U.S.-Mexico Airline Tensions: A Pre-USMCA Showdown
Tensions rise as the U.S. Department of Transportation threatens actions against Mexico over aviation changes. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum sees no justification for sanctions, while the U.S. posits airport decisions as leverage ahead of the USMCA review. Dialogue is urged amid concerns over aviation competitiveness.
The Mexican airline industry is at a crossroads as accusations fly between the U.S. and Mexico. On Monday, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum stated her government has yet to receive formal notification about potential U.S. measures against the nation's airline sector, questioning any justification for such moves.
This follows warnings by the U.S. Department of Transportation that action may be taken in response to Mexico's reduction of flight slots and cargo rerouting in Mexico City, affecting American airlines. The U.S. Transportation Secretary indicated reshaping air cooperation, including limiting requests from Mexican airlines, should concerns remain unresolved.
Industry experts and trade bodies are calling for bilateral talks, with speculation that these tensions are a strategic play by the U.S. to solidify a bargaining position before the upcoming USMCA review. This scenario mirrors past U.S. tactics involving trade and immigration negotiations.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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