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WITA’s USMCA Review SEries

About the Review Series

This series features both online and in-person events, including part of our Trade on the Hill Series, and part of our Embassy and Ministry Network events.

The USMCA Agreement

Building off the North American Free Trade Agreement, the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) has redefined trade across North America, creating new opportunities for businesses, workers, and consumers. But as we approach the first formal review, the agreement faces new challenges and opportunities for refinement.
Where Does WITA Add Value?

What has changed since the USMCA took effect? What should a review process look like? What should be in the updated 21st Century Agreement? Who wins? Who loses? What will be its fate in the US Congress? The series creates discussions that shape the future of trade, investment, and economic cooperation across the region as the three countries begin the formal process of reviewing the agreement.
How Did this Series Begin?

The Series kicked off with a panel discussion at the 2025 Washington International Trade Conference, featuring key leaders who helped negotiate the USMCA for the three countries.

USMCA REVIEW SERIES

A Look Back at the USMCA Trade Conversation

WITA’s USMCA Review Series brought together policymakers, industry leaders, and trade professionals to examine North American trade under the agreement.

Watch Past USMCA Events

What topics does the series cover?

The USMCA Review Series explores critical themes and sector-specific challenges to provide insights and drive decision-making for policymakers and stakeholders.

Broad-Based Themes

Unresolved Disputes Under USMCA: Autos, Corn, Energy, and Dairy – Paths to Resolution Before 2026

Understanding the USMCA Review Process: Timeline, Key Milestones, and What to Expect

Supply Chains and Trade Facilitation: Friendshoring and Resilient Supply Chains Across North America

North American Responses to China: North America’s Strategic Trade Alignment

De Minimis Provisions and Tariffs

Regulatory Alignment Across Borders: Streamlining Standards Under USMCA

USMCA in 2026 and Beyond: Adapting to a Changing Trade Landscape

National Security and Trade Policy in North America

Sector-Specific Topics

Agriculture: Sustainable Agriculture and Trade Disputes Under USMCA

Digital Trade: E-Commerce, Privacy, and AI: Digital Trade in North America

Energy: Balancing Sovereignty and Collaboration in North American Energy

Automobiles: Navigating Rules of Origin and Labor Standards in Auto Manufacturing

Investment: ISDS and Investment Protections

Environment: Commitments and Climate Action in the USMCA

Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare: Standards and Innovation

Textiles and Apparel: Enhancing Trade and Competitiveness in North America

Labor Standards Across North America: Enhancing Labor Rights and Workforce Development Under USMCA

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