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Uribe, back in Washington, lobbies for trade accord
Colombian President Alvaro Uribe will press reluctant US lawmakers today for a free-trade accord as concern mounts at home that without a treaty, the country may see resurgent rebel violence and drug trafficking.
CAFTA referendum in Costa Rica postponed
The Supreme Elections Tribunal (TSE) announced yesterday that it is postponing a nationwide referendum on the Central American Free-Trade Agreement with the United States (CAFTA) from Sept. 23 to Oct. 7 as a high court examines whether the assembly violated its procedures in its handling of legislation related to the pact.
Nelson Seeks Action in Face of Resumed South Korean Beef Ban
This week, South Korea once again instituted a blanket ban on U.S. beef imports after a paperwork error led to U.S. beef intended for domestic consumption to be sent to South Korea. Nebraska's Senator Ben Nelson today announced that he would seek a U.S. response to the South Koreans' action.
‘S. Korea-US Alliance Manifested in FTA'
The half-century Korea-U.S. military alliance will continue to evolve throughout the 21st century because of the two countries' ``convergence of national interests'' beyond security issues, the top U.S. military officer said.
Business fights for Colombia deal, labor pushes back
Business is gearing up for a huge fight over the Colombia free-trade agreement (FTA) as Colombian President Alvaro Uribe heads to Washington for the second consecutive month to lobby for the controversial pact.
Vietnam, US forge precursor to free trade deal
Vietnam and the US have concluded negotiations for a pact that could set the stage for a free trade agreement, a source told Thanh Nien Wednesday.
David and Goliath
The title refers to the possibility of David, Caricom, endeavouring to negotiate a Free Trade Area (FTA) with Goliath, the United States. There has been a general criticism that the language used in reporting international trade matters is not readily understood by the average reader. As far as possible therefore, this article is couched in colloquial language.
USTR Schwab defends Korea FTA from auto industry criticism
A top U.S. trade negotiator on Tuesday disputed American auto industry criticism of a free trade agreement (FTA) with South Korea, saying it was a "myth" to believe the pact works against carmakers.
Korea's U.S. Trade Treaty Could Pave Way for Canadian Pact
Canadian trade officials will be carefully examining the free trade agreement recently inked by South Korea and the United States and applying any lessons learned to their own ongoing negotiations with the Asian country.
U.S. health expert warns Korea about effects of FTA
What would happen if a government's policy for public health comes under siege by lawsuits from foreign companies?