Trade and Manufacturing Monitor
NAFTA: TPP in Disguise?
It now appears that after a good bit of drama, the NAFTA path is becoming clear, at least as far as process is concerned. The required notification letter has been sent, which means that formal negotiations can begin…
U.S. Lawmakers Move to End Cuba Travel and Export Restrictions
On May 25 th, U.S. Senators introduced the “Freedom for Americans to Travel to Cuba Act of 2017” (S. 1287). The bill is sponsored by 54 senators and it would eliminate restrictions on travel to Cuba by American…
Do You Qualify For Duty Savings Under the EU-Canada Free Trade Agreement?
The much anticipated free trade agreement between the European Union and Canada going into effect this summer is a terrific opportunity for importers to take advantage of duty savings. The Comprehensive Economic and…
On US-China Trade Policy: Bring on the Chickens!
This commentary was originally published by the Stimson Center as part of their Trade in the 21st Century initiative (Trade21). Two weeks ago Secretary of Commerce Ross announced the first deliverables of the 100 day…