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EU Plans Stricter Plastic Import Controls
By MBN Staff - Fri, 01/16/2026 - 13:05
The European Union plans to tighten controls on plastic imports from 2026, citing a surge in low-cost and mislabelled materials.
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Mexico–EU Trade Deal Triggers US Concerns Over Food Products
By Eliza Galeana - Fri, 01/16/2026 - 12:52
Mexico’s concessions to the European Union under the modernized EU–Mexico trade agreement have raised US concerns.
Mexico, China, and the Freight Transportation Sector's Future
By Ernesto del Blanco - Thu, 01/15/2026 - 07:30
Mexico’s new tariffs on Chinese inputs aim to boost local automotive suppliers and strengthen USMCA nearshoring, writes Ernesto del Blanco.
Food Inflation Eases Amid Climate, Trade Pressures
By Eliza Galeana - Wed, 01/14/2026 - 16:49
National inflation closed 2025 at 3.69%, its lowest level since 2020. Meanwhile, rainfall could affect up to 40% of coffee production in Guerrero.

The Year in Agribusiness: Mexico’s Agrifood Sector in 2025
By Eliza Galeana - Tue, 01/13/2026 - 07:39
In 2025, Mexico’s agrifood sector navigated a year defined by climate stress, trade frictions, and shifting regulatory priorities.

Are Marcelo Ebrard’s Tariffs Protective or Punitive?
By Andrew Davis - Mon, 01/12/2026 - 07:00
Mexico and Marcelo Ebrard have newfound tariff leverage against China and others in 2026 to offset a difficult USMCA review. Andrew Davis explains.
Mexico Faces Section 232 Tariffs as Exports Fall 1.6% Pre-USMCA
By Teresa De Alba - Fri, 01/09/2026 - 18:58
Mexico enters the USMCA review facing US tariffs on steel and autos, while vehicle exports fell 1.63% in the first 11 months of 2025.
INDEX Keeps Investment, Bilateral Agenda Ahead of USMCA Review
By MBN Staff - Thu, 01/08/2026 - 11:41
As part of its 2025 agenda, index reiterated its commitment to attracting foreign direct investment (FDI).
Why Labour Rights Are Becoming a Pillar of Global Trade Policy
By Aura Moreno - Wed, 01/07/2026 - 16:35
The ILO’s 2025 guide reframes labour rights as a strategic pillar of global trade, supply chain governance, and sustainable growth.
Mexico’s Supply Chains: How to Compete Amid Tariffs and USMCA
By Sandra Aragonez - Tue, 01/06/2026 - 07:00
Mexico's supply chain leaders must manage USMCA and tariff risks using data governance and a customs compliance strategy/ Sandra Aragonez explains.