Archive for the ‘America’ Category

America, Global Trade, News

May 6, 2026

In an era of increasing geopolitical tensions and regulatory divergence, the landscape of global trade is undergoing significant shifts, with calls for cross-border partnerships becoming more prominent. The California Chamber of Commerce is advocating for a national free trade agenda, emphasizing the importance of international trade for economic growth, as reported by Advocacy. This advocacy [...]
A wave of major infrastructure projects and shifting commodity flows are set to fundamentally alter key trade routes, promising to enhance logistics efficiency and reshape supply chains across the globe. In Asia, China's new Pinglu Canal has entered the equipment commissioning phase, according to CCTV News. The 134.2-kilometer waterway will create a direct river-sea link [...]

A global recalibration of supply chains is fueling a surge of foreign direct investment into Latin America and Africa, as nations and corporations race to secure resources vital for the green energy transition. According to a report from OMFIF, Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) are becoming crucial destinations for foreign capital, holding the world’s […]

America, News, Trade and Commerce

February 16, 2026

Two of the largest economies in the Americas are implementing landmark customs and tax reforms set to take full effect in 2026, fundamentally altering the landscape for international trade. According to multiple sources, Canada is overhauling its e-commerce import regulations with a new valuation mandate, while Brazil is advancing a comprehensive modernization of its notoriously […]

America, Automotive Industry, News

January 14, 2026

A leading automotive executive emphasized the importance of maintaining a North American free trade framework, describing it as essential for the stability of regional manufacturing and cross-border supply chains. The comments came as the existing United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA) approaches a scheduled review that could determine whether it is renewed, revised, or allowed to expire. [...]