Marcelo Ebrard

New Capabilities

As of September 2026: Promoting the plant investment

Mexican grape growers now have the world's first commercially approved RNA-based fungicide. Oifirax, developed by U.S. biotech GreenLight Biosciences, uses double-stranded RNA to silence the CYP51 gene the powdery mildew fungus needs to make ergosterol, a component of fungal cell membranes.

Updated Sep 3

Rule Changes

As of July 2026: Leading Mexico's negotiations

The trade deal covering roughly $1.8 trillion in yearly commerce between the United States, Mexico, and Canada came with a built-in deadline. That deadline is now. On July 1, 2026, the three governments formally opened the first joint review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), and they have to decide whether to keep it alive for another 16 years.

Updated Jul 1

Rule Changes

As of May 2026: Architect of tariff package covering 1,400+ goods from countries without trade agreements

Mexico's Congress approved a sweeping tariff overhaul: starting in 2026, thousands of imports from China, India, and other non-FTA Asian countries will face duties up to 50%, with most capped around 35%. The package targets autos, auto parts, steel, textiles, plastics and clothing, aiming to protect local jobs and raise billions in revenue.

Updated May 11