Overview

• The Economy Ministry, backed by the national business council CCE, began a month-long consultation process at its headquarters.
• Throughout October, representatives from 30 industries considered strategic to North American trade will present their priorities and proposals.
• Complementary forums will take place across all 32 states with support from state governments and Investment Promotion Committees.
• Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard described the mechanism as unprecedented for bringing in private sector, labor and state perspectives.
• CCE president Francisco Cervantes said the private sector will accompany the process to bolster competitiveness and strengthen regional supply chains.