U.S.-Cambodia Reciprocal Trade Agreement Strengthens Economic and Regulatory Ties
Impact Score: 2.2
Timeline: Within five years of the Agreement’s entry into force
Summary: The U.S. and Cambodia have formalized a reciprocal trade agreement emphasizing mutual economic prosperity, transparent tariff and non-tariff measures, enhanced intellectual property protections, digital trade facilitation, and stringent labor and environmental standards. Key components include elimination of discriminatory trade practices, promotion of free digital data flows, and cooperation on export controls and sanctions. The agreement aims to boost U.S. investment in Cambodia and ensure fair commercial operations while fostering regulatory alignment. Vanderbilt University may be impacted through research compliance, digital initiatives, and supply chain adjustments.
Key Actions: Vanderbilt’s Federal Relations Office should monitor trade developments; the Center for International Business and Digital Innovation Center ought to explore collaboration opportunities; Legal Affairs and Environmental Studies programs need to align policies with new standards; and Agricultural Research should evaluate market access provisions for U.S. products.
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