Canada urges renewal of US‑Mexico free‑trade pact for another 16 years

Canadian officials have publicly urged the United States and Mexico to extend their free‑trade agreement. The current North American trade deal is set to expire in 2025. Canada proposes a 16‑year renewal to provide long‑term market stability. Trade ministers highlighted the agreement’s role in supporting jobs on all three sides of the border. The request comes as negotiations in Washington face political headwinds. Business groups in Canada have welcomed the call for certainty. US and Mexican representatives have not yet confirmed their position. The next round of talks is expected later this year, shaping North American trade policy.