Mexico, US to Begin Trade Review Talks March 16 Amid Tariff Tensions

• Mexico and the US will commence talks on March 16 to review their free trade agreement, the USMCA.
• The discussions, involving Mexico’s Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, aim to address rules of origin, production, supply chain security, and economic integration.
• The USMCA has helped Mexico largely avoid US protectionist tariffs, but some products like trucks, steel, aluminum, copper, and tomatoes still face duties.
• The review comes six years after the USMCA took effect, amidst strained relations due to former President Trump's protectionist measures.
• Both nations seek to boost competitiveness against other regions and will meet regularly after the initial talks.