President Enrique Peña Nieto’s low approval ratings have reflected the perception that his government will remain weak during the remainder of his term；and presidential elections in July 2018 will dominate politics. It is estimated that its GDP growth rate was 2.2% in 2017，which is higher than the regional average level but lower than that in previous year. A lack of momentum in the economy has brought uncertainties to NAFTA’s renegotiation. Due to the complicated situation both internally and externally，the Left-wing populism has regained ground. Severe corruption and high rates of crime and violence have posed preeminent challenges. Although two large earthquakes hit Mexico in the year，it is assumed that the broader economic impact will be relatively contained. Under the pressure of the US’s protectionism，Mexico has positively diversified its foreign strategy.