The Trade Advisory Group comprises representatives from members of the Council of the Americas and invited experts who each educate and advocate for open markets and trade facilitation in the Western Hemisphere. We share a common commitment to the principle that commercial openness is in the strategic interest of the United States and the nations of the Americas, despite the continued political allure of protectionism. We seek to be a leading platform for hemispheric trade and investment policy idea-generation and guidance, consistent with the longstanding values of the Council of the Americas. Building on our previous work over many years, we will continue to prioritize the importance of a robust North American trade and investment relationship, Western Hemisphere engagement in the Asia-Pacific region including APEC and the Pacific Alliance, and enhancing intra-regional trade, among other topics.