Chile advanced international cooperation with the Chamber of Deputies committee approving a Pacific Alliance modernization proposal.
This alliance, which includes Mexico, Peru, and Colombia alongside Chile, aims for deeper economic ties and shared growth.
Deputy Minister Claudia Sanhueza highlighted the approval of a protocol that will enhance “origin cumulation” to benefit not just member states but also associated countries.
This mechanism, vital in free trade agreements, enables producers to source parts and inputs from across the alliance without compromising the goods’ origin status.
Sanhueza pointed out that this would significantly widen the range of materials available to exporters, boosting their ability to compete globally.
Such reforms are seen as a boon to entrepreneurs, potentially spurring economic development and improving living standards.
The proposal is now slated for debate and vote in the full Chamber of Deputies.
Under Chile’s leadership, which began on March 22, the Pacific Alliance is poised to set new benchmarks in regional integration.
The Foreign Affairs Ministry aims to boost productivity, support small businesses, promote gender equality, and make the bloc’s actions more public-focused.
Since its establishment on April 28, 2011, the alliance has strived to create a deeply integrated economic area.
Currently, it has 63 observer states and five countries—Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and Korea—pursuing associated status, while Costa Rica, Ecuador, and Honduras seek full membership.
This initiative represents a pivotal moment in the Pacific Alliance’s journey towards greater unity and international presence.