Mexico is pushing for a revised U.S. trade agreement that would reduce auto tariffs to 15 percent while also easing restrictions on steel and aluminum imports, according to government officials. The terms being sought appear more favorable than those Canada negotiated in a separate deal finalized last month, signaling Mexico’s aim to secure stronger economic concessions. With ongoing trade tensions shaping North American supply chains, the potential agreement could influence manufacturing and export strategies across the region. Details on how the U.S. might respond remain unclear, but the push highlights Mexico’s efforts to protect its industrial sectors amid shifting trade policies.
Mexico expects a U.S. trade deal cutting auto tariffs to 15 percent and lowering steel and aluminum levies. Officials say they're seeking better terms than Canada secured in August, though the deal ...