https://ultimadecada.uchile.cl/index.php/LAJTP <p>The Latin American Journal of Trade Policy is an official publication of the Institute of International Studies of the University of Chile. Following an open access policy, the full version of the journal, and individual papers, will be available on-line free of charge.</p> <p>The Latin American Journal of Trade Policy (LAJTP) focusses on trade policy issues in Latin America from a multidisciplinary perspective. A particular aim of the journal is reduce the gap between academia and policymakers. As such, the journal encourages paper submissions on topics related to trade policy formulation, implementation and evaluation; international trade agreements and their impact, including WTO issues and preferential trade agreements; Latin American regional integration processes; and, bilateral trade and investment relations both between Latin American countries and with overseas economies.</p> <p>The journal is interested in publishing papers that draw policy relevant conclusions from academic research, that confront theoretical models with the Latin American experience and that use the specific regional experiences to develop new models. Particular consideration is given to empirical articles using quantitative, qualitative, or a mixed methods approach.</p> <p>We encourage the submission of articles that:</p> <ul> <li class="show">contribute to existing knowledge of trade policy making in Latin America;</li> <li class="show">develop and advance pertinent theories to the region;</li> <li class="show">deal with the gap between academia and policy making;</li> <li class="show">utilize quantitative, qualitative, and mixed method approaches.</li> </ul> <p>All correspondence regarding academic or formal aspects, or any other request related to the Journal, should be addressed to:</p> <p><strong>Editorial Team:</strong> <a href="mailto:revista.iei@u.uchile.cl">lajtp.iei@uchile.cl</a></p> <p><strong>Twitter:</strong> <a href="https://lajtp.uchile.cl/index.php/LAJTP/management/settings/twitter.com/latin_iei">@latin_iei</a></p> Institute of International Studies, University of Chile en-US Latin American Journal of Trade Policy 0719-9368 https://ultimadecada.uchile.cl/index.php/LAJTP/article/view/77110 In recent decades, the relationship between international trade and gender has gained relevance, although the trade in services from a gender perspective remains underexplored. Chile, one of the most globally integrated economies, faces the challenge of diversifying its export basket, which is highly concentrated in commodities, and reducing persistent gender gaps in its economy. The services sector, employing a large proportion of women, represents a strategic opportunity to address both challenges. This study analyzes the relationship between gender and trade in services in Chile, using an exploratory qualitative approach that serves as a reference for future research and as input for the design of public policies. The findings highlight the importance of designing specific public policies to promote female participation in service exports and contribute to more inclusive and sustainable economic development. Antonieta Sepúlveda Carreras Copyright (c) 2024 Antonieta Sepúlveda Carreras http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0 2024-12-28 2024-12-28 7 20 07 38 10.5354/0719-9368.2024.77110 https://ultimadecada.uchile.cl/index.php/LAJTP/article/view/76287 The study examines the historical evolution of the inclusion of the gender dimension in Chile's international trade insertion, focusing particularly on the recent Feminist Foreign Policy, which makes it a pioneer in the South American region in adopting one of these characteristics. Problems such as wage inequality, low female representation in decision-making and the lack of effective mechanisms to guarantee gender commitments in trade agreements at the international level are highlighted. In view of this, a review of this new millennium is made to analyze the importance of the most important regional and plurilateral agreements that have guided action in various intergovernmental scenarios and of this new national need to address the structural causes of inequality to consider the specific needs of women and other historically invisible groups in society. It also emphasizes the importance of strengthening the mechanisms for monitoring and evaluating trade policies from a gender perspective, as well as the creation of dispute settlement bodies to ensure compliance with the commitments undertaken to eradicate poverty and promote fairer, more equitable and inclusive growth for all. Osnarci Rafael Ramos Borges Ana María Vallina Scarlett Bustos Francisca Vere-Stead Copyright (c) 2024 Osnarci Rafael Ramos Borges http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0 2024-12-28 2024-12-28 7 20 39 80 10.5354/0719-9368.2024.76287 https://ultimadecada.uchile.cl/index.php/LAJTP/article/view/77279 Chile's trade policy has been a cornerstone of its economic development model, enabling the country to overcome the limitations of its domestic market through international integration. This article examines Chile's trade integration strategy over the period 1973-2023, identifying the key milestones and transformations in its trade policy. Through a historical and methodological approach, the analysis covers the evolution from the neoliberal reforms of the 1970s to the current era of deep trade agreements and global trade fragmentation. It also delves into four key agreements: the Free Trade Agreement with the United States, the Free Trade Agreement with China, the Association Agreement with the European Union, and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership. Finally, this study assesses the achievements, limitations, and structural challenges of Chile's trade integration, offering valuable lessons for developing economies seeking sustainable and diversified integration into the global economy. Karin Schwerter Pinto Diego Solar Fuentes Fernando Sossdorf Copyright (c) 2024 Karin Schwerter Pinto, Diego Solar Fuentes, Fernando Sossdorf http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0 2024-12-28 2024-12-28 7 20 81 137 10.5354/0719-9368.2024.77279