Trade News
Border Trade Alliance joins large coalition in support of USMCA
The Border Trade Alliance was pleased to join a large coalition of trade advocates as a signer to this letter to the U.S. Trade Representative in support of USMCA. "The case for maintaining this agreement is strong," the letter says. "We look forward to working closely with you to preserve these...
Read MoreBorder Trade Alliance adopts 2026 Policy Agenda at annual fall board meeting, prepares for first formal review of USMCA
PDF VERSION HARLINGEN, Texas – The Border Trade Alliance, a leading voice for pro-trade, pro-commerce policies throughout North America, adopted its 2026 Policy Agenda at the organization’s annual fall board meeting in Harlingen, Texas on Wednesday. The agenda outlines the priorities of the...
Read MoreBTA raises concern over cuts in air service connectivity between U.S. and Mexico
Following the announcement by USDOT of the elimination of air service routes between the U.S. and Mexico, including between South Texas and Mexico City, the Border Trade Alliance sent the following letter to members of Texas’ congressional delegation seeking their intervention to reach a negotiated...
Read MoreBTA submits comments to USTR on the six-year review of USMCA
The Border Trade Alliance on Oct. 31, 2025 submitted comments to the U.S. Trade Representative on the topic of the six-year review of USMCA. Themes addressed included: Trade facilitation, market access: We reiterate that any review of USMCA should not erect tariffs or unjustified barriers and...
Read MoreBorder Trade Alliance applauds Senate passage of National Defense Authorization Act including language to streamline permit requirements for cross-border infrastructure
PDF VERSION WASHINGTON (October 10, 2025)--The Border Trade Alliance today cheered the U.S. Senate for passing the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes important language to streamline the issuance of presidential permits for international bridge and port of...
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