Week in Review: The State of America and EXIM are Strong

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 28, 2026
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Week in Review: The State of America and EXIM are Strong

It was an active week at the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM), with President and Chairman John Jovanovic and senior leadership engaging in a series of external events and media interviews to spotlight the Bank’s work at impact.

This week, President Trump’s annual State of the Union underscored the renewed momentum in American manufacturing and efforts to secure supply chains. As a frontline economic tool in the President’s toolbox, EXIM has been working closely with interagency partners to pursue innovative solutions, including the launch of Project Vault and the U.S. Strategic Critical Minerals Reserve.

President speaking at State of the Union Address

Leading up to the State of the Union, the Chairman and senior leadership participated in the 35th Annual BMO Annual Global Metals, Mining and Critical Minerals Conference in Hollywood, Florida. Held on Monday and Tuesday, the event convened thought leaders, more than 650 investors, and over 300 companies to discuss navigating a volatile geopolitical environment and shaping the global agenda for the metals and mining industry.

BMO meeting

Closing out the week in Washington, the Chairman spoke with multiple media outlets on how EXIM’s Project Vault is leveling the playing field for American manufacturers and the steps EXIM is taking to reshore U.S. manufacturing. He also participated in a discussion at the Council on Foreign Relations, where he highlighted how EXIM is advancing the interests of American exporters and manufacturers abroad while securing domestic supply chains.

EXIM is ready to implement and support the President’s ambitious agenda, putting American jobs first, advancing American energy dominance, fortifying supply chain security, and investing in the industries of the future.

ABOUT EXIM:

As the United States government’s official export credit agency, the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) supports American jobs by facilitating U.S. exports. As an independent agency, EXIM plays a critical role in supporting economic growth, securing critical supply chains, and ensuring American businesses are given a fighting chance. To achieve this mission, EXIM offers financing including export credit insurance, working capital guarantees, loan guarantees, and direct loans. Learn more at www.exim.gov.

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