On Monday, Nicaragua began trading under its new free trade agreement with China, marking a significant economic shift. This pact allows Nicaragua to export a vast majority of its products to China without tariffs, enhancing trade opportunities. Key exports include meats, seafood, sugar, peanuts, rum, and non-food items like leather and auto parts. The agreement […]
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