President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo said she is convinced that the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA) will remain in place, underscoring that the economies of the three countries are “highly interrelated and integrated,” in response to recent statements by her U.S. counterpart, Donald Trump, who said the agreement is “not relevant” for his country.
During her morning press conference on January 14, the President noted that those who most strongly defend the USMCA are U.S. business leaders, due to the significant investments they maintain in Mexico, including recent acquisitions of domestic companies, which —she said— demonstrates confidence in the country and in the continuity of the bilateral trade relationship.
“I am convinced that the trade relationship with the United States will continue, not only in the automotive sector, but across the board. There is a great deal of integration, and it is very important that the trade relationship be maintained,” Sheinbaum said.
The President explained that through the USMCA and compliance with rules of origin, the absence of import and export taxes among the three countries is guaranteed.
In that context, she noted that Mexican exports to the United States increased in 2025, driven by geographic proximity and productive integration with U.S. companies.
Sheinbaum added that the dynamics of the agreement have generated shared benefits, as “for every job created in Mexico, three jobs were created in the United States,” emphasizing that jobs are not concentrated in a single country but instead reflect the economic integration promoted by the trade agreement.
She also said that, in the face of a potential USMCA review, the goal should be to continue moving forward and, if necessary, adjust the agreement without losing sight of its benefits.
“If there are modifications, we will seek the modifications, but it is beneficial for the United States and it is beneficial for Mexico,” Sheinbaum said.
The President highlighted the importance of maintaining the economic alliance among Mexico, the United States and Canada to compete with China and other economies, and underscored the international recognition of Mexican labor.
Finally, she indicated that there is smooth communication between the USMCA review teams of both countries, led by the Ministry of Economy, headed by Marcelo Ebrard, with the participation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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