Overview
- Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard told senators the USMCA will “survive,” outlining a plan to resolve potential controversies with the United States and Canada ahead of the formal 2026 review.
- Mexico argues the toughest implementation problems stem from U.S. actions, citing unilateral Section 232 measures and Washington’s partial noncompliance with the auto rules‑of‑origin panel ruling.
- Ebrard said he will meet U.S. counterparts in Washington to seek tariff relief for sensitive sectors such as autos as the 90‑day delay on new U.S. duties approaches its deadline.
- President Claudia Sheinbaum emphasized the pact is law in all three countries and reported that only a handful of the more than 50 U.S. claims over alleged barriers remain unresolved.
- Officials reiterated three goals for the review: secure Mexico’s best relative position in the U.S. market, preserve foreign investment and maintain export capacity, while a reported domestic proposal to raise tariffs on non‑FTA imports remains under discussion.