The report serves as a guide for ways public- and private-sector partners in the Americas and Japan can foster deeper economic and social ties.
Trade
The pandemic is underscoring the need for the United States to reshore much of its supply chain in critical areas, said the secretary.
Lucas Ferraz outlined the government's plans for a comprehensive free trade agreement with the United States.
Production and Trade Minister Iván Ontaneda discussed Ecuador’s recent trade agreements and how the Moreno government is leaving a legacy of open markets.
Covid has underscored the importance of diversifying global supply chains. For Japan, Latin America provides opportunity.
Latin American trade decreased in 2020, though 2021 is going better than expected and could open the door for stronger U.S. ties to the region.
"Hay que colaborar, negociar y buscar posibilidades", dijo el director senior de AS/COA.