Why the U.S. might not win the global economy without Canada and Mexico
A new book argues that for the U.S. to become more globally competitive and create good jobs, we must embrace and expand trade with Canada and Mexico.
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Asia-Pacific Allies Sign Huge Trade Deal With China While U.S. Sits It Out
What it means for the U.S. to be on the sidelines of another major trade agreement, the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, which 15 countries agreed to Sunday.
Will NAFTA 2.0 Really Boost Mexican Wages?
The new trade deal signed by the U.S., Mexico and Canada says much of a car should be built by workers making at least $16 an hour. Some experts are skeptical that will happen anytime soon in Mexico.
In Face Of Protectionism, EU And Japan Sign Huge Open-Trade Deal
The agreement will create an open-trade zone for 600 million people. The parties account for approximately one-third of GDP worldwide.
EU And Japan Strike Trade Deal, Call It 'Strong Message To The World'
The European Union and Japan have reached an agreement in principle for a new free trade deal. It would lower barriers to trade between two of the world's most important economic areas.
At Mnuchin's First Big Meeting, G20 Shies From Endorsing Free Trade
The gathering of the world's largest economies, the group took a step back from its typically overt pro-free trade agenda. The cause of the change seemed to be pushback from the United States.
Amid U.S.-Mexico Strains, Tillerson And Kelly Take On 'Tough Trip'
Talks between Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Homeland Security chief John Kelly with their Mexican counterparts were intended to smooth out growing tensions between the two countries.
Trump Vows 'Big Border Tax' For U.S. Manufacturers That Move Jobs Abroad
President Trump has suggested an import tax of up to 45 percent on goods made by U.S. firms overseas. But it's illegal to single out individual companies and it's unclear what form the tax would take.
Trump's Pick For U.S. Trade Representative Hints At Big Policy Overhaul
Robert Lighthizer, 69, has long advocated a tougher stand on trade with China, which is in line with President-elect Donald Trump's campaign rhetoric.
5 Fact Checks From Trump's Cincinnati 'Thank-You Tour' Kickoff
Trump brought out a lot of his greatest hits: slamming trade deals, claiming the economy is failing and touting his poll numbers. But he strayed from the facts several times.