The seminar is part of the projects “Input-Output Tables for Industrial and Trade Policies in Central and South America” and “Value chain development for a deeper integration of East Asia and Latin America”. During the Seminar, the methodology followed by ECLAC to assemble the South American Input-Output Table and Southern Common Market (MERCOSUR) Input-Output Table for 2005 and 2011 will be presented. ECLAC will share some results derived from the tables on intra-MERCOSUR value chains, as well as trade relations with Asia Pacific partners.
Uruguay Strengthens Legal Certainty with the Asia-Pacific Through the Anniversary of Investment Agreements with Malaysia and Japan
The bilateral investment instruments with both nations continue to provide robust legal certainty for investors and foster strategic projects, marking 24 and 9 years of entry into force, respectively.



