Chinese Industrial Parks in Mexico, Mexico a Growing Hub for Chinese FDI (And BYD)
As of now, the start of 2025, there are several Chinese industrial parks in Mexico, with notable examples including the Hofusan Industrial Park near Monterrey, which hosts manufacturing plants for ten Chinese companies. When one is considering how to navigate the U.S. import tariffs, for many Chinese manufacturers, pulling the trigger on nearshoring is the right move.
China’s Growing Influence in Latin America: Infrastructure Investments and Implications for the Panama Canal
China has significantly expanded its economic and geopolitical footprint in Latin America, particularly through the acquisition and development of critical infrastructure such as ports, airfields, and railways. This strategic move has raised questions about the long-term implications for regional sovereignty, global trade routes, and the future of the Panama Canal, a linchpin of international maritime commerce.
Importing from China
Importing product from China? Having issues with Section 301? Perhaps you are having problems with a WRO regarding Forced Labor in the supply chain? Conducting business with China isn’t getting any easier anytime soon. In the meantime, BLG can assist. Global Trade Compliance is what we do at Braumiller Law Group.
Navigating Trade Waters: A Deep Dive into the USMCA Joint Review Process and Its Impact on China and Mexico – Part Two: The Mexico-US Trade Landscape and Harris’s Potential Vision Â
This is the second of a three-part series about the USMCA joint review process, focusing on China, Mexico, and competing visions of a “worker-centered” trade policy. Part one introduces the USMCA joint review process and explores how US trade policy would likely operate during Trump’s second term. Part two outlines some of the major trade issues that will be on the table during joint review, focusing on the Mexico-US relationship, and anticipates Harris’s likely approach to trade policy.
China and Walmart, Please, for the Love of ____, Let’s Observe a Silver Lining Partnership in an Otherwise Dismal Global Landscape
At a glance, gauging where we stand in our relationship with China overall, one would assume the key operative word in most descriptions would be “dismal” at best. This is of course accurate to a certain extent but looking at trade and commerce between the two countries, let’s take a look at the largest retailer in the U.S. as Walmart gives us a prime example of where we stand regarding unity as nations.
What’s Going on With Section 321 De Minimis Entries?
Not only are shipments under $800 exempt from duty but they are also exempt from Section 301 duties on Chinese products, Consumer Product Safety Commission requirements, import quotas and other requirements. Although they are supposed to be subject to Antidumping and Countervailing duty and Food & Drug Administration requirements, many low value shipments pass through the system without meeting these requirements.
USMCA Joint Review Process Part 1
This is the first of a three-part series about the USMCA joint review process, focusing on China, Mexico, and competing visions of a “worker-centered” trade policy. Part one introduces the USMCA joint review process and explores how US trade policy would likely operate during Trump’s second term. Part two outlines some of the major trade issues that will be on the table during joint review, focusing on the Mexico-US relationship, and anticipates Harris’s likely approach to trade policy. Part three offers a critique of the worker-centered trade policy developed under the Biden administration, presents an alternative, and suggests new avenues for multi-stakeholder participation that Harris’s approach might create.
A Head Scratcher
A product has a country of origin of China, is not subject to China 301 duties and is eligible for USMCA benefits when imported from Canada – Whaaat!?
BRICS – Shaping the Future of Global Finance and Investment
Imagine a world where five powerhouse nations are redefining the global economic landscape. BRICS—an acronym for Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—is not just a coalition of emerging markets; it is a formidable alliance shaping the future of global finance and investment. You can read about the coalition’s attempt to unseat the US dollar in our previous newsletter.
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Mexico has positioned itself as an attractive destination for foreign investment, offering enhanced security, tax breaks, and infrastructure support making it easier for companies to setup operations. The Mexican government has also streamlined procedures for a more business friendly environment. Many Chinese companies are setting up operations in Mexico to be closer to their U.S. target market. BLG can help Chinese companies with their transition to Mexico.