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Brazil has formally challenged U.S. tariffs through the World Trade Organization, but according to former Brazilian diplomat and attorney Régis Arslanian, this multilateral approach may prove largely ineffective. The action raises questions about the declining power of international trade dispute mechanisms and whether traditional diplomatic channels still hold sway over major economic powers.

The US Department of State (DOS) has issued a temporary final rule implementing a new $750 expedited appointment fee that would allow certain B-1/B-2 nonimmigrant visa applicants to secure a visa appointment within 10 business days.

On April 19, 2024, Case Law No. 2a./J. 38/2024 (11th Series) issued by the Second Chamber of the Mexican Supreme Court was published in the Semanario Judicial de la Federación (Mexico's Federal Judicial Reporter). The precedent arose from Direct Amparo Review No. 3305/2023.