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This paper analyzes the impact of trade reforms on the performance of the Mexican economy, particularly after the 2008/09 global economic crisis. It identifies the effects of the crisis with regards to the agriculture and manufacturing sector, but also describes the changes within the Mexican labor market. The paper not only shows the advantages and disadvantages of liberalization, but also gives concrete policy recommendations and identifies the role of development cooperation, particularly aid for trade, to improve Mexico’s post-crisis development strategies.