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Leading Tech Policy Officials Join International SuperSession at the 2007 International CES.


U.S. Commerce Secretary Carlos M. Gutierrez to Deliver Session Keynote; SuperSession supersession

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 Panelists Include Officials from Brazil, Japan and the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area.

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 focused on international competitiveness in the 21st century. Produced by CEA, the 2007 International CES, the world's largest technology tradeshow, returns to Las Vegas Las Vegas (läs vā`gəs), city (1990 pop. 258,295), seat of Clark co., S Nev.; inc. 1911. It is the largest city in Nevada and the center of one of the fastest-growing urban areas in the United States.  January 8-11 to celebrate its 40th anniversary.

"Consumers' access to broadband networks This article or section needs copy editing for grammar, style, cohesion, tone and/or spelling.
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, the availability of wireless spectrum and the transition to digital broadcasting Digital broadcasting is the practice of using digital data rather than analogue waveforms to carry broadcasts over television channels or assigned radio frequency bands. It is becoming increasingly popular for television usage (especially satellite television) but is having a  are all critical factors driving products and services on exhibit at the 2007 International CES," said CEA president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board.  Gary Shapiro. "Our International SuperSession will explore which country or region is best prepared to handle the convergence of voice, video and the Internet, and which policies best support industry growth and sales of high tech consumer products and services."

With a focus on technology policy challenges and success stories in Brazil, Japan and the United States, the International SuperSession is slated for 1:30-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, January 9 at the Las Vegas Convention Center The Las Vegas Convention Center is owned and operated by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority and is located in Clark County, Nevada. It is one of the largest Convention centers in the world. At the end of 2004, the center had 3.  (LVCC LVCC Las Vegas Convention Center
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), North Hall N262.

Following Gutierrez's address will be the International SuperSession panel, moderated by Financial Times technology correspondent Christopher Nuttall. Panelists include Brazilian Minister of Communications Helio Costa; Japanese Senior Vice Minister for Internal Affairs Internal affairs may refer to:
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 and Communications Norihisa Tamura and Ambassador David A. Gross This biography needs sources or references that appear in reliable, third-party publications. Alone, primary sources and sources affiliated with the subject of this article are not sufficient for an accurate encyclopedia article. , U.S. Coordinator for International Communications and Information Policy, U.S. Department of State.

The 2007 International CES will feature more than 175 conference sessions, including eight SuperSessions, where CES attendees will hear from top industry executives and policy makers on key consumer technology trends and developments. Other CES SuperSessions include Understanding Consumer Digital Ecosystems: What it Takes to Succeed, Get Ready for the End of Analog TV and Content and CE Partnerships: Breaking New Ground.

For a complete list of conference and SuperSessions, or for more news on the 2007 International CES including the latest TechZones, special events and registration information, visit www.CESweb.org, the interactive source for all International CES information.

Note to Journalists:

General press and analyst registration and CES news is available at CESweb.org. Journalists are encouraged to arrive in Las Vegas by Saturday, January 6 to take advantage of all the CES press events.

About CEA:

The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the preeminent trade association promoting growth in the consumer technology industry through technology policy, events, research, promotion and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CEA represents more than 2,100 corporate members involved in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and integration of audio, video, mobile electronics, wireless and landline communications, information technology, digital imaging, home networking, multimedia and accessory products, as well as related services that are sold through consumer channels. Combined, CEA's members account for more than $125 billion in annual sales. CEA's resources are available online at www.CE.org, the definitive source for information about the consumer electronics industry.

CEA also sponsors and manages the International CES - Defining Tomorrow's Technology. All profits from CES are reinvested into industry services, including technical training and education, industry promotion, engineering standards development, market research and legislative advocacy.
UPCOMING EVENTS

* CES Unveiled: The Official Press Event of the International CES
  January 6, 2007, Las Vegas, NV

* 2007 International CES
  January 8-11, 2007, Las Vegas, NV

* CEA Winter Retreat
  February 26-28, 2007, Vail, CO

* Digital Music Forum East
  February 27-28, 2007, New York, NY

* EHX Spring 2007
  March 6-10, 2007, Orlando, FL

* CEA Washington Forum
  March 26-28, 2007, Washington, DC

* Digital Patriots Dinner
  March 27, 2007, Washington, DC

* CONNECTIONS(TM): The Digital Home Conference and Showcase
  May 1-3, 2007, Santa Clara, CA

* Hometech Middle East 2007
  May 13-15, 2007, Dubai, UAE

* SINOCES 2007
  July 6-9, 2007, Qingdao, China

* CEA Industry Forum
  October 15 - 17, 2007, San Diego, CA

* EHX Fall 2007
  November 6-9, 2007, Long Beach, CA
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