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The US, Canada and Mexico begin bumpy negotiations to renew North American trade pact
By Paul Wiseman, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 30, 2026
· 8 min read
Tourists from Chattanooga check into beach resorts in Cancun. Canadian auto parts feed factories in the American Midwest – and vice versa. Happy hour revelers raise glasses of Mexican tequila and mezcal at bars in Seattle.It adds up. The United States trades $1.9 trillion a year — $5 billion a da...
Key takeaway 9 trillion a year — $5 billion a day — worth of goods and services with its neighbors, Canada and Mexico.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The renewal of the USMCA has significant implications for Terrell Hills and the broader San Antonio area, where international trade plays a crucial role in the local economy. As a major hub for trade with Mexico, San Antonio's businesses and residents are likely to feel the effects of any changes to the agreement. The city's proximity to the border and its well-established trade relationships with Mexico make it an important player in the North American trade landscape. With the USMCA's renewal potentially disrupting established supply chains and impacting the cost of goods, local businesses and consumers may face uncertainty and increased costs. As negotiations unfold, Terrell Hills residents should pay close attention to how the agreement's renewal may affect the local economy, particularly in industries such as automotive manufacturing and trade-related services. The outcome of these negotiations will have a direct impact on the community's economic well-being.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 8 min
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What is this story about? Tourists from Chattanooga check into beach resorts in Cancun. Canadian auto parts feed factories in the American Midwest – and vice versa. Happy hour revelers raise glasses of Mexican tequila and mezcal at bars in Seattle.It adds up. The United States trades $1.9 trillion a year — $5 billion a da...
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