Statement from Vice President Mike Pence on the UnitedStates–Mexico Trade
Agreement, 8/27/18.
President Trump promised to fight for better trade deals – and
once again today he delivered. After a year of tough negotiations, the United
States and Mexico reached a trade agreement that is fair and reciprocal and
will strengthen both nations’ economies. Today marks a new chapter between the
United States and Mexico – one built around friendship, security, commerce, and
prosperity.
The U.S.–Mexico Trade Agreement is a win for American ranchers,
manufacturers, and auto workers. Our nations have agreed to new rules that will
maintain duty free access for agricultural goods on both sides of the border.
In addition, we have agreed to eliminate non-tariff barriers and
take other steps to encourage more agriculture trade between our two countries.
Unlike any previous bilateral trade deal, this agreement includes the strongest
labor standards, and these requirements are fully enforceable.
The President and our entire Administration are grateful to
President Peña Nieto and his negotiating team for their good faith efforts to
get this deal done. Today is a win for the American people and we look forward
to working with members of Congress in both parties to swiftly approve this new
trade agreement.
Comments
It looks like Mexico
agrees that the flow of agricultural production should be “duty free” and that
makes sense. Automotive production adjustments are also planned to return some
manufacturing back to the US. These elements level the playing-field for Mexico
on agriculture and manufacturing wages and level the playing-field for US
manufacturing.
Norb Leahy, Dunwoody
GA Tea Party Leader
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