Last Updated on December 6, 2022 Unifor National President Jerry Dias and U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross have agreed that addressing the core issue of low Mexican wages is the key to breaking the impasse at NAFTA renegotiations. “There is a clear understanding that Canadian and American workers have both been injured by the […]
Archives for October 2017
Unveiling the Truth: Your ‘Made in China’ Apparel Might Actually Be From North Korea
Last Updated on July 11, 2023 Have you ever wondered about the origin of your clothing? In today’s interconnected world, global supply chains make it difficult to trace a product’s journey from its manufacturing origin to your wardrobe. One such phenomenon is clothing labeling deception. This article delves into an intriguing revelation: the possibility that […]
Renegotiating NAFTA Could Cripple Canadian Apparel Manufacturing, Hurt U.S. More Than You’d Think
Last Updated on August 22, 2022 While it might sound beneficial for the U.S., as on paper it would indicate more domestic manufacturing, removing the TPL would prevent U.S. companies from enjoying the duty-free shipment of products made with internationally-sourced materials. Really, the only ones who would benefit would be companies that both source and […]
China’s October Factory Output Weakens
Last Updated on August 22, 2022 Chinese manufacturing activity expanded in October at a slower pace than in the previous month as output weakened on softer demand in the world’s No. 2 economy, according to an official survey released Tuesday. The purchasing managers’ index fell to 51.6 from September’s 52.4, based on a 100-point index […]
Closing the Skills Gap in Manufacturing: Exploring the Role of Nearshore Manufacturing in Mexico
Last Updated on February 26, 2024 The manufacturing sector is the backbone of many economies, driving innovation, creating jobs, and contributing significantly to GDP. However, a persistent challenge faced by the industry is the skills gap, hindering its growth and potential. In this article, we delve into the intricacies of the skills gap manufacturing and […]