Análisis del impacto del TLC entre Ecuador y China en las MIPYMES importadoras de partes de motocicletas del cantón Milagro.

Abstract

This research analyzes the impact of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between Ecuador and China on the trade of motorcycle parts and components in the Milagro canton, taking into account costs, competitiveness, market access, and economic sustainability. The elimination of tariffs has helped bring in cheaper products, encouraging the purchase of quality brand spare parts and promoting local care. However, there is a significant competition among sellers, generating differing opinions about the affordability and accessibility of these items. Through a random sampling of 383 motorcyclists, five small businesses, and two specialists, data was collected through surveys and interviews, allowing the information to be mixed to observe how sales performed. The results show that, although the Free Trade Agreement helps small businesses, the intense competition and the increasing use of apps to purchase spare parts are not good for their money in the long term. The market needs new ideas, such as local websites and networks of special workshops, to strengthen the fight to be the best in the area.