Convocation 5.0
The U.S.-Mexico Foundation, in collaboration with the Mexico Program at the Inter-American Dialogue and the Weiser Diplomacy Center at the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy at the University of Michigan, successfully convened the fifth edition of Convocation, its flagship ambassadors program, from March 19 -21, 2026.
This edition brought together former U.S., Canadian, and Mexican ambassadors, senior government officials, and leading policy experts to address the most pressing issues shaping the trilateral agenda. The program convened 11 former ambassadors, one current ambassador, three former cabinet-level officials, and a distinguished group of experts for high-level, off-the-record discussions.
Key Highlights
Regional Security and Rule of Law
Discussions focused on current security challenges, institutional cooperation, and the importance of strengthening the rule of law as a foundation for regional stability.
Migration and Labor Mobility
Participants examined migration trends and emphasized the need for coordinated approaches to advance orderly labor mobility across North America.
Trade and Supply Chains (USMCA)
The dialogue highlighted the importance of USMCA as a cornerstone of economic integration and explored opportunities to strengthen regional supply chains.
Automotive Industry
Conversations addressed the future of the automotive sector, including innovation, nearshoring, and evolving global dynamics.
China’s Global Role
Participants analyzed China’s growing influence and its implications for North American competitiveness.
Educational and Professional Exchange
The sessions underscored the importance of academic and professional exchanges as key tools for diplomacy and long-term relationship building.
Held across key venues at the University of Michigan, Convocation continues to serve as a dynamic platform for candid dialogue and strategic exchange, generating actionable recommendations to strengthen trilateral cooperation at a pivotal moment for the region.
A comprehensive report outlining key insights and policy recommendations will be released in the coming weeks.
Esteban Moctezuma
Miguel Basáñez
Carlos Alberto de Icaza
Gerónimo Gutiérrez
Dionisio Pérez-Jácome
John D. Negroponte
Kenneth Salazar
Pierre Alarie
Louise Blais
Graeme C. Clark
Sara Hradecky
Michael Kergin.
Participants
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Convocation remains a cornerstone initiative advancing a more integrated, competitive, and resilient North America by fostering high-level strategic dialogue across the region.