In response to the recent tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, Mexico is gearing up to retaliate with its own set of tariffs and other measures, according to President Claudia Sheinbaum. 🇲🇽💼 President Sheinbaum took to X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday to announce Mexico's plans, while also addressing accusations from Washington linking her government to drug trafficking groups. She firmly dismissed these claims, labeling them as \"slander.\" 🚫👮♂️ \"We categorically reject the White House's slander that the Mexican government has alliances with criminal organizations, as well as any intention of meddling in our territory,\" Sheinbaum stated. This move comes after U.S. President Trump signed an order imposing tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China, sparking tensions among North American neighbors. 🌐⚡ Despite the tit-for-tat trade measures, President Sheinbaum emphasized that Mexico does not seek confrontation but rather aims for collaboration and dialogue with its northern neighbor. 🕊️🤝 Highlighting her administration's achievements since taking office in October, Sheinbaum highlighted the seizure of 20 million doses of the deadly synthetic opioid fentanyl and the detention of over 10,000 individuals linked to drug trafficking. 💊🚓 Meanwhile, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau echoed similar sentiments by announcing a 25% tariff on C$155 billion worth of U.S. goods in retaliation. The tariffs on C$30 billion worth of goods are set to take effect immediately, with the remaining C$125 billion to follow in 21 days. Stay tuned to amigonews.net for more updates on this evolving story! 📢🌟Mexico Strikes Back: President Sheinbaum Announces Retaliatory Tariffs Against U.S.
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Mexican president says Mexico will retaliate against U.S. tariffs
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