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North American leaders take stage together for the first time

North American leaders take stage together for the first time

Summary

The leaders of the United States, Mexico, and Canada gathered in Washington, D.C. for the draw of the 2026 World Cup. The event marked President Donald Trump's first meeting with Mexico's Claudia Sheinbaum. Discussions around trade agreements, particularly the USMCA, and trade tensions were also a topic during their meetings.

Key Facts

  • President Donald Trump, Mexican leader Claudia Sheinbaum, and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met for the 2026 World Cup draw.
  • This was the first meeting between President Trump and Claudia Sheinbaum.
  • Trade tensions lingered in the background as discussions on the USMCA were hinted at.
  • The USMCA trade agreement is due for a mandatory review in 2026.
  • Reports suggest the agreement could be renegotiated or split into separate deals for Canada and Mexico.
  • President Trump previously signed the USMCA during his first term, calling it a significant agreement.
  • American businesses have expressed support for keeping the USMCA in place.
  • President Trump received the inaugural Fifa Peace Prize at the event.

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