#TrumpTariffs

25% Tariffs on Mexico – Update as of May 14, 2025

President Donald Trump has imposed 25% tariffs on all imports from Mexico, a measure that affects approximately 80% of Mexican exports to the United States. This action, justified by the U.S. administration as an effort to curb drug trafficking and illegal immigration, has generated significant tensions between both countries.

The President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, has responded by rejecting the unilateral imposition of these tariffs and has announced the implementation of tariff and non-tariff measures to defend national interests. Additionally, Mexico has proposed new rules of origin in the early review of the Treaty between Mexico, the United States, and Canada (USMCA), aiming to curb the advance of Chinese imports in North America.

Experts warn that these tariffs could have significant economic consequences for both countries. For Mexico, a possible recession is anticipated due to the decline in exports and foreign direct investment. For the United States, consumers are estimated to face an increase in prices of imported goods, especially in sectors such as automotive, where costs could rise by up to $3,000 per vehicle.

In this context, negotiations between Mexico and the United States continue, with the goal of reducing trade tensions and finding solutions that benefit both nations. The situation remains dynamic, and the coming weeks are expected to be crucial in determining the course of trade relations in North America.