Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is confronting escalating trade tensions with the United States, marked by new tariffs and disputes over longstanding agreements. Despite these challenges, Sheinbaum maintains a commitment to diplomatic engagement.
A significant point of contention is the 1944 water treaty, which obligates Mexico to deliver 1.75 million acre-feet of water to the U.S. every five years. Due to severe drought conditions, Mexico has fulfilled only about 30% of this commitment, prompting threats of additional tariffs from President Trump. Sheinbaum is actively negotiating with northern Mexican states to determine feasible water deliveries without compromising domestic needs.
In the agricultural sector, the U.S. has imposed a 20.9% tariff on Mexican tomatoes, citing concerns over pricing practices. This move disrupts a long-standing agreement and has significant implications for Mexican exporters.
Amid these developments, Sheinbaum has expressed a preference to avoid retaliatory tariffs, emphasizing continued dialogue. Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard is leading discussions with U.S. officials to seek resolutions that uphold Mexico’s interests while maintaining bilateral cooperation.
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