Mexico


US, Mexico agree to begin talks on USMCA reforms, timing unclear
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Mexican Secretary of Economy Marcelo Ebrard agreed on Wednesday to begin formal discussions on possible reforms to the United States-Mexico-Canada trade agreement.
Mexico, South Korea move closer to bilateral free trade agreement
Mexico and South Korea are advancing talks to finalize a bilateral free trade agreement aimed at lowering tariffs and boosting economic cooperation. The renewed momentum follows a high-level parliamentary exchange, with Mexico pledging to support negotiations and facilitate the process.
Amway loses $3 billion dispute after Mexico seized its 692-acre organic farm
An international tribunal dismissed Amway’s request for $3 billion in damages after the Mexican government in 2022 seized a 692-acre organic farm owned by the multi-level marketing company and gave it to communal landowners.
Trump’s point man on trade floats separate deals with Canada and Mexico
US President Donald Trump’s lead trade negotiator says the administration is considering breaking up the three-way free trade agreement with Canada and Mexico, moving toward separate deals instead.
The failed USMCA project
Transnational corporations have won, and they have won at the cost of displacing Mexico’s national producers and leading the national economy to stagnation and dependence on foreign capital & indebtedness.
NAFTA legacy case dropped
The International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes has declined jurisdiction over a NAFTA legacy claim filed under CUSMA’s legacy annex by Access Business Group (Amway) against Mexico and ordered the claimant to pay $1.3M USD.
India–Mexico FTA talks begin amid looming tariff hikes
India and Mexico are discussing a free trade agreement. This comes as Mexico plans to impose new tariffs on imports from non-preferential partners like India. The terms of reference for the pact are expected soon. Both nations aim for mutually beneficial solutions. This move could strengthen bilateral trade ties and address concerns over rising duties.
What’s next for the USMCA review
The next big milestone on the way to the mandatory review of USMCA in 2026 is a report that USTR is required to send to key congressional committees by early January.
Trump could decide next year to withdraw from CUSMA trade deal, Politico reports
US President Donald Trump could decide next year to withdraw from the Canada-United States-Mexico trade agreement , Politico reported, citing US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.
Joint declaration of the national gathering – advocacy assembly on the USMCA
From our diverse backgrounds, we reaffirm our conviction that Mexico is an independent country that places life, dignity, and sovereignty above profit and the imposition of corporate interests.