U.S. to keep tariffs on USMCA countries, Greer says
“If Mexico and other countries in the region can agree with the U.S. to raise tariffs on external imports, this will make it easier to give preferential tariff treatment to partners within the region.”
[Reuters]
How trade policy is changing: From broad rules to targeted restrictions
“Rather than relying mainly on broad tools like tariffs, governments are increasingly using more targeted measures, such as export controls, licensing requirements and other regulatory interventions. These policies are frequently aimed at specific products, sectors and trading partners, especially in areas linked to national security and technological leadership.”
[Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis]
EU and Mexico update trade agreement
“The new Agreement with Mexico aims to make it even easier to export to - and invest in - each other's markets, and strengthen relations further, by lowering tariffs on more products – mainly agricultural goods.”
[European Commission]
China expands export control list of precursor chemicals
“Three substances have been added to the export control catalogue for the US, Canada, and Mexico. Under the updated rules, exporters must apply for permits when exporting any of the 16 listed chemicals — as well as their possible salts — to the three countries.”
[China Daily]
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