Biden warns against damaging ties with Canada and Mexico

President Joe Biden emphasized the importance of maintaining strong relations with Canada and Mexico, responding to Donald Trump's threat to impose tariffs on both countries. Biden called such actions "counterproductive" and stressed that current relations are in a good place. Trump recently spoke with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum about migration and drug trafficking, suggesting a 25-percent tariff on Mexico. Sheinbaum clarified that Mexico's strategy focuses on managing migration without closing borders. Mexican Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard warned that Trump's tariff plan could lead to significant job losses in the U.S. Biden also highlighted the establishment of a direct communication line with Chinese President Xi Jinping to ensure stable relations.