Mexico considers retaliatory tariffs in response to Trump's trade threats

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum indicated that Mexico may impose its own tariffs in response to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's threat of 25% tariffs on Mexican goods. She emphasized the need for dialogue but highlighted that drug issues are primarily a U.S. concern. Sheinbaum noted that Mexico has made efforts to reduce migrant flows and combat drug trafficking, asserting that these are problems rooted in U.S. society. She criticized U.S. military spending, suggesting funds should be redirected to address migration causes. This response marks a shift from the previous administration's cooperative approach. Unlike former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, Sheinbaum appears less inclined to accommodate Trump, raising concerns about potential economic impacts from tariff escalations.