The governments of Mexico and Canada have officially opened a High Level Economic Dialogue (DEAN)which Canadians will use to discuss differences on issues such as energy and labor rights.

“It’s wonderful that we’re working together, whether it’s overcoming labor, energy and regulatory challenges, we believe we need to expand the relationship so that all women can participate, we have an investment climate, stable regulatory regimes, I look forward to an open discussion,” said that country’s Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, Mary Ng.

Currently Canada join the complaint United States against Mexico’s energy policies, which they say affect their investments; This table opens the opportunity to deepen the dialogue that promotes more investment.

“I believe this will be the first of many such meetings that should be expanded to strengthen the trade relationship which amounted to 34 billion (Canadian) dollars last year, and which would benefit businesses and workers,” he said. he explained.

The DEAN Its main objective is to promote investment and trade between the two nations. The Secretary for the Economy, Tatiana Clouthiersaid the talks aim to strengthen the business climate and competitive advantages of both countries for equitable growth “which we share as partners in North America and the USMCA”.

automotive conflict

After hearing the training initiated by Mexico Yes Canada versus United States on the interpretation and application of rules of origin in the automotive sector of the USMCA On August 2 and 3, the Ministry of the Economy assured that it presented the best defense at its disposal to have good results at the end of the year.

In interview with MILLENNIUMthe CEO of Legal advice in international trade of the SE, Orlando Perez Garateindicated that the hearing before the Chapter 31 panel of the USMCA This is the phase of the procedure where the parties (countries) verbally present the arguments presented in writing to resolve specific doubts or issues.

He explained that this week they will receive written questions that were not asked during the two days of the panel, which will also have to be answered in writing; if the panel is in favor Mexico Yes Canada will allow their governments to sit down with United States and see how to modify the original requirements.