Trump says trade agreement with Mexico, Canada ‘irrelevant’ to US
But car makers have urged an extension to the USMCA, saying it is crucial to US auto production.
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But car makers have urged an extension to the USMCA, saying it is crucial to US auto production.
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Fighting broke out between lawmakers in Mexico City over the closure of the city’s transparency institute on Monday.
A North America trade deal helped Mexico get into aeroplane manufacturing. Now that is under threat with Trump.
Supporter groups say soaring prices threaten to turn 2026 tournament into ‘Corporate Games’.
Leaders on both sides of the border have faced pressure from farmers and ranchers to secure more water for their farms.
At least six people also injured in explosion at a central avenue in Coahuayana.
Dates, start times and venues for all 104 matches at the 48-team tournament in Canada, Mexico and the United States.
Mexico will open the World Cup against South Africa, while holders Argentina will face Algeria in their first game.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 draw takes place Friday in Washington, DC, where the trophy has been on display.
Al Jazeera looks at how years of punitive measures cost billions, filled prisons and did little to curb violence.
Joaquin Guzman Lopez pleads guilty to drug trafficking and to kidnapping an individual believed to be ‘El Mayo’ Zambada.