Simply Trade [News]: International Trade Strategies: Lessons from Volvo on Compliance and Remaining Competitive

Learn how truck inspections at the US-Mexico border are impacting cross-border trade and how companies like Volvo are navigating international trade regulations. Context: On this episode of Simply Trade, Annik, Andy, and Lalo discuss recent news articles related to international trade. Topics include increased truck inspections at the US-Mexico border, Volvo's entry into the US electric vehicle market, US-China trade tensions, and potential retaliation from Russia over US sanctions.

Main Topics:

• Increased truck safety inspections at the US-Mexico border are causing delays of over 8 hours but may be politically motivated to pressure Mexico on immigration issues.

• Volvo is importing Chinese-made electric vehicles and using duty drawback programs to offset tariffs, undercutting competitors like Tesla and benefiting consumers.

• Companies must carefully consider international trade regulations and find strategic workarounds like Volvo to remain competitive globally.

Learn practical insights on navigating international trade challenges from cross-border logistics to regulatory compliance from industry experts Annik, Andy and Lalo.

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Host: Annik Sobing: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annik-sobing-mba-b226251a2/ 
Host: Andy Shiles: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyshiles/ 

Host/Producer: Lalo Solorzano: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalosolorzano/

Co-Producer: Mara Marquez: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mara-marquez-a00a111a8/

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