Abstract:ln Mexico, state actors controlled the channcls for business-governrnent relations during the NAFTA negotiations. Howevcr, state actors depended on the private sector for infonnation, politicai support and adaptation to free trade. They incorporated business represcntatives into the negotiations through COECE, a business association. Our analysis of five agro-industrial sectors shows that sectors with large homogeneous firms, strong associations and perceived export potential enjoyed better access to governmen… Show more
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