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flag USMCA renewal talks underway with U.S. seeking tighter China restrictions, Mexico seeking stable rules, amid uncertain Trump support.

flag Tricky negotiations have begun to renew the USMCA, the 2020 trade deal between the U.S., Mexico, and Canada that governs $1.6 trillion in annual goods trade. flag The U.S. is pushing for stricter rules to block Chinese goods via Mexico, greater manufacturing incentives, and expanded access to Canada’s dairy market, while President Trump has shown little interest in renewal. flag Mexico seeks flexible rules of origin and assurances that new terms will endure despite U.S. political shifts. flag Though the pact has protected many imports from tariffs, key sectors like steel, aluminum, and tomatoes remain subject to duties. flag The outcome could reshape North America’s economic integration and global competitiveness.

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