# USMCA
Latest news and articles about USMCA
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The Great Northern Rift: Canada Sidelined in USMCA Talks as Ottawa Reassesses the Alliance
Tensions between the U.S. and Canada have reached a boiling point as Washington excludes Ottawa from upcoming USMCA trade talks. Simultaneously, Canada is pivoting away from U.S. defense reliance by choosing Swedish aircraft over American alternatives, signaling a major shift in continental relations.
North American Fracture: Canada Sidelined as US-Mexico Trade Ties Tighten
The United States and Mexico have initiated bilateral talks to revise the USMCA, notably excluding Canada from the process. In response to trade hostilities, Canada is pivoting away from U.S. defense contractors, choosing Swedish aerospace solutions and threatening to scale back its F-35 commitments.
BYD and Geely Target Mexican Assembly Plant as China Accelerates a North American Push
BYD and Geely have been named among finalists to buy a Nissan–Mercedes‑Benz plant in Guanajuato, Mexico, a strategic asset that would provide tariff‑free access to the U.S. and Canada under USMCA. The potential deal reflects a broader shift: China’s auto exports surged in 2025, and Mexico became the largest destination for Chinese vehicles, as manufacturers pursue local production to deepen their foothold in the Americas.
Trump’s 100% Tariff Threat Puts Canada Between Washington and Beijing
A tentative Canada–China trade deal to cut tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles in exchange for restored canola access has prompted President Trump to threaten a 100% U.S. tariff on all Canadian imports. The standoff exposes Canada’s vulnerability to U.S. leverage, China’s growing ambition in the EV market, and the broader strategic contest over trade in North America.