The Government of Mexico has launched a public consultation process to evaluate the performance of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Following its publication in the Official Gazette, economic sectors and stakeholders have 60 calendar days to submit information, comments, and recommendations.
These contributions will shape Mexico’s position in the joint review of the agreement scheduled for 2026, marking the sixth anniversary of its entry into force.
Under Article 34.7 of the treaty, the three countries are required to periodically assess the validity of the pact and decide whether to extend it for an additional 16 years. The aim is to ensure that the agreement remains effective, balanced, and aligned with each nation’s economic priorities in a changing global environment.
The United States has already begun its own consultation process through the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), which will include a hearing in Washington in November 2025. Canada is also preparing its internal review mechanisms. With this initiative, Mexico aligns with its partners in preparation for the 2026 review.
The notice, issued by the Ministry of Economy, invites stakeholders to examine the treaty’s performance in key areas and identify potential challenges. Contributions may be submitted electronically to consultas.tmec@economia.gob.mx, through the portal www.buzontmec.economia.gob.mx, or delivered in person at the Ministry of Economy’s offices in Mexico City.
The outcome of this process will shape Mexico’s position at the Free Trade Commission in 2026, where it will be decided whether the USMCA continues unchanged, is adjusted, or, in an extreme scenario, allowed to expire. Considering that around 83% of Mexico’s exports go to the United States, this review will play a key role in the country’s economic strategy.
Source: Expansión
