"In 2012, the Gross Domestic Product of the Pacific Partnership (AP by its initials in Spanish) grew by 5%, two points higher than that recorded by the global economy. FDI remained at an acceptable rhythm, with $71.045 billion, of which over $30 billion was destined for Chile. Around $15.5 billion came to Colombia."

It is expected that this market will keep growing, with the likely addition of new partners such as Costa Rica and Panama."... In the AP's VIII Summit, Costa Rican President Laura Chinchilla signed a roadmap agreement which contains the necessary actions to join to the block through the accession model."

"... Being at the heart of the Alliance is an attractive investment for companies in third party countries wishing to take advantage of the market ..."

Source: Eltiempo.com

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