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Talks to cut US steel and aluminium tariffs to 50%

Mexico and the United States are holding talks to renew the USMCA trade agreement and reduce the 50% tariffs on steel and aluminium under Section 232. The Mexican government has submitted evidence that it buys more steel than it exports to its trading partner and expects a response before the end of the year.

By aluminio.ar · Based on reporting by 88.9 Noticias | Noticias en Vivo | Información Que Sirve

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What you need to know

  1. Efforts are underway to remove the 50% Section 232 tariffs imposed on steel and aluminium.
  2. Mexico presents evidence that it imports more steel from the United States than it exports to it.
  3. In January 2027, consultations with strategic sectors will begin for the review of the USMCA.
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