Indiana Trejos holds a bachelor’s degree in international relations and economics from Tufts University and a master’s degree in political economy from the University of Essex, where she received a scholarship from the UK government. Prior to becoming deputy minister of foreign trade, Trejos developed an extensive career in public service. At the Ministry of Foreign Trade, she served as coordinator for North America and inclusive trade, coordinator for world trade organization affairs, advisor on trade facilitation, and negotiator for market access and textiles. Trejos represented the country in the OECD Trade Committee and played a significant role in the country’s accession to the organization. Additionally, she participated in eight trade negotiation processes with partners such as the US, EU, China and Singapore.