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Donald Trump, in a Fox and Friends interview, claimed that the cartels govern Mexico instead of its president, which fueled his administration's negotiating power.

Marcelo Ebrard, Mexico's Secretary of Economy, claims that the new 10% global tariff announced by Trump will reduce Mexico's export tariffs, improving the country's trade position compared to previous rates.

Mexico is focusing its political and diplomatic efforts on preserving the USMCA as a new geopolitical landscape evolves rapidly around critical technologies.

Canada has been exempted from many of Trump's global tariffs, though challenges to free trade still remain, especially with tariffs on specific goods like steel and aluminum still in effect.

The Mexican government is closely monitoring potential impacts of tariffs announced by Donald Trump after a Supreme Court ruling limiting his authority to impose such tariffs.

Mexican exports to the United States reached a record high at the end of December 2025, showing a 5.8% growth over the previous year.

President Donald Trump announced new 10% tariffs on imports starting on the 24th, which will exempt certain essential goods.

The elimination of Trump's reciprocal tariffs presents a mixed outcome for Mexico's economy, facing challenges from new global tariffs imposed by the U.S.

The U.S. government is considering significant changes to the USMCA that could exclude Canada and disrupt trade relations in North America.

A bipartisan bill in the U.S. Congress seeks to enhance tourism among the U.S., Canada, and Mexico through the establishment of a Travel and Tourism Trade Working Group.

In 2025, Mexico achieved record exports to the United States, consolidating its position as the leading trade partner.

Fitch Ratings has highlighted risks to Mexico's Infrastructure Investment Plan 2026-2030, emphasizing impacts from the rule of law and USMCA negotiations on investor confidence.

Claudia Sheinbaum met with Canadian ministers to strengthen trade and investments ahead of a potential bilateral agreement before the USMCA review.

Mexico's economic integration with the US and Canada reached historic levels in 2025, with a significant percentage of its exports reliant on these neighbors.

The article discusses the implications of the U.S. potentially withdrawing from the USMCA and transforming it into bilateral agreements, emphasizing the uncertainty this would create for the North American economy.

Jamieson Greer is a key figure in the upcoming review of the USMCA treaty, known for his role in negotiating stricter automotive rules during the Trump administration.

The article discusses serious considerations within Donald Trump's team about potentially abandoning the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), evoking concerns over impacts on North American trade.

Citi Institute predicts that the USMCA will not collapse but will likely see stricter rules of origin imposed during its upcoming review.

Peter Navarro, a trade advisor in the Trump administration, criticized the USMCA for having significant flaws, particularly regarding the involvement of China in trade through Mexico and Canada.

Five Democratic senators are urging President Trump to leverage trade negotiations with Canada and Mexico to address Chinese electric vehicle imports.

Reports indicate that President Trump is privately considering withdrawing the U.S. from the North American Free Trade Agreement amid critical negotiations with Canada and Mexico.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum asserted that Donald Trump has not indicated any intention to leave the USMCA treaty, emphasizing its significance for both nations.

President Donald Trump is contemplating the possibility of withdrawing from the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), adding uncertainty to the future of the agreement during critical negotiations.

President Donald Trump is privately considering withdrawing the United States from the USMCA treaty with Mexico and Canada, raising new uncertainties about its future amid key negotiations.

US President Donald Trump is reportedly contemplating withdrawing from the USMCA trade agreement with Canada and Mexico, according to sources familiar with the discussions.

Negotiations for the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) are proceeding with Mexico, but the process is more challenging with Canada, according to US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.

The Mexican peso appreciates against the dollar following a report of rising inflation by Inegi, with the exchange rate at 17.20 pesos per dollar.

Automakers support the USMCA trade agreement while warning that the strict origin rules are increasing production costs, which may eventually affect consumers.

The upcoming review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) will be characterized by the intent of the U.S. to contain China's trade influence and investments in North America.

Analysts predict that 2026 will be a challenging year for Mexico as a few politicians are expected to concentrate decision-making power influencing the business climate, amidst events like the renegotiation of the USMCA, the World Cup, and an election year that might see regulatory changes.

The article discusses Trump's emphasis on the USMCA trade agreement and its implications for the Canadian economy amidst rising tariffs and efforts by Canada to reduce dependency on US trade.