Trump Policy Influence on Trade Relations between the United States and Mexico

This thesis presents the shift in trade relations between the United States and Mexico under the administration of Donald Trump, with a particular focus on the evolution of the North American Trade Agreement (NAFTA) to the Unite States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). It examines the historical trajectory of trade policies in both countries, highlighting the strategic shifts towards protectionism in the U.S and the corresponding responses from Mexico. The case study of the automotive industry is key to understanding the practical impacts of these trade policies. These thesis demonstrates that while Trump's trade instances seemed aggressive and challenging at the same time created important adaptations in trade practices for the region. The findings of this work illustrate the complex trade relationship between the U.S and Mexico and highlights the significance of strategic adaptation, collaboration and resilence for this historic region.