Overview
- The presidents discussed trade and security and both characterized the conversation as productive, with follow-up engagement expected.
- Following a Washington meeting between Mexico’s economy chief and the U.S. trade representative, both sides agreed to start formal talks on possible USMCA reforms.
- Sheinbaum said work is progressing on Washington’s complaints about non-tariff barriers but noted there is nothing concrete yet.
- U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has criticized USMCA shortcomings on surges from non-market economies such as China, and Trump recently called the pact “irrelevant” for the U.S.
- Security cooperation remains sensitive as Mexico resists foreign law-enforcement activity, and a reported FBI role in a recent arrest in Mexico has added strain.