trade negotiations

Indo-Pacific Economic Framework: Advancing Trade Talks and Strengthening Economic Ties

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The Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF): An Overview The Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) was launched in 2022 with the primary objective of fortifying U.S. connections to the region and establishing a more robust, equitable, and resilient economy for families, workers, and businesses. The current participants include Australia, Brunei, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, the … Read more

Navigating the Complexity of Executive Authority and Free Trade Agreements

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The Department of Treasury’s recent guidance on rules for the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) clean vehicle tax credits has raised concerns about the executive branch’s authority to enter into and define free trade agreements. This article aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of free trade agreements, the constitutional powers granted to the executive branch in … Read more