Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has called for reason to prevail following the United States’ announcement of new tariffs against her country. In response, she announced retaliatory measures, while Canada revealed plans to challenge the levies at the World Trade Organization (WTO).
On Sunday, Sheinbaum struck a defiant tone, insisting she would not back down. Speaking outside Mexico City, she raised her fist in the air and warned that the trade penalties, first imposed by US President Donald Trump, would ultimately hurt American consumers by driving up prices.
She also confirmed that additional details on Mexico’s retaliatory tariffs—part of what her government calls “Plan B”—would be released on Monday. Addressing Mexicans living in the US, she extended an open invitation for them to return home.
Canada to Challenge Tariffs at WTO
Meanwhile, Canada is preparing to file a formal complaint against Trump’s tariffs at the WTO and will seek legal recourse under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (CUSMA), according to a senior Canadian official.
“The Canadian government clearly considers these tariffs a violation of US trade commitments,” the official said on Sunday, speaking on condition of anonymity. “We will pursue the legal avenues available to us through our trade agreements with the United States.”
In addition, Canada announced a list of 1,256 US goods that will face counter-tariffs totaling $20 billion, set to take effect on Tuesday. The targeted products include:
- Cosmetics
- Appliances
- Tires
- Tools
- Plastics
- Furniture
- Coffee
- Wine and spirits
- Dairy and fruits
Trump’s Tariffs Spark Global Backlash
After weeks of threats, Trump officially signed off on 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports, along with a 10% levy on Chinese imports, on Saturday. The move has escalated trade tensions across North America, with Mexico and Canada both vowing to fight back.
