Ottawa says it is seeking clarity after the Trump administration chooses to require annual reviews of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) rather than renewing it in its current form until 2042. Canadian officials say the change creates uncertainty about how the review process will work and what it means for the agreement’s future. Communications from the government indicate that Canada does not yet have sufficient predictability about the next steps in negotiations under the new review schedule. The comments come days after the U.S. decision, which shifts the framework for discussions involving the three countries. Canadian representatives are seeking information on how the annual reviews will be conducted, including timelines and expectations, and how they may affect ongoing trade and regulatory cooperation covered by CUSMA. The Canadian government’s position, as described across outlets, is that while the decision has been made in the U.S., key details remain unclear for Canada and its partners, prompting a push for further explanation on the implications for future trade talks.