This panel will explore the future of trade integration in North America through three strategic pillars that are shaping the next phase of regional cooperation:

1. Trade Policy & the USMCA Framework
Panelists will assess the evolution of the USMCA, focusing on the risks of tariff volatility and the importance of preserving a stable, rules-based trade environment. With the 2026 review on the horizon, the conversation will address how policy certainty can drive economic growth and investor confidence.

2. Border Modernization & Digital Infrastructure
The discussion will turn to practical solutions for streamlining cross-border trade—from one-stop customs facilities and a potential Binational Customs Agency to ongoing efforts to map land ports and commodity flows. It will also highlight the proposed North American Digital Infrastructure Coordination Initiative (NADICI), a vision for secure, AI-driven, and interoperable digital trade systems powered by robust cybersecurity.

3. Strategic Alignment Across the Region
The panel will examine how Southern U.S. states can serve as vital trade corridors, and explore a proposal to create a North American Industrial Coordination Council (NAICC) to align industrial policy, investment strategies, and workforce development across the three countries.

Together, these pillars represent a forward-looking approach to building a more connected, competitive, and resilient North American economy.