The European Union and Mexico have agreed to expand their free trade agreement, just a few days before Donald Trump returns to the White House in Washington. As reported by Reuters, both parties have been trying for several years to update their 2000 trade agreement,

The European Union and Mexico took action before President-elect Donald Trump—who has threatened both regions with steep tariffs on exports—takes office.

The EU announced an agreement Friday with Mexico to strengthen their trade relations, three days before the inauguration of Donald Trump who has threatened both US partners with tariffs.