BI-MINISTER OF ENERGY AND MINING, GOVERNMENT OF CHILE
Chile managed to maintain copper production in 2020 in line with 2019 figures, despite the pandemic, but its Ministry has further challenges to address.
In August 2023, Mexican exports to the US surpassed China for the first time. As companies prioritize securing supply their chains after years of logistics challenges, Mexico has begun to see major benefits. With a spate of new infrastructure projects such as the Interoceanic Corridor of the Isthmus of Tehuantepec coming online in 2023, the country is actively opening itself to investment. The chemical industry, in particular, is positioned for nearshoring-driven growth.