Mexican president expresses confidence in avoiding tariff war with US

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum expressed confidence that a tariff war with the United States can be avoided. Her comments followed a phone call with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, but details of their discussion remain unclear. Trump previously threatened to impose 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada unless they address illegal immigration and drug trafficking. Sheinbaum stated that Mexico is preparing retaliatory tariffs if these plans proceed. Concerns persist among Mexicans about the potential impact of U.S. tariffs on key products like avocados, which are vital to the economy. Sheinbaum described her conversation with Trump as "excellent," but many remain apprehensive about the implications of his tariff proposals.