Mexico considers imposing tariffs in response to Trump's import duties threat

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum indicated that Mexico may impose its own tariffs in response to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's threat of a 25% import duty on Mexican goods. She emphasized the need for dialogue but stated that drug issues are primarily a U.S. problem. Sheinbaum noted that Mexico has made efforts to reduce migrant flows and criticized U.S. arms smuggling contributing to drug violence. She highlighted the potential economic impact of tariffs on U.S. automakers and called for negotiations as equals. Trump's recent threats to impose tariffs come as he seeks to address illegal immigration and drug trafficking. The situation marks a shift from the previous administration's cooperative approach, as Sheinbaum adopts a more confrontational stance.