The electronics industry opened a new chapter this week as IPC became the Global Electronics Association (electronics.org), reflecting its role as the voice of the global electronics industry. Guided by the vision of “Better electronics for a better world,” the association is dedicated to enhancing supply chain resilience and promoting accelerated growth through engagement with more than 3,000 member companies, thousands of partners, and dozens of governments across the globe.
As part of its new mission, the Association is increasing resources to strengthen advocacy, deepen industry insights, and enhance stakeholder communications — all aimed at advancing and elevating the electronics industry. POLITICO’s California Decoded newsletter said the association is “positioning itself to go on the offensive against tariffs as well as other geopolitical tensions that have scrambled electronics supply chains.”
Read the full news release and delve into additional resources about the change.
Electronics is Most Globally Integrated Industry, New Study Shows: The Global Electronics Association this week released a study showing that electronics supply chains are more globally integrated than any other industry, surpassing even the automotive sector in cross-border complexity. Trade in inputs like semiconductors and connectors now exceeds trade in finished products such as smartphones and laptops, with global electronics trade totaling $4.5 trillion in 2023, including $2.5 trillion in components alone.
According to Politico Pro Europe, “The group points out that electronics represent 1 out of every 5 dollars in global merchandise trade, and it warns that Europe 'remains heavily and increasingly reliant' on China for both inputs and finished electronics.” The interdependence of global electronics production challenges the viability of reshoring and decoupling strategies, the report says. Contact: Shawn DuBravac
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— Tom Edman, board chair of the Global Electronics Association and president and CEO of TTM Technologies, on the organization formerly known as IPC
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A Lot is Riding on the Big Beautiful Bill Act: In Washington, a lot is riding on the outcome of President Trump’s proposed “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” which could come to the Senate floor for votes as soon as this week. The House and Senate Armed Services Committees have said they won’t move forward with the annual defense authorization bills until the OBBBA passes, and the White House is holding off on announcing new trade deals for the same reason. House Speaker Mike Johnson has asked his members to stay in DC despite the planned July 4th recess, so that they can quickly deal with the bill once the Senate passes their version. There will be numerous difficult differences to reconcile between the House and Senate versions, with numerous electronics-related provisions at stake. Contact: Richard Cappetto
White House Seeks Input for National Strategy for Advanced Manufacturing: The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) is gathering input from all interested parties on the development of a National Strategic Plan for Advanced Manufacturing. The Request for Information (RFI) is seeking insights on federal policies and programs to advance U.S. manufacturing competitiveness, including advanced manufacturing R&D “that will create jobs, grow the economy across multiple industrial sectors, strengthen national security, and improve healthcare.” Responses are due by September 30, and our association will prepare comments. Your input is welcomed. Contact: Richard Cappetto
FY26 Defense Bill Inconclusive for Electronics: The U.S. House Appropriations Committee recently passed its version of the FY26 defense spending bill, which includes $321 million in Defense Production Act purchases. This is approximately $84 million above the President’s FY26 budget request but significantly below the FY24 and F25 enacted amounts. The bill does not include a specific line item for PCB manufacturing, as called for by our industry. However, the bill also includes $97.7 million for the Office of Strategic Capital Defense Credit Program to invest in the industrial base, a sign that Congress will continue to boost U.S. manufacturing capabilities. Global Electronics Association continues working to ensure that PCBs, advanced packaging, and other electronics technologies are part of the defense funding conversation. Contact: Richard Cappetto
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Global Electronics Midyear Economic Check-In, Online, July 8: We’re at the midpoint of 2025, and the global economy is walking a tightrope between resilience and risk. What does this mean for the electronics industry? Join us for a live webinar with Global Electronics Assn. Chief Economist Shawn DuBravac, Ph.D., CFA, who will offer a data-driven, industry-relevant look at what lies ahead, from supply chain disruptions to geopolitical flashpoints. Learn more and register here.
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 The global economy is walking a tightrope between resilience and risk. What does this mean for the electronics industry? |
KEEP IN TOUCH WITH US Meet Our Government Relations Team: Whether it is engaging with policymakers in the Americas, Europe, or Asia, the Global Electronics Association Government Relations (GR) Team works to educate, inform, and influence policymakers on policies that affect our industry. Our success depends on active support and participation from attentive people like you!
Peruse our global Advocacy pages on electronics.org and follow the links to information about our work in North America, Europe, and Asia. Subscribe to the Global Advocacy Report: If you are a member of the Global Electronics Association, manage your e-mail preferences and opt in to receive all “Advocacy” updates. If you are not a member — or if you are not sure — please send a note to friends@electronics.org, and our staff will add you to the list. See prior editions of Global Advocacy Report. Please contact one of us via the links above if you have any questions or insights to share! |
