US and Mexico Finish Initial Trade Talks on Autos
Trade negotiators from the United States and Mexico finished their first round of talks to revise the USMCA on Friday. The discussions focused on automotive rules of origin and economic security, with the next round of meetings scheduled for June 16 in Washington.
The United States and Mexico concluded their first bilateral negotiating round Friday to revise the USMCA trade pact. The discussions focused on automotive rules of origin, steel and aluminum trade, and economic security. These talks aim to reduce the U.S. trade deficit and strengthen North American supply chains before the 2026 review.
### Focus on Autos and Metals Negotiators in Mexico City addressed specific rules governing how much of a vehicle must be produced within the region to qualify for duty-free status. The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) office stated the goal is to bolster domestic manufacturing and secure critical mineral flows. These sectors are central to bilateral trade between the two nations.
