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The European Union is the United States ’ largest trading partner
Between 2009 and 2011 , U . S . companies increased their exports at an annualized rate of 15.4 % a year higher than rate required to double exports by 2014
American trade policy works toward opening markets throughout the world to create new opportunities and higher living standards for families , farmers , manufacturers , workers , consumers and businesses . The United States is party to numerous trade agreements with other countries , and is participating in negotiations for new trade agreements with a number of countries and regions in the world .
Global economic prospects have improved again , but the bumpy recovery and skewed macroeconomic policy mix in advanced economies are complicating policymaking in emerging market economies .