As the fifth round of talks concluded in Mexico City earlier this month, tensions with Canada and Mexico were apparent with both countries telling the United States that it would make little headway with its current approach.
What looked like the year of the trade war was the year of the trade boom.
Last night the First Lady pressed the button to light the National Christmas Tree located in the Ellipse, just behind the White House. The tradition of a National Tree is now almost 100 years old. The Staff at the FTZine wish you and yours a Merry Christmas, Happy Holiday season, and best wishes for a joyful and prosperous New Year.
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