USMCA
Truckers and farmers call for national mega-blockade on November 24
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Truckers' and farmers' organizations in Mexico will launch a mega-blockade on Monday, November 24, to protest highway insecurity, extortions, and lack of agricultural support. Blockades will affect key highways in Mexico City, State of Mexico, and other states, with closures starting at 6:00 a.m. The United States has also demanded action on thefts impacting the USMCA.
Mexico's merchandise exports to the United States hit a record high of $44.5 billion in November 2025, solidifying the country as the top trading partner of the world's largest economy.
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In July 2026, Mexico, the United States, and Canada will begin the review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), a pivotal process that could extend the deal for another 16 years or lead to prolonged negotiations. This evaluation occurs amid political tensions, with voices from Washington suggesting the U.S. could thrive without the treaty, and aligns with challenges in Mexico's automotive industry, which is seeing export declines and the influx of Chinese vehicles. Business leaders and experts stress the need for regional integration to sustain competitiveness.