Mexico’s aerospace sector is growing. Will it be undercut in USMCA review?
Mexico's aerospace industry, which has experienced significant growth due to the USMCA trade agreement, faces uncertainty as the agreement undergoes review. President Sheinbaum has highlighted the sector's potential for continued expansion, driven by a strong workforce and increasing exports.
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Open questions and key claims
Sheinbaum said they agreed to continue working together on trade issues with our teams.
Trump told reporters the US will either let USMCA expire, or work out another deal with Mexico and Canada.
President Claudia Sheinbaum said the tariffs are needed to boost domestic production.
The Mexican aerospace market is valued at $11.2bn.
Mexico is striving to become one of the top 10 countries in aerospace production value.
China sold $130 billion in goods to Mexico last year.
Recent tariffs on materials like steel and aluminium have eroded trust in the US as a reliable partner.
Mexico authorized up to 50 percent tariffs on Chinese imports.
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