Labor groups call for a batch of new provisions in an updated NAFTA

The AFL-CIO, backed by other labor groups, is calling for substantial revisions to the North American Free Trade Agreement in an upcoming renegotiation, including the addition of new regulatory, infrastructure and investment provisions. The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative collected public comments on the topic of the “Negotiating Objectives Regarding Modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement with Canada and Mexico” through June 12, ahead of a public hearing slated to occur on June 27. During a call...