Videgaray Says Mexico-U.S. Relations Go Beyond Trade

The transcript discusses the potential for a new free trade deal between Mexico, the United States, and Canada by the end of 2017. It outlines the expected timeline for negotiations, emphasizing the importance of a win-win outcome. The impact of upcoming elections in Mexico on the negotiations is considered, highlighting the political significance of US-Mexico relations. Mexico's objectives for the negotiations include maintaining free trade, protecting investments, and addressing new sectors like electronic commerce and energy.

What is the expected timeline for the start of formal trade negotiations between Mexico, the US, and Canada?

• In the summer of 2017

• In the spring of 2018

• By the end of 2017

• By the end of 2018

How might the upcoming presidential election in Mexico affect the trade negotiations?

• It will lead to the cancellation of the negotiations.

• It will speed up the negotiation process.

• It could turn the election into a referendum on Mexico's relationship with the US.

• It will have no impact on the negotiations.

What is one of the key objectives for Mexico in the trade negotiations?

• To focus solely on agricultural trade

• To exclude Canada from the agreement

• To maintain the free trade agreement

• To increase tariffs on US goods

Which modern sector is Mexico interested in including in the trade agreement?

• Automobile manufacturing

• Textile industry

• Electronic commerce

• Tourism

What is a significant concern for Mexico regarding its citizens in the US?

• Protection of Mexicans in the US

• Encouraging Mexicans to return to Mexico

• Reducing trade with the US

• Increasing migration to the US