After the official announcement of Trade Agreement between Argentina and the United StatesPresident Javier Miley And his wife Donald Trump They will have to do it Sign it to put it into effect In the government they expect him to be the libertarian leader Journey in the next few weeks To meet side by side where they both stamp their signature on the document.
The agreement that Miley desired was finalized on Thursday, at the conclusion of negotiations led by the new chancellor. Pablo CernoIn Washington with the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), the US government agency responsible for international trade policy, which relies exclusively on the White House.
However, Miley and Trump must put the final touch on it. He stressed that “the signing of the agreement is done by the presidents.” iProfessional A government source followed the negotiations minute by minute The delegation was headed by Kerno with Foreign Ministers Pablo Lavin (Economy), Alejandro Casasi (Deregulation), Ambassador to the United States, Alec Oxenford, and diplomat Luis María Krekler,
Trade agreement with the United States: When will Miley and Trump sign it?
In principle, the government estimates that Miley’s trip to the United States – if it materializes, as it wishes – It won’t be right away, but it will be very soon.. They do not have a confirmed date yet because a series of legal steps must be completed before signing, from opinions of different public offices in both countries to translations.
The sources reviewed by this medium indicated this These bureaucratic procedures “will take a few weeks,” but once they are completed, everything will be ready for the two presidents to sign the document. Casa Rosada is excited about this new meeting between Miley and Trump and about the moment the agreement was signed, which they described as historic.
When the White House officially announced the Joint Statement on the Framework for the United States-Argentina Agreement on Reciprocal Trade and Investment, Miley was in the province of Corrientes To participate in the Regional Economic Conference of the Freedom Club.
The president used his speech on that occasion to celebrate the “tremendous news,” as he defined it. “A bilateral trade agreement with the United States has just been signed. “We are committed to making Argentina great again.”“The conditions are ripe for Argentina to enter a new golden century. Let us leave behind populist barbarism and once again become the leading global power,” commented Miley.
The hotspot for understanding with the United States and the trade balance with Argentina
The trade agreement with the United States concerns a wide range of aspects: tariffs; removing non-tariff barriers; standards and conformity assessment; intellectual property; access to the agricultural market; digital commerce; job; environment; Alignment on economic security; Facing state-owned enterprises, support, business considerations and opportunities.
One of the most advanced points in Recitations of the document released by the Trump government point to US claims to Argentina regarding patent law, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector. The North American country previously issued a report in which it claimed that Argentina was not adhering to the Patent Law of 1995, and asked it to adhere to the Patent Cooperation Treaty, which includes 100 different countries.
he The government was always ready to give in on this point, which aroused great doubts from Argentine laboratories. These days, he is looking for a way to avoid conflict in this sector and reconcile the interests of foreign and national pharmaceutical companies. The truth is that the agreement has already been closed and all that remains now is the signature of the two presidents.
regarding Due to the impact of this agreement on the trade balance, the government realizes that today there is a surplus for the United States, but it clarifies that this is “not the only measure” for an agreement of this type. “There are many very important non-tariff issues here, and recognition of international standards and certifications gives Argentina greater access to products for its consumers,” official sources said before. iProfessional.
What does the trade agreement between Argentina and the United States consist of?
According to the White House, one of the key elements of the agreement refers to Definitions. “Argentina will provide preferential market access for exports of US goods, including certain pharmaceuticals, chemicals, machinery, information technology products, medical devices, automobiles, and a wide range of agricultural products,” the document states.
He adds on the same topic: “The United States will eliminate mutual tariffs on some unavailable natural resources and non-patented materials for use in pharmaceutical applications.” The report also notes that “countries have committed to improving mutual access to bilateral markets for beef trade.”
Another related point is Eliminate non-tariff barriers: “Argentina has dismantled numerous non-tariff barriers that have restricted access to its markets, including import licenses, ensuring a level playing field in international trade, and through this agreement has committed not to require consular procedures on US exports to Argentina. It will also phase out the statistical tax on US goods.”
on “Standards and Conformity Assessment” Indicates: “Argentina will allow U.S. goods that comply with applicable U.S. or international standards, U.S. technical regulations, or U.S. or international conformity assessment procedures, to enter Argentina without additional conformity assessment requirements (…) Argentina will accept imports of vehicles manufactured in the United States in accordance with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety and Emission Standards, and will accept U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) certifications and advance marketing authorizations for medical devices and pharmaceutical products.”
topic “intellectual property” Which is another key. The document notes that “Argentina has taken action against an important and notorious regional market for counterfeit goods, and will continue to improve law enforcement against counterfeit and pirated goods, including in the online environment. Argentina has also committed to addressing the structural challenges mentioned in the USTR’s 2025 Special 301 Report, including patent eligibility criteria, delays in granting patents and geographical indications, as well as working to align its intellectual property system with international standards.”
About him “Agricultural market access”states: “Argentina has opened its market to U.S. live livestock, has committed to allowing market access for U.S. poultry within one year, and has agreed not to restrict market access for products using certain cheese and meat terms. Argentina will streamline product registration processes for U.S. beef, offal, and pork products, and will not apply facility registration to U.S. dairy imports. The United States and Argentina intend to work together to address non-tariff barriers that affect Trade in food and agricultural products in the United States.
As for digital commerce, Indicates: “Argentina is committed to facilitating digital trade with the United States by recognizing the United States as the appropriate jurisdiction under Argentine law for cross-border data transfers, including personal data; and by refraining from discriminating against U.S. digital services or products. Argentina also intends to recognize, under its law, valid electronic signatures under its law,” the text noted.
Among other salient points, the agreement stipulates this Argentina will implement a “ban on the import of goods produced by forced or compulsory labor and strengthen the enforcement of labor laws” that will promote “a more resource-efficient economy, including the vital mineral sector.”
After announcing it Trade Agreement between Argentina and the United States Now the offices of both countries have to adhere to the bureaucratic procedures so that, in the end, Javier Miley and Donald Trump Sign it to put it into effect. The government is waiting to organize the Libertarian trip and take a historical photo, but in any case, the approach strengthens the strategic alliance between the two countries that the Liberal administration has sought since the beginning of the administration.
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