While a deal remains a long way off, administration officials say they are now hopeful an agreement will be met for two reasons. more >>

Pollster-lobbyist Mark Penn might be out of favor with the Colombian government, but his wife was seen chilling at its embassy. more >>

The latest free-trade agreement is caught in the crossfire. more >>

Think of it this way: Individuals trade, not nations. more >>

What's behind President Bush's renewed campaign to promote free trade? Bush's pitch, which he made again Saturday in a national radio address and which he will continue to publicize in various appearances this week, is designed to rejuvenate support for free trade at a time when protectionism seems to be surging, White House advisers say. more >>