Mexico’s Sheinbaum, Canada’s Carney Discuss USMCA, Worker Program Cooperation

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum held a phone call with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to reaffirm economic cooperation and labor ties between the two North American nations, according to an official post shared Thursday by the Mexican government.

During the conversation, both leaders emphasized the importance of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) in driving regional economic competitiveness. The trade pact, which replaced NAFTA in 2020, remains central to boosting cross-border commerce and reinforcing supply chain resilience across North America.

Sheinbaum and Carney also addressed the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program, underscoring its significance for both countries. The program allows thousands of Mexican laborers to work temporarily on Canadian farms, providing vital agricultural labor and supporting economic opportunity for migrant workers.

The call comes amid ongoing regional efforts to strengthen economic ties, ensure fair labor mobility, and protect trade-driven growth. Mexico and Canada, both key U.S. trade partners, have continued to support the USMCA framework as a tool for long-term stability and cooperation, particularly in industries like agriculture, manufacturing, and energy.

As Sheinbaum takes a more prominent international role, her outreach to Carney signals an intent to maintain strong bilateral relations and advocate for mutually beneficial policies. With labor migration and trade competitiveness high on the regional agenda, the conversation marks an important step in aligning Mexico and Canada’s economic priorities in 2025 and beyond.