Mexico and Canada Launch New Security Partnership

Mexico City — The governments of Mexico and Canada have agreed to a plan that includes a security dialogue to combat crime and have expressed confidence that the review of the USMCA trade agreement will yield positive results.

In a press conference, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney highlighted the strengthening of a comprehensive strategic alliance in key areas such as trade, security, the environment, and migration. “We are going to create a new security dialogue to fight transnational organized crime, human trafficking, and the trafficking of persons,” stated the Canadian leader at the National Palace.

Carney proposed that Canada and Mexico would seek to leverage the USMCA review “so that we can use this treaty more effectively.” He emphasized that both countries complement each other in their strengths and can be key to maintaining North America as “the most competitive region in the entire world.”

“Obviously, we are going to cooperate directly, as we always have. The USMCA is the strength of all three countries; that is what North America is, and it contributes to making North America the envy of the entire world,” Carney said. “We are committed to working with both partners to create opportunities to improve the agreement, and we will work in those areas. I am sure the Americans and Mexicans are having the same ideas for improvement, and we will move forward jointly.”

In turn, President Claudia Sheinbaum stated that they are convinced the trade agreement is the best outcome for all three nations. “This treaty has not only increased trade and investment opportunities but has also generated better-paying jobs, more robust supply chains, and more competitive markets. I fully agree that we are the most important economic region in the world,” she said. “The USMCA is proof that when we work together, Mexico, Canada, and the United States can create prosperity, successfully face global challenges, and position ourselves as one of the most dynamic regions in the world.”

Similarly, she mentioned that Canadian work visas will be maintained. “They are very useful for the Canadian economy, and we have agreed that they will remain, obviously within the framework of respect for Canada’s policy. And our labor ministries will continue collaborating on this action plan that we have defined,” the Mexican leader pointed out.

The Canadian Prime Minister also acknowledged Mexico’s solidarity during the recent wildfire season. “I would like to take this opportunity, on behalf of all Canadians, to thank you, Madam President, and the Mexican people for the support that Mexican firefighters provided to Canada this summer,” he mentioned.

Referring to the preparations for the 2026 World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by Mexico, Canada, and the United States, the Prime Minister thanked Sheinbaum for her gift of an artisanal soccer ball. “The World Cup will enable us to build more infrastructure, which includes much more than will last until the final whistle of the last game.” He further emphasized that the event is an economic and symbolic opportunity for the three host nations.