U.S. Warning to Mexico and Canada: Rigorous Monitoring of the USMCA
In its latest statement, the United States government has reaffirmed its commitment to closely monitor compliance with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) by its trading partners. The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has made it clear that it will spare no efforts to enforce this agreement, warning that it will diligently pursue any violation of it by Mexico or Canada.
The USTR has emphasized that the USMCA has a detailed process for enforcing the commitments made by the three nations. This includes the establishment of specific working groups to monitor compliance with labor and environmental provisions of the treaty. Furthermore, it has been stressed that any potential non-compliance will be thoroughly investigated, and appropriate actions will be taken.
In the labor sphere, the United States will continue to collaborate closely with Mexico to ensure the effective implementation of labor reforms required by the treaty. This involves the establishment of tribunals and other institutions aimed at protecting union representation and collective bargaining.
Similarly, regarding cross-border trade, efforts will be made to ensure safe, efficient, and legal movement of goods across the shared border with Mexico.
With a requested budget allocation of $76 million and a team of 258 employees, the USTR has made it clear that it is committed to dedicating substantial resources to ensure strict compliance with the USMCA by Mexico and Canada.
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