The Trump administration allegedly asked Mexico to implement tariffs on Chinese imports as a measure to avoid tariffs on Mexican products starting March 4. Various economic sectors and the Mexican population would be affected by this measure, as Mexico imports a wide range of essential products from China, including electronics, automobiles, motorcycles, tires, textiles, garments, footwear, and food products such as fish and shellfish.
The imposition of tariffs on these products would raise their prices, directly impacting Mexican consumers. This could reduce the competitiveness of Mexican companies internationally and result in possible job losses in key industries. In a meeting in Washington, U.S. officials conveyed this message to the Mexican delegation, although no specific commitments regarding China were mentioned.
Both countries agreed to establish a bilateral working group to continue exploring trade and tariff issues. Mexico is considering the possibility of imposing tariffs on imported products from China in response to the pressure exerted by Donald Trump. The implementation of such tariffs could impact consumers’ wallets, as companies might reflect the increased costs in final prices.
Additionally, sectors such as automotive and electronics, which depend on Chinese supplies, could face challenges in their supply chains. Trump has expressed his dissatisfaction with Mexico regarding trade policies and fentanyl trafficking.
