Mexico and U.S. Reach Security, Migration, and Trade Agreement

Mexico has reached a last-minute agreement with the Trump administration covering security, migration, and trade just hours before new U.S. tariffs were set to take effect.

The deal comes after months of pressure from Washington, which threatened tariffs of up to 25% on Mexican goods if migration and fentanyl flows were not addressed. Mexico agreed to expand security cooperation, strengthen border enforcement, and coordinate more closely on trade monitoring. For companies with operations or supply chains in Mexico, this signals a more complex environment where trade, migration, and security risks now intersect.

Key Points:
• Tariffs have been suspended but remain a threat if progress stalls.
• U.S.–Mexico cooperation will now include intelligence sharing and expanded enforcement on both sides of the border.
• Mexican exporters and U.S. importers should expect tighter inspections, compliance checks, and potential delays at ports of entry.

OGA Insight:
This agreement underscores how security policy and trade enforcement are converging. Businesses with cross-border exposure should reassess supply chain dependencies, review counterpart risk, and prepare for increased scrutiny from both governments.