The US decision not to support the extension of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement beyond 2036 is aimed at strengthening Washington's leverage in future trade talks rather than signaling an end to the pact, experts say.

The US declined to renew the USMCA trade deal with Canada and Mexico, triggering annual reviews for the $1.6 trillion pact that expires in 2036.

The US decision not to support the extension of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement beyond 2036 is aimed at strengthening Washington's leverage in future trade talks rather…