North America’s Border Infrastructure: How It Limits Global Competitiveness and How to Fix It


North America lags most other major trade groups in its capacity to plan, fund, and monitor trade infrastructure. As opportunities to near- and re-shore supply chains emerge in the wake of global developments, Canada, the United States, and Mexico can benefit from increased investment into border infrastructure through a North American Trade Infrastructure Bank (NATIB).
This report was published in partnership with the Canada West Foundation and the George W. Bush Institute.
About the Authors

Carlo Dade

Matthew Rooney
Canada Institute
Bound by common geopolitical interests and strong economic and cultural ties, Canada and the United States enjoy the world's most successful bilateral relationship. The Wilson Center's Canada Institute is the only public policy forum in the world dedicated to the full spectrum of Canada-U.S. issues. The Canada Institute is a global leader for policymakers, academics and business leaders to engage in non-partisan, informed dialogue about the current and future state of the relationship. Read more
Mexico Institute
The Mexico Institute seeks to improve understanding, communication, and cooperation between Mexico and the United States by promoting original research, encouraging public discussion, and proposing policy options for enhancing the bilateral relationship. A binational Advisory Board, chaired by Luis Téllez and Earl Anthony Wayne, oversees the work of the Mexico Institute. Read more