Overview
- The Economy Ministry, backed by the CCE, opened October consultations with 30 strategic sectors and will hold parallel forums in all 32 states to build a unified stance for the 2026 review.
- Automotive leaders at the CIIAM warned of a complex process with expected pressure to harden rules of origin and closer scrutiny of Asian components, and they plan submissions and sourcing strategies.
- Industry groups flagged uncertainty around a possible 25% U.S. tariff on heavy trucks that took effect on Oct. 1, raising concerns directly with Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard as details remain unclear.
- Ebrard briefed senators on the process, noting that 85% of Mexico–U.S. trade is tariff‑free, and set expectations for coordinated legislative involvement in upcoming public consultations.
- Negotiation architecture is in focus as U.S. officials indicate more bilateral talks, while Mexico affirms a trilateral review that will still carry substantial bilateral content.