The President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, met for the third consecutive day with members of her cabinet at the National Palace to discuss the tariffs imposed by the government of the United States. In this context, the president rejected the tariffs, pointing out that they would affect both Mexico and American citizens.
Sheinbaum proposed to open a joint working group to collaboratively resolve the issues, emphasizing that tariffs are not a solution to the differences. Despite the tensions, she reiterated her willingness to work with the U.S. government to face common challenges without resorting to unilateral measures harmful to both nations.
In a video published on social media, the president responded to accusations of alleged alliances with organized crime, calling them unfounded. She also instructed the Secretary of Economy, Marcelo Ebrard, to implement a plan B that includes tariff and non-tariff measures to defend the interests of Mexico.
Sheinbaum highlighted the importance of mutual respect between nations and individuals, quoting Juárez: "Nothing by force; everything by reason and right." She stressed the need to combat the sale of high-powered weapons to criminal groups from American arms dealers as a way to strengthen security in the region.
The president mentioned the interception of more than 40 tons of drugs in four months, including 20 million doses of fentanyl, and the detention of more than ten thousand individuals linked to criminal activities. In this regard, Sheinbaum called for collaboration and dialogue as means to combat organized crime and avoid the imposition of harmful tariffs on both nations.
In a message to the people of Mexico, Sheinbaum emphasized the importance of cooperation with the United States on security matters, based on respect for sovereignty and mutual coordination to address common challenges.
