Negotiation of Chilean Accession to the North American Free Trade Agreement

Resumo

This publication gives notice that the United States, along with the Governments of Canada and Mexico, expects to undertake negotiations with the Republic of Chile regarding its accession to (i.e., inclusion in) the NAFTA. This publication also (1) identifies the range of Chilean articles (products) for which U.S. tariffs and non-tariff measures may be reduced or eliminated as a result of the negotiations; (2) provides notice of a request by the United States Trade Representative (the USTR) to the International Trade Commission (Commission) for advice concerning the economic effects of Chilean accession; and (3) gives notice that the Trade Policy Staff Committee (TPSC) invites public comments on, and will conduct public hearings concerning, the negotiations.