Genetically Modified Corn Dispute and Mexico’s Bonus Payment Crisis

Dive into the USMCA panel's ruling against Mexico's restrictions on genetically modified corn imports, highlighting the clash between trade obligations and cultural values. Explore the economic and cultural implications of this decision. Additionally, uncover the challenges faced by over half of Mexico's workforce who miss out on the crucial holiday bonus, 'aguinaldo,' due to informal employment. This episode examines the broader economic and social impacts of these pressing issues in Mexico.

Sources:
https://www.infobae.com/mexico/2024/12/20/mexico-no-esta-de-acuerdo-con-resolucion-sobre-maiz-transgenico/
https://expansion.mx/economia/2024/12/20/poder-del-sector-informal-economia-mexico

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:34) Mexico does not agree with resolution on transgenic corn
(00:03:23) Half of Mexicans run out of bonuse payment