The Secretary of Economy of Mexico traveled to Washington on Thursday, February 20, to address the issue of tariffs imposed by President Trump at the beginning of his second term in the White House. During a conference at Palacio Nacional, President Claudia Sheinbaum informed that the tariffs remain on hold until March 4. It was highlighted that the Mexican government is working in meetings with the Trump administration, especially on security and trade issues.
After a meeting with the U.S. Secretary of Commerce, Mexico's Economy Secretary, Marcelo Ebrard, met with various officials such as Jamieson Greer and Kevin Hassett to discuss the tariffs. Trump had announced tariffs of 25% on steel and aluminum for all imports, with a rate of 50% for Mexico and Canada.
The pause in the tariffs imposed by Trump on Mexico was nearing its end, so Secretary of Economy Marcelo Ebrard met with Howard Lutnick, Secretary of Commerce, to address the matter. These tariffs on steel and aluminum are expected to come into effect on March 12.
Ebrard mentioned that he is coordinating with the U.S. Department of State and the Mexican Foreign Affairs Secretariat to address security issues at the border and other bilateral agreements during remote meetings.
After the meeting with the U.S. Secretary of Commerce, Ebrard stated that there was a "constructive dialogue" and an agreement was reached to continue the conversations. He highlighted that economic integration between both countries is significant, so it is important to work together to avoid potential tariffs or duties.
Ebrard shared through his social media a photo walking through Washington with a Mexican delegation that included other key members, such as the ambassador of Mexico to the United States. In local interviews, Ebrard expressed his satisfaction with the good dialogue maintained with Trump's economic advisors, describing the meeting as successful.
