As China transforms from an emerging market to an economic leader, the era of outsourcing to this nation is coming to an end. “Made in China.” It’s a slogan emblematic of many things — of cheap labor, of the loss of U.S. manufacturing jobs to lower-wage nations, of China’s rapid ascent to the ranks of […]
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How much would products cost if they were made in the US? – Business Insider
In his first address since his victory speech — a two-and-a-half minute YouTube video posted November 21 — President-elect Donald Trump dove right into the issue of trade. On his first day in office, Trump said, he plans to “issue a notification of intent to withdraw from the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a disaster for our country.” Free […]
The Biggest Lie in the Nearshore Manufacturing Industry: Unveiling the Truth and How to Thrive
If you’re exploring the dynamic landscape of the nearshore industry, you’ve likely come across a persistent myth that’s been circulating for far too long. It’s time to expose this falsehood and discover how to not just survive but thrive in the nearshore manufacturing industry. Join me as we debunk the biggest lie and chart a […]
Auto Industry Declares War on Trump Over NAFTA
We’re winning with NAFTA,” declared a newly formed coalition, Driving American Jobs, on its website. Comprised of automakers including General Motors, Toyota and Volkswagen, as well as the American International Automobile Dealers Association and the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association, the campaign has been emphasizing the benefits of NAFTA, aiming to counter the perception played […]
Kansas Sen. Pat Roberts: The Importance of Free Trade
President Donald Trump, as one of his first executive actions after the January inauguration, ordered a renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement. “The worst trade deal maybe ever signed anywhere,” he called NAFTA last year. But Kansas Sen. Pat Roberts has told the president on three occasions, he said, about the importance of […]