# 162. Carla Hills, North American Trailblazer: Trade and Strengthening Global Relations

Episodio de [Proyecto 1954](https://escuchario.semeescucha.es/podcast/proyecto-1954), de US-Mexico Foundation.

- Publicado: 23 de octubre de 2023
- Duración: 21 min
- Audio: https://www.ivoox.com/162-carla-hills-north-american-trailblazer-trade-and_mf_118222406_feed_1.mp3
- Página: https://escuchario.semeescucha.es/podcast/proyecto-1954/episodio/7206387-162-carla-hills-north-american-trailblazer-trade-and-strengthening-global

## Sobre este episodio

In this engaging episode, we have the privilege of interviewing Carla Hills, the former U.S. Trade Representative and the recipient of the 2023 Trailblazer Award at the North Capital Forum. Ms. Hills shares her profound insights into the world of international trade and diplomacy. At the North Capital Forum awards ceremony, we dive deep into the heart of trade relations. Ms. Hills discussed how trade benefits individuals in every country. With a distinguished career advocating for free and fair trade, she articulates the significance of trade to the average person, making complex economic concepts understandable to all. Our conversation also touches on the revival of dialogue between North American countries, including NALS (North American Leaders' Summit) and HLED (High-Level Economic Dialogue). Ms. Hills proposes an innovative approach: creating smaller, more focused groups of experts who intimately understand the issues and know how to resolve them. China, a global economic powerhouse, plays a pivotal role in the North American relationship and the world. Ms. Hills sheds light on how countries in the region navigate this complex dynamic, offering fresh perspectives on maintaining cooperation, even in the face of competition. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in international trade, diplomacy, and the delicate balance of global relations. Join us as we explore Carla Hills' remarkable journey, her vision for a brighter global future, and the art of fostering cooperation among nations in a rapidly changing world.

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