Trade negotiations between Mexico and Israel were initiated in April 1998. After ten rounds of negotiation the parties concluded an agreement aimed at the creation of a free trade area. The Mexico-Israel free trade agreement was signed on 6 March 2002.

Documents relating to the negotiations
06 March 2002	Mexico and Israel sign a free trade agreement
Source: Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Mexico-Israel free trade agreement entered into force on 01 July 2000.

Documents relating to the entry into force
12 July 2000	Mexico-Israel Free Trade Agreement entered into force 01 July 2000
Source: Presidencia de la República de México

Article 10-01 of the agreement establishes a Free Trade Commission comprised by representatives of both Parties to oversee the implementation and operation of the agreement.

On 22 October 2007, Mexico and Israel held a high level meeting where they agreed to strengthen trade cooperation. Also, in accordance with Article 3-17 of the agreement, they reached an agreement on transhipment.

Documents relating to the implementation of the agreement
22 October 2007	Mexico and Israel agree to strengthen trade cooperation
Source: Secretaría de Economía de México

• Presidencia de la República de México
• Secretaría de Economía de México
• Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs