Ways and Means Trade Subcommittee Chairman Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) is leading a trade-focused congressional delegation to Colombia and Chile for high-level government, labor, and business meetings. During their trip, the members will examine the implementation of current U.S. trade agreements and assess opportunities to strengthen economic ties that promote labor and environmental standards.
“Colombia and Chile are both experiencing historic shifts in the direction of their countries, charting new political paths and transforming the continent. As key trading partners for the United States, this timely visit will allow representatives of the Congress to visit at a critical inflection point while forming strong working relationships with their new leaders and better understanding opportunities for collaboration,” Chairman Blumenauer said. “The United States and the South America region share close proximity, history, and values. We look forward to building upon the successes of our commercial relationships in a way that puts workers first and unlocks opportunities for all.”
Members of the delegation are:
- Chairman Earl Blumenauer (D-OR), Ways and Means Committee Trade Subcommittee
- Representative Ron Kind (D-WI)
- Representative Brendan Boyle (D-PA)
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