Marcelo Ebrard

US negotiators may aggressively seek a win with Mexico after trade talks with Canada collapsed.

Mexico approved the world's first RNA-based biofungicide, a genetically engineered pesticide by GreenLight Biosciences with $100 million investment, despite unproven safety frameworks and risks to biodiversity, ecosystems, and human health.

Morena starts the new session with 21 senators and 41 federal deputies on leave.

Amid modest North American economic growth and sticky inflation, US-Mexico trade negotiators achieved progress on steel, aluminum, and transshipment issues, with sector-specific interim agreements possible before year-end, while automotive rules discussions and Canadian negotiations loom in fall.

Vulcan Materials retained ownership of Quintana Roo land despite a partial arbitration loss against Mexico, though awarded only 15 million dollars of its 1.7 billion dollar claim, with both parties indicating willingness to continue dialogue.

Mexico faces a dilemma: cutting pensions or electoral bureaucracy due to limited resources.

President Trump imposed 10-12.5 percent tariffs on 60 nations Friday citing inadequate forced labor enforcement, triggering objections from China, Japan, Brazil, and others who threatened reciprocal measures or WTO complaints.

Mexico and the United States achieved constructive advances during the third round of T-MEC trade negotiations in Mexico City, making progress on steel, aluminum, derivatives, and reducing Asian imports while strengthening regional supply chains.

The Trump administration announced tariffs on approximately 60 countries based on forced labor investigations, targeting major US trading partners including Canada, Mexico, and the European Union, as enforcement mechanisms replace temporarily invalidated duties.

Mexico's Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard met with business leaders to prepare for the third round of USMCA revision talks.

Mexico's exports to the United States reached a record US$54.18 billion in May 2026, solidifying its position as America's largest trading partner amid nearshoring trends, supply chain integration, and sustained foreign investment strengthening North American manufacturing competitiveness.

Mexico's bilateral trade with the United States reached a record 404.6 billion dollars from January to May 2026, representing 13 percent growth compared to 359.2 billion dollars in the same period of 2025, according to US Census Bureau data.

Mexico's officials congratulate the United States on its 250th independence anniversary.

Mexico, US, and Canada agreed to extend the T-MEC trade treaty for 10 more years until 2036.

Mexican Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard stated the T-MEC treaty review will enable increased foreign investment by extending the agreement through 2036 and establishing joint US-Mexico initiatives to reduce import dependence from other regions.

Trump's administration declined to renew the USMCA, initiating a 10-year wind-down of North America's 32-year trade framework while pursuing amendments to strengthen manufacturing and reduce trade deficits with Mexico and Canada.

Mexico and the US remain divided over trade issues as the USMCA comes up for review in July.

Mexican Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco meets US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Wednesday to address migration, trade disputes, security cooperation, and corruption allegations amid rising bilateral tensions under Presidents Sheinbaum and Trump.

Mexico's Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard disputed U.S. accusations that Mexico facilitates Chinese product transshipment to evade tariffs, costing America 19-26 billion dollars annually, asserting Mexico will present evidence disproving the unsubstantiated claims.

Mexico's economy minister formally requested a US tariff freeze during USMCA talks and presented a study demanding relief on automotive and steel duties, arguing Mexico's deep supply chain integration warrants lower rates than competitors like Japan and Germany.

Mexican President Sheinbaum announced a security plan to strengthen National Guard presence in Michoacan to resume avocado exports halted by US safety concerns, while coordinating with American authorities to restart inspections and maintain trade flow.

Mexico's Economy Minister Ebrard asserted Mexico is the United States' top buyer, purchasing more than China, Germany, and Japan combined, while President Sheinbaum emphasized Mexico pursues independent economic development through its Plan Mexico alongside trade relations.

Mexico's Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard countered Trump's criticism of the trade agreement by asserting Mexico remains the US's largest customer, purchasing more American products than any other nation.

Mexico's Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard confirmed U.S. tariffs on Mexican exports remain at 10 percent, with 85 percent of exports exempt under trade agreement rules, following Washington's tariff policy adjustment affecting 60 countries based on forced labor investigations.

Hugo Eric Flores leads the PAZ party, seeking to capture the evangelical vote.

Mexico and the United States began their third bilateral T-MEC trade agreement review round in Mexico City, with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer leading discussions on steel, automobiles, labor standards, and economic security over three days.

Mexico seeks tariff elimination on autos and steel during July 20 USMCA review negotiations, aiming to restore manufacturing certainty as trade uncertainty delays investment decisions across North America's integrated supply chains.

The European Parliament approved Mexico's modernized global agreement with 479 supporting votes, granting Mexican exports preferential access to Europe's 450 million consumers across agriculture, manufacturing, and automotive sectors, pending Mexican Senate ratification.

President Sheinbaum condemned former US Ambassador Ken Salazar for publicly displaying El Mayo Zambada's extradition aircraft, calling it a violation of international law, while Mexico's record 558 billion dollar exports to the US fuel Trump's push for annual trade agreement reviews.

Mexican President Sheinbaum and Economy Secretary Ebrard announced that clarifying the T-MEC trade agreement's validity through 2036 will boost foreign investment, as Mexico maintains preferential tariff access while diversifying commercial partnerships with Europe and Asia.

Trump refuses to ratify the US-Mexico-Canada trade deal, leaving it in limbo for 10 years.

The US refuses to renew the USMCA trade agreement with Canada and Mexico in its current form.

US declines to renew USMCA trade pact with Mexico, Canada

The US, Canada, and Mexico begin renegotiating the USMCA trade pact with high stakes and potential drama.

Mexico's president is optimistic about reaching a trade deal with the US after Canada talks collapsed.

Mexico's Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard expressed confidence in achieving trade agreements comparable to those secured by the United States and Canada, citing substantial progress in bilateral negotiations and optimism for imminent results on steel, aluminum, and vehicles.

Ángel Aguirre Rivero likely bears responsibility for the disappearance of 43 students in Iguala, Guerrero.

The government strengthens the shoe industry with microcredits and tariffs to counter unfair foreign competition.

Kia will invest 649 million dollars between 2026 and 2028 to produce its first electric vehicle in Mexico, creating 2,000 jobs and demonstrating foreign investor confidence amid automotive industry uncertainty and trade tensions.

Mexico's economy minister Marcelo Ebrard stated that Mexico faces weekly trade battles with the Trump administration over tariffs, including a 10 percent levy announced on forced labor concerns affecting 60 countries, though 85 percent of Mexican exports remain duty-free under existing agreements.

U.S. trade representative visited Mexico confirming alignment with Washington's continental redesign plans, while Ernesto Ruffo's arrest divided opposition parties and Mexico's electoral institute delayed addressing early precampaign violations.

Iran conflict costs US $37.5 billion with $67 billion more requested; Trump's tariff strategy threatens T-MEC negotiations while Mexico seeks favorable terms amid broader economic pressures and trade uncertainties.

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Hugo Eric Flores leads a new evangelical party, PAZ, mixing religion and politics.

Mexico's government will push the United States to remove tariffs on autos and steel during upcoming USMCA reviews, seeking to protect its $530 billion annual export market amid trade uncertainty following Washington's decision against long-term renewal.

Trump shortened the T-MEC trade agreement to ten years with annual reviews, undermining Mexico and Canada's leaders ahead of elections while signaling opposition to progressive governance on his southern border.

The United States refused to extend the USMCA trade agreement, initiating its termination after a six-year review. The accord expires in ten years unless all three nations agree to renegotiate, as Washington addresses persistent trade deficits and job losses concerns with Canada and Mexico.

President Claudia Sheinbaum says the US decision not to extend the T-MEC will not cancel it, as it remains in effect until 2036.

Canada, the U.S., and Mexico declined to renew their continental free trade agreement for another 16-year term, instead subjecting it to annual reviews, creating ongoing investment uncertainty for sectors like automobiles and steel.