free trade

noun

: trade based on the unrestricted international exchange of goods with tariffs used only as a source of revenue

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Trump tensions Chinese cars’ growing presence in Mexico, which is itself a major exporter of vehicles, comes at a time when China is a source of contention between the United States, Mexico and Canada, partners in a regional free trade agreement. —

Afp, Fortune Asia, 27 Dec. 2024 Trudeau was largely praised for steering the country through a successful renegotiation of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada free trade agreement, a process that Freeland helmed. —

Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024 The country has also has managed to set up a free trade agreement with Europe, whereas Indonesia is still trying to reach terms on a deal. —

Dylan Butts, CNBC, 17 Dec. 2024 Even if the legislation passes, President-elect Trump’s administration may not seek out any free trade deals. —

Rachel Frazin, The Hill, 5 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for free trade