VOICED : Una Alianza del Pacifico sin aranceles

The eighth Pacific Alliance summit in Cartagena aimed to establish a trade agreement eliminating tariffs on 92% of the bloc's products, fostering joint production and trade with Asia. Hosted by Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos, leaders from Chile, Mexico, Peru, and Costa Rica participated. The alliance represents 212 million people and 36% of Latin America's GDP. Sensitive agricultural products like bananas, coffee, maize, and beans are excluded from the agreement, with tariff reductions over 17 years.

What was the primary goal of the eighth Pacific Alliance summit held in Cartagena?

• To establish a military alliance

• To create a new currency for the bloc

• To eliminate tariffs on 92% of the bloc's products

• To discuss environmental policies

Which country's president hosted the summit?

• Ollanta Humala

• Juan Manuel Santos

• Enrique Peña Nieto

• Sebastián Piñera

How many people does the Pacific Alliance bloc represent?

• 300 million

• 500 million

• 212 million

• 100 million

What percentage of Latin America's GDP is represented by the Pacific Alliance?

• 50%

• 75%

• 36%

• 25%

Which products are excluded from the trade agreement due to their sensitivity?

• Pharmaceuticals and chemicals

• Bananas and coffee for Mexico, corn and beans for Colombia

• Electronics and textiles

• Automobiles and machinery