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Trump’s trade policies spark tomato tariff battle in Arizona
Key Points: U.S. imposes 17.09% tariff on Mexican tomatoes Tariff could increase prices by 10% or more Sen. Ruben Gallego estimates tomato prices could rise 50% Those tomatoes used in […]
A Looming Port and Trade Catastrophe
During the pandemic, Americans learned how painful supply chain disruptions can be. Now, a newly proposed action from the Trump administration could unintentionally make the pandemic’s supply chain disruptions seem […]
Trade and trust – the power of interdependence
The evolving global economic landscape, particularly the rise of China, underscores the need for continued strategic cooperation under the USMCA. The $1.7 trillion in annual trade between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico is a testament to how trust, iterative cooperation, and long-term thinking can ensure continued prosperity in the face of external pressures.
Fostering prosperity: supporting National Native American Heritage Month for Arizona business
Yá’át’ééh! (Hello!) This month marks Native American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the rich cultural heritage and histories of the 574 federally recognized Tribes in the United States.
Arizona will open offices in Taiwan, South Korea, Hobbs says
Arizona will open a pair of new trade offices in Asia, further cementing the state’s economic ties to the region, Gov. Katie Hobbs announced on Friday. The new outposts will be in Taipei, Taiwan and Seoul, South Korea.
Leaders of US, Canada, Mexico show unity despite friction
President Joe Biden, Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau sought to downplay their frustrations with one another on migration and trade as they met for the near-annual North American Leaders Summit.
Biden’s opening move in Mexico lands well with López Obrador
President Joe Biden opened his visit to the North American leaders summit with a diplomatic gesture that landed well with his host, Mexico's Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, before the two leaders were to begin Monday talking about weighty matters including immigration, trade and climate change.
Semiconductor shortage highlights urgency of U.S. import dependence
Relaunching America’s computer chip industry could create hundreds of thousands of good-paying manufacturing jobs. The U.S. can resume its position as the world’s leading manufacturer of semiconductors — something that would strengthen national security and America’s industrial self-sufficiency.
America’s dependence on China for essential medicines a growing safety threat
Over the past year, the Covid pandemic has claimed many American lives. Millions are still out of work. This is the public toll of the virus. However, the disruption caused by the pandemic now runs deeper — and threatens the safety of America’s daily drug needs.
Bring American industry back from China now
There is growing congressional interest in finally confronting China over its predatory trade practices. But while talk continues in Washington over the right policy response, China keeps picking off key parts of U.S. manufacturing, including the automotive industry.
Sonora governor speaks out against Trump’s tariff threat
Sonora Gov. Claudia Pavlovich is parting ways with her Arizona counterpart over the controversial tariffs on imports from Mexico that President Donald Trump is threatening to impose this coming week.
Ducey announces plans for customs center at East Valley airport
The agreement will expedite the ability of U.S. companies to export goods to Mexico and beyond without additional hassles once reaching their final destination.
