Mexican president clarifies call with Trump did not cover tariffs

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum stated she did not discuss tariffs during a call with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. The conversation focused on issues like illegal migration and fentanyl trafficking, with plans for future discussions on U.S. gun flows to Mexico. Trump claimed Sheinbaum agreed to stop migration through Mexico, but she clarified that her strategy aims to address migration before it reaches the U.S. border. She emphasized Mexico's goal of fostering cooperation rather than closing borders. Following the call, the Mexican peso strengthened against the dollar. Mexico's Economy Minister expressed skepticism about the likelihood of Trump’s proposed tariffs, citing potential costs for both countries.