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Greer pushes for interim USMCA arrangements with Mexico and Canada by year-end
The segment features US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer discussing ongoing bilateral USMCA joint review negotiations. He describes an imminent trip to Mexico City to meet President Claudia Sheinbaum and Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard, with teams already negotiating. Greer expresses optimism about reaching interim arrangements with Canada and Mexico by the end of 2026 to strengthen enforcement and commitments on issues like rules of origin. He notes that labor and environment provisions may require more time and congressional input, while tying broader renewal to Mexico addressing border security and the water treaty.
Source: The Financial Express
