Front Burner Trade war: The view from Mexico
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Mar 11, 2025 Elías Camhaji, a journalist for El País based in Mexico City, offers deep insights into Mexico's trade dynamics with the U.S. He discusses the parallels and distinctions between Canada and Mexico in dealing with American tariffs. The conversation dives into how these tariffs impact Mexico's strategies against drug trafficking, especially fentanyl, and the role of the National Guard along the border. Camhaji also highlights the shift from initial panic to resilience among Mexicans as they navigate their evolving relationship with the U.S.
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Mexican Public Sentiment
- In Mexico, tariffs are a top story, causing significant public concern and anxiety.
- The pause on tariffs brought relief, but uncertainty remains about the April 2nd deadline.
Fentanyl and Tariffs
- The U.S. uses fentanyl flow as a pretext for tariffs, even though a small percentage comes from Canada.
- Mexico's President Sheinbaum has taken steps to reduce fentanyl trafficking.
Appeasement Tactics
- Mexico deployed 10,000 soldiers to the border and extradited drug lords to appease Trump.
- These actions served as 'trophies' for Trump but raise questions about sovereignty.