Overview

• Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard told senators the pact will “survive” and said he is traveling to Washington this week to negotiate under the 90‑day tariff reprieve, with autos a priority.
• He argued the main application problems arise from U.S. decisions, citing Section 232 measures and incomplete compliance with the automotive rules‑of‑origin panel ruling.
• President Claudia Sheinbaum said negotiations are advanced with only seven of more than 50 U.S.-listed barriers still open, while Mexico seeks consideration on tariffs for heavy vehicles similar to light-duty treatment.
• Mexico is conducting coordinated consultations with the United States and Canada to resolve disputes before the 2026 review and is building a unified national stance via forums with 30 sectors and state governments.
• Officials expect the agreement to remain trilateral given deep regional integration and U.S. legal and electoral constraints, as the Labor Ministry engages unions and proposes a Plural Labor Council for the review.