USMCA: U.S. seeks new rules of origin to curb Chinese transshipment through Mexico

USMCA rules of origin trade negotiations transshipment aluminum monitoring

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has characterized Mexico as a “pragmatic” partner during ongoing USMCA review negotiations. A primary focus of the discussions is the development of new rules of origin designed to prevent China and Vietnam from using Mexico or Canada as transshipment points to bypass tariffs and access the U.S. market with minimally transformed goods.

To bolster transparency, Mexico has implemented new monitoring systems for aluminum and steel, such as the MoCAL-MX, to track the origin of metals. Additionally, trade tensions persist regarding the potential impact of Mexican regulations on yellow corn imports, which the Wilson Center suggests could be a critical issue in upcoming negotiation rounds.

Separately, Coahuila Governor Manolo Jiménez Salinas is strengthening economic ties with Texas, working on a joint plan to attract energy sector investments and promoting regional tourism through events like the Rodeo Saltillo 2026.

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China · International Compliance Professionals Association · Jamieson Greer · Mexico · US-Mexico-Canada Agreement · USMCA · United States · Wilson Center

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[● 3 SOURCES] Coahuila and Texas are working on a joint economic plan to attract energy companies. manolojimenez.mx · elheraldodesaltillo.mx · vanguardia.com.mx
[● 8 SOURCES] The U.S. is negotiating new rules of origin to prevent China and Vietnam from using Mexico as a transshipment point. cybermexico.mx · canal44.com · www.elbuentono.com.mx · ncscampeche.com · udgtv.com · +3 more
[● 2 SOURCES] Access to yellow corn for the U.S. could be a key issue in the fourth round of USMCA negotiations. elceo.com · lucesdelsiglo.com
[● 9 SOURCES] Mexico announced a new monitoring system for aluminum to improve traceability. cybermexico.mx · canal44.com · www.elbuentono.com.mx · lajornadasanluis.com.mx · ncscampeche.com · +4 more
[● 6 SOURCES] The U.S.-China trade truce is expected to expire on November 10 without an extension. cybermexico.mx · canal44.com · www.elbuentono.com.mx · udgtv.com · www.lavozdemichoacan.com.mx · +1 more
[● 9 SOURCES] U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer described Mexico as being pragmatic during USMCA negotiations. cybermexico.mx · canal44.com · www.elbuentono.com.mx · lajornadasanluis.com.mx · ncscampeche.com · +4 more