Mexico and Canada have announced retaliatory tariffs against the United States following new trade measures imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump on imports from both countries and China.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum declared on Saturday that Mexico will implement its own tariffs and other measures in response to the U.S. tariffs. Sheinbaum emphasized her government's desire for collaboration and dialogue rather than confrontation with its northern neighbor.
In a lengthy post on X, Sheinbaum wrote, \"We categorically reject the White House's slander that the Mexican government has alliances with criminal organizations, as well as any intention of meddling in our territory.\"
Sheinbaum also dismissed accusations from Washington that her government is allied with drug trafficking groups, calling the claims \"slander.\" She highlighted her administration's efforts since taking office in October, including seizing 20 million doses of the deadly synthetic opioid fentanyl and detaining over 100,000 individuals linked to drug trafficking.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Saturday that Canada would impose 25 percent tariffs on C$155 billion (US$106.5 billion) worth of U.S. goods in retaliation to U.S. tariffs. Trudeau stated that C$30 billion worth of goods will be affected starting Tuesday, with the remaining C$125 billion to be implemented in 21 days.
The retaliatory measures from Mexico and Canada signal escalating trade tensions between the United States and its neighbors. The new tariffs could have significant implications for trade relations and economic cooperation in the region.
(With input from agencies)
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