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Mexico and Canada Compete for Trump's Favor as the President-Elect's Tariff Threats Loom Large, Report Says


Published on 2024-12-14 08:40:38 - MSN
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  • Trump's rhetoric on tariffs has led some to view his approach as a "divide and conquer" tactic between the two nations

The article from MSN discusses how Mexico and Canada are actively seeking to gain favor with Donald Trump as he prepares to potentially return to the presidency, amidst his threats of imposing tariffs. According to the report, both countries are engaging in diplomatic efforts to ensure they are not adversely affected by Trump's trade policies. Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador has publicly praised Trump, while Canadian officials are also making efforts to maintain a positive relationship. This comes in light of Trump's previous administration's actions, like the renegotiation of NAFTA into the USMCA, and his recent comments about imposing a 10% tariff on all imports if he wins the 2024 election. The looming possibility of these tariffs has heightened the urgency for both nations to secure favorable trade relations with the U.S.

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