The Western offer to the Global South need not premise itself on rejecting China but instead on the rules of the liberal, open capitalist system through which China and the United States have all thrived.
Merging U.S. and Mexico supply chains could boost recovery and cut overreliance on China
The policy is called ‘ally shoring.’
Volkswagen Jettas produced in Mexico for export are parked at the port terminal in Veracruz, Mexico.(Felix Marquez - AP)
By Antonio Garza
In his first 100 days, President Joe Biden set out rebuild vital economic and political relationships with our allies in the region and around the world. Mexico, a crucial ally and one of our leading trade partners, has been at the top of the list. As the Biden administration continues to engage south of the border, so-called “ally shoring” offers an approach that would strengthen bilateral cooperation and support economic recovery.