机构：明年1月2日将迎来决定美墨加协定命运的关键窗口期

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. Trade Representative, Robert Lighthizer, indicated that the Trump administration is keeping "all options" open regarding the future of the USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement), with a critical review process set to begin in 2026 [1] Group 1 - The automatic review process for the USMCA will start next year, allowing the three countries to choose to extend, renegotiate, or withdraw from the agreement [1] - There are structural differences between Canada and Mexico, including labor conditions, import-export structures, and legal environments, making separate negotiations with each country more reasonable [1] - The three countries must express their intentions regarding the agreement by July 1 next year, while the U.S. must submit a report to Congress by January 2, 2026, outlining its intentions [1] Group 2 - Although the current agreement may continue, Lighthizer emphasized that one of the key goals is to tighten the "rules of origin" within the agreement, indicating potential significant revisions to critical terms even if the agreement is extended [1]