North American trade pact
Coverage of North American trade pact in the Nexus archive.
- US imposes new 50pc tariffs on $20bn worth of Canadian products
The US imposed 50% tariffs on $20 billion of Canadian imports, citing discriminatory practices against American goods. The tariffs, effective in 30 days, target products like wine, cement, and hockey gear under Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930. Canada's government criticized the move, offering proposals to resolve disputes and accusing Trump of violating trade agreements.
- What America’s 250th Birthday Looks Like From Latin America
The United States celebrated its 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, but surveys showed national pride at a 25-year low with widespread doubts about the country's direction. The US also declined to renew its North American trade pact, causing regional partners to feel unsettled.
- US won’t renew North American trade pact as Greer targets Canada’s China ties
The United States confirmed it will not renew the USMCA, with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer citing Canada's pursuit of Chinese investment as the reason. The USMCA will not be renewed in its current form.
- US, Canada, Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew North American trade pact
The US, Canada, and Mexico have begun negotiations to renew the North American trade pact negotiated by President Donald Trump, a process expected to take months or longer. The pact, which Trump negotiated and boasted about, is now up for renewal.
- US, Canada, Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew North American trade pact
The North American trade pact negotiated by President Donald Trump is set for renewal, with the process expected to take months. The United States, Canada, and Mexico have begun negotiations to renew the agreement.