The concept of 'Maquiladoras' became a central part of the NAFTA era, referring to:
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Correct answer: Manufacturing plants in Mexico that process imported components for export
Maquiladoras are factories located primarily along the U.S.-Mexico border that import raw materials duty-free to assemble goods for export. NAFTA greatly expanded the scope and scale of these industrial operations.
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