japanese cooperation and supporting industry in mexico’s automotive sector: usmca, covid-19 disruptions, and electric vehicle production

Dr. Leo Guzman-Anaya is a research professor at the University Center of Economic and Managerial Science (CUCEA), University of Guadalajara, Mexico. He graduated at the bachelor’s level in International Business from the University of Guadalajara, earned a master’s degree in Economics from Tokyo International University, Japan, and a Ph.D. in Economics and Management Science with a specialization in Applied Economics from the University of Guadalajara. His research is oriented toward International Economics with a special interest in inter-industry spillovers and location determinants from Japanese investment. During his academic career, he has been consulted on topics related to foreign direct investment by Mexican and Japanese government agencies. He is currently a member of Mexico’s National System of Researchers.