Hosted by Brookings Institution and Instituto Mexicano para la Competitividad (IMCO)

This panel will examine the challenges and opportunities within the USMCA, with a particular focus on the crucial 2026 Sunset Clause. This clause requires a joint review by the U.S., Mexico, and Canada to decide whether to extend the agreement, creating uncertainty among stakeholders. Panelists will discuss key success metrics for the USMCA, including trade volume, job creation, and economic growth, and explore how these factors will influence the agreement's future. The discussion will also address risks such as geopolitical tensions with China, security threats like fentanyl trafficking, and political issues shaped by upcoming elections in the member countries.