Kerry Wang, Author at Braumiller Law Group

Trade War and the Madman Theory: A Personal Reflection

February 10, 2025

By: Kerry Wang, Senior Associate, Braumiller Law Group

I can’t help but reflect on a negotiation seminar I took in law school, where we studied the Madman Theory, popularized by Richard Nixon. The theory suggests that acting unpredictably or being willing to take extreme actions can create leverage. If your opponent believes you might “blow it all up,” they may feel forced to make concessions. This strategy clearly echoes Trump’s approach to trade policy.

Overcoming Obstacles: Challenges Faced by China’s FDI in Mexico

June 7, 2024

By: Kerry Wang, Senior Associate, Braumiller Law Group

China’s foreign direct investment (FDI) in Mexico has seen substantial growth in recent years, reflecting a strategic alignment with global economic shifts and regional trade dynamics. This trend positions China as one of the fastest-growing sources of foreign investment in Mexico, with the majority of investments flowing into the manufacturing sector.

机遇与挑战：中国企业赴墨西哥投资

June 6, 2024

作者：王烨，资深律师， Braumiller 律师事务所

中国在墨西哥的外国直接投资 (FDI) 近年来显着增长，这反映了中国与全球经济格局转变和区域贸易动态的战略性协调。这一趋势使中国成为墨西哥增长最快的外国投资来源国之一，其中大部分投资流向制造业。

Maximizing Duty Savings Series –Section 321 Duty Exemptions or De Minimis Exemptions

April 1, 2024

By: Kerry Wang, Senior Associate, Braumiller Law Group

Welcome to the second installment in our series on duty-saving strategies. After discussing the utilization of Foreign Trade Zones and Bonded Warehouses in our previous article, we now turn to Section 321, a topic of significant importance and, as you’ll see, considerable debate.

Maximizing Duty Savings Series Leveraging Bonded Warehouse and Foreign Trade Zones

February 5, 2024

By: Kerry Wang, Senior Associate, Braumiller Law Group

Consider this scenario: a client faced the challenge of deferring duty payments while managing a significant volume of imports destined for re-exportation from the U.S. Initially considering duty drawbacks, which proved unsuitable for their specific needs, we turned our attention to bonded warehouses and free trade zones. This scenario is not uncommon in the trade world and highlights a critical decision point for many businesses: choosing between a bonded warehouse and a Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ).