![U.S. President Joe Biden and President of Mexico Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador at the '2023 North American Leaders' Summit on January 2023 in Mexico City. The American Counterweight in Mexico: Washington needs a viable policy that balances a stricter line to protect critical U.S. interests at a vulnerable moment.](https://www.americasquarterly.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/GettyImages-1455358628-300x200.jpg)
The U.S. Counterweight in Mexico
Washington needs a viable policy that balances a stricter line to protect critical U.S. interests at a vulnerable moment.
![A MExican flag is seen atop Dos Bocas refinery in Tabasco, one of President's Lopez Obrador campaign promises.](https://www.americasquarterly.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/GettyImages-1241654606-300x200.jpeg)
Mexico Is Killing Its Golden Goose
The president’s vision for the country is erasing years of institution-building efforts—and endangering its economic and political stability, says the chairman of Mexico Evalúa.
![The leaders of Mexico, Canada and the U.S. met at the North American Leaders' Summit in Mexico City, but left USMCA disputes on the back seat.](https://www.americasquarterly.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/GettyImages-1246142285-300x200.jpg)
USMCA Disputes Left on Back Seat at ‘Three Amigos’ Summit
Amid dramatic global headlines, the three leaders struggle to make good on common goals.
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Mexico: When Trade and Energy Policy Collide
AMLO’s push to protect Pemex and CFE is hurting the companies themselves.
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AQ Podcast: AMLO on the Defensive
The Mexican president’s top priorities face pressure at home and abroad, says former Ambassador Arturo Sarukhan.
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La reforma energética de México: 3 riesgos para los inversores
La propuesta del gobierno podría socavar la competitividad, y violar acuerdos comerciales.
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Mexico’s Energy Reform: 3 Risks to Investors
How the government’s proposal could undermine competitiveness – and violate trade agreements.
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What the US Gets Wrong About the Caribbean and Central America
The United States should see the region as a key to its economic recovery – not a barrier.
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The Economic Opportunity Mexico Can’t Afford to Miss
Mexico stands to capitalize on the nearshoring trend, but it will need to cooperate better with the private sector.
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Why NAFTA Is Critical for Mexico
The not-yet-ratified USMCA has already impacted Mexican institutions, beyond the economy.