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CBERA delivers gains for Caribbean nations, limited effect on US

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CBERA’s impact on the US economy remains small but benefits Caribbean nations, says USITC’s 27th biennial report for 2023–24.
Imports fell 34.5 per cent to $1.8 billion in 2024, with utilisation dropping to 27.7 per cent.
Despite this, per capita exports rose, led by Haiti’s apparel sector.
HOPE/HELP expiry in September 2025 could severely impact Haiti’s economy.CBERA’s impact on the US economy remains small but benefits Caribbean nations, says USITC’s 27th biennial report for 2023–24.
Imports fell 34.5 per cent to $1.8 billion in 2024, with utilisation dropping to 27.7 per cent.
Despite this, per capita exports rose, led by Haiti’s apparel sector.
HOPE/HELP expiry in September 2025 could severely impact Haiti’s economy.