The return of Donald Trump as president of the United States puts Mexico in a complicated situation. Trump has made it clear that he will continue with his agenda, which generates uncertainty not only for large companies but also for millions of Mexican workers who depend on trade with the U.S. As Trump moves forward with his policies, the Mexican government seems more concerned about internal reforms than about developing a plan to address these threats.
The measures announced by Trump represent significant challenges for Mexico, making the lack of a clear strategy from the Mexican government worrisome. Trump has mentioned the imposition of tariffs, the militarization of the border, and the reinstatement of restrictive immigration policies, which could trigger an unprecedented humanitarian and migration crisis for Mexico.
In economic terms, the tariffs proposed by Trump and trade restrictions could negatively affect the Mexican private sector, which has a strong dependence on trade with the U.S. It is crucial for the Mexican government to demonstrate the capacity to address issues such as organized crime, insecurity, drug trafficking, and migration, which are of great concern to Americans.
Trump's return to power means that Mexico must make important decisions on security, immigration, the economy, and sovereignty. The decisions made by the Mexican government in the coming months will be crucial for the direction of the country. The classification of cartels as terrorist groups and other unilateral measures taken by Trump directly affect Mexico and its population.
President Claudia Sheinbaum has the responsibility to lead with determination during this critical moment. It is necessary for the Mexican government to act quickly and effectively against the external and internal threats the country faces. Given the possibility of the reinstatement of measures affecting Mexicans both in the United States and on national territory, Mexico must be prepared to defend its interests and its sovereignty.
