A quiet but significant power shift has been unfolding across Latin America. While the United States has long been the dominant economic and political influence in the region, its recent inward turn under the “America First”...more
6/9/2025
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International Trade ,
Latin America ,
Mexico ,
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Trans-Pacific Partnership ,
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United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) ,
US Trade Policies
Donald Trump’s first term in office pursued an aggressive foreign policy toward China, imposing tariffs, restricting technology transfers, and accusing Beijing of unfair trade practices. However, one unintended consequence of...more
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) joint review process is scheduled to begin on July 1, 2026, but the time to prepare is now. Embedded trade compliance professionals should already be doing scenario...more
2/12/2025
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China ,
Compliance ,
Customs ,
Export Controls ,
IMMEX ,
Imports ,
International Trade ,
Latin America ,
Regulatory Agenda ,
Regulatory Reform ,
Regulatory Requirements ,
Risk Assessment ,
Risk Management ,
Section 301 ,
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Tariffs ,
Trade Agreements ,
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Trade Relations ,
Trump Administration ,
United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) ,
US Trade Policies ,
USTR
China has significantly expanded its economic and geopolitical footprint in Latin America, particularly through the acquisition and development of critical infrastructure such as ports, airfields, and railways. This strategic...more
2/11/2025
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Competition ,
Economic Growth ,
Energy Sector ,
Foreign Investment ,
Geopolitical Risks ,
Infrastructure ,
International Trade ,
Investment ,
Latin America ,
Logistics ,
Maritime Transport ,
National Security ,
Supply Chain ,
Telecommunications ,
Trade Relations