In Era of Trump, Europeans Become Free Traders
The EU negotiates new trade pacts with Japan and Mexico.
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Can Canada Resist Trump’s Offensive on NAFTA?
Canada’s uneven dependence on the United States could reduce its leverage in future trade talks.
Trump Is Not the First American Leader to Criticize German Exports
Barack Obama also felt the Germans relied too much on selling goods to other countries.
China, Europe Seek Closer Ties in Era of Trump
China shares an interest with European countries in an open world economy.
As America Turns Inward, Europe and Mexico Double Down on Trade
The EU and Mexico accelerate trade talks at the same time as America turns its back on the world.
Trump Blunders by Withdrawing from Trans Pacific Partnership
The new president disheartens America’s allies in the Pacific and cedes the initiative to China.
In Era of Trump, Australia Looks to China for Leadership on Trade
America’s most reliable ally in the Pacific turns to China for leadership.
American Leadership in Pacific at Stake If Trump Cancels Trade Pact
The fate of the Trans Pacific Partnership will determine who writes the rules of commerce in the Pacific.
What Did Walloons Get from Resisting Canada Trade Pact?
Belgium asks for a review of investor-state tribunals and an evaluation of the treaty’s environmental impact.
The Politics of Wallonia’s Resistance to Canada Trade Deal
Socialist lawmakers in the south of Belgium oppose a treaty that is supported by the right-wing national government.
Gabriel’s Bet Pays Off: Party Approves Canada Trade Deal
The Social Democrat convinces his party to support an EU trade agreement with Canada.
Gabriel Sacrifices TTIP to Save Trade Deal with Canada
The German hopes to save a treaty with Canada by pulling the plug on trade talks with America.
Trump Supporters Haven’t Been Hurt by Immigration or Trade
It’s not that the Republican’s supporters are worse off. It’s that their lives haven’t improved in a long time.
Democrats Better Know What They’re Doing on TPP
The Trans Pacific Partnership is too important to fail in a lame-duck session of the Senate.
Democrats and Non-Trump Republicans Share Views
On immigration and trade, anti-Trump Republicans have more in common with the other party than their own.