The recent announcement by the United States government about the possible designation of Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations has generated concern in Mexico. According to a U.S. official, these criminal groups control extensive areas of Mexican territory and have been responsible for the manufacturing and transportation of dangerous drugs, resulting in the deaths of numerous American citizens.
In a statement, Donald Trump expressed his intention to use the full power of law enforcement to confront the cartels and eliminate their presence on U.S. soil. In response to these claims, the Mexican president replied with a sarcastic tone, stating that Mexico is governed by the people and not figures from the past.
However, tensions escalated when the White House threatened to impose a 25% tariff on Mexican exports as part of the fight against drug trafficking. Despite a temporary pause on this measure, President Sheinbaum has maintained her defensive stance against accusations of collaboration with the cartels.
The denunciation by the United States has highlighted the serious situation that Mexico faces regarding drug trafficking and the need to take action to combat this issue. The review of the results obtained in this fight will be crucial for the future of the relationship between both countries and how this common challenge is addressed.
