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Canadian consul general discusses USMCA’s impact on Arizona-Canada relations

The new trade deal went into effect this month and replaces the 26-year-old NAFTA.

Audit looks at ICE unit that targets money laundering

The audit says trade-based money laundering runs on increasingly complex schemes that are are national security threats.

"Secondhand: Travels in the New Global Garage Sale"

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Adiba Nelson shares an open love letter to all women, everywhere; and how UA scientists are understanding climate change through research in the Southern Ocean.

Agave liquor Bacanora gains protected status in EU

Industry proponents say the recognition could up the appeal and value of Sonora's regional spirit.

Nogales gets ready for stepped-up tomato inspections

The inspections are part of the new tomato suspension agreement, which sets floor prices for Mexican imports among other things.

Amid impeachment din, Senate approves USMCA by wide margin

Both of Arizona's senators supported the revised North American trade deal.

After signing ceremony, Mexican negotiator raises USMCA issues

Jesús Seade said he wasn't informed about possible labor attachés, though Mexico said ratification isn't compromised.

Journalists roundtable: USMCA & 2020 Outlook

The panel also discusses political news in Southern Arizona.

USDA implementing restrictions to prevent tomato virus introduction to US

The disease does not pose any risk to people or animals, an industry leader said.

Restarted Mexican tomato investigation makes final duty determination

The Department of Commerce determined that Mexican tomatoes are likely to be sold for less than fair value.

McSally pushing North American trade deal

Senate Republicans claim the House is delaying a vote on the USMCA.

Florida tomato growers reignite anti-dumping battle with Mexican producers

The Florida growers are pushing to resume an investigation despite a hard-fought agreement between Mexican growers and the USDA.

Mexican president cautions against politicizing USMCA trade deal

Legislators in Mexico ratified the agreement in June. Lawmakers in Canada and the U.S. have not.

How are NAFTA and the USMCA different?

An explanation from from the UA School of Government and Public Policy's Jeff Kucik.

Pence pushes new NAFTA in Green Valley

In a visit Thursday, the Vice President urged locals to push for passage of the USMCA agreement.

Arizona Chamber President: USMCA will pass regardless of possible impeachment

The business group leader expects the new North American trade agreement to be ratified despite an inquiry into the president.

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