Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced the implementation of retaliatory tariffs in response to the U.S. government’s decision to impose 25% tariffs on all goods imported from Mexico. The move marks a significant escalation in trade tensions between the two neighboring countries.
In a lengthy post on X, Sheinbaum emphasized that her administration preferred dialogue over confrontation with its top trading partner. However, she stated that Mexico had no choice but to respond in kind to defend its economic interests.
“I’ve instructed my economy minister to implement the Plan B we’ve been working on, which includes tariff and non-tariff measures in defense of Mexico’s interests,” Sheinbaum wrote, without specifying which U.S. goods would be targeted by the retaliatory measures.
The announcement has sparked concerns among businesses and economists, who fear that the ongoing trade dispute could have significant economic consequences for both nations. While Mexico and the U.S. share a deeply integrated supply chain, the new tariffs threaten to disrupt key industries, including automotive, agriculture, and manufacturing.
Sheinbaum’s move is expected to put pressure on U.S. policymakers to reconsider the aggressive tariff strategy, as businesses on both sides of the border brace for potential economic fallout. Further details on Mexico’s countermeasures are anticipated in the coming days.
