Minnesota exports rise to $5.4 billion despite trade war with China, others
30 May 2019
Medical and machine products remained the most in demand.
Minnesota exports grew slightly during the first three months of the year despite a trade war that led to a 13% drop in shipments to China.
A surge in exports to Mexico and Europe more than picked up the slack, state officials said.
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