Economic Sanctions in Mexico Against Russia
Russia-Ukraine Conflict and Export Controls on Dual-Use Goods Several countries are taking economic sanctions against Russia under the international conflict, including certain countries are beginning or will begin to deny Russia the “most-favored-nation treatment” under the World Trade Organization (WTO). As for the Mexican government, on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, the President indicated that no […]
Mexico – South Korea Free Trade Agreement
Mexico – South Korea Free Trade Agreement Last Wednesday, March 2, 2022, the Ministry of Economy announced, through a press release, the resumption of negotiations between Mexico and South Korea for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). #Comunicado | México?? y Corea del Sur?? acuerdan el inicio de negociaciones para un Tratado de Libre Comercio. pic.twitter.com/VLOKmFbabo […]
Mexico’s USMCA Disputes in 2022
VTZ presents its outlook for Mexico’s USMCA disputes in 2022, ISDS, trade, and labor, which were discussed in our webinar.
International economy 2022
VTZ presents its outlook for the international economy 2022 and its possible effects on Mexico, analyzing China, RCEP and new FTAs.
The AMLO – Biden Summit
The AMLO- Biden Summit On November 18, 2021, the leaders of the United States, Mexico, and Canada met at the IX North American Leaders’ Summit. This summit was held after having been canceled for about 4 years, a period under the tenure of former U.S. President Donald Trump. The meeting addressed issues such as migration, climate […]
Phase One Trade Agreement
U.S.-China Phase One Trade Agreement| The Trading Room Virtual Meeting on the Implementation of the US-China Phase One Trade Agreement In January 2020, during the presidency of Donald Trump, the U.S. Government and China signed a Phase One Trade Agreement. President Trump is delivering results for America’s farmers and ranchers through the Phase One Agreement with […]
Accession of China to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) | The Trading Room
Our team analyzes the accession request of China to CPTPP, including USMCA. We share our perspectives.
Application and Interpretation of Rules of Origin | Trading Room
Consultations on the Application and Interpretation of the Rules of Origin in the Automotive Sector Pursuant to Article 31.4 of the USMCA, on August 20, 2021, the Mexican Ministry of Economy, formally requested consultations with the Government of the United States regarding conflicting positions on the interpretation and application of the rules of origin applicable […]
Rapid Response Labor Mechanism
Rapid Response Labor Mechanism | Trading Room Rapid Response Labor Mechanism As a result of the AFL-CIO’s request, the U.S. government activated the Rapid Response Labor Mechanism on June 9, 2021 for alleged violations of freedom of association and collective bargaining rights committed by TRIDONEX. Following the request, the Mexican government conducted an internal investigation […]
USMCA Labor Council | The Trading Room
USMCA Labor Council The USMCA Labor Council met for the first time on June 29th. The Council is composed of senior governmental representatives from trade and labor ministries, as designated by each Party. During the first meeting, the Council discussed the domestic mechanisms, institutions, and procedures that each party is employing to advance and guarantee […]
