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May 18, 2026
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No ‘down payment’ on USMCA. Here’s what to offer instead
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No 'down payment' on USMCA. Here's what to offer instead
The United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA) is a complex and multifaceted deal that requires careful negotiation to ensure all three countries benefit. One of the key issues in recent discussions has been the concept of a "down payment," where one or more parties are asked to make an initial financial contribution as part of the agreement. However, such a demand can be problematic for several reasons.
Firstly, it is important to recognize that each country has its own economic and political priorities. A "down payment" could disp…
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