Group 1 - The Mexican government plans to include new tariffs on Chinese imports in its 2026 budget proposal, contradicting previous statements about not restricting Chinese imports [2][4] - Mexico is the second-largest trading partner of China in Latin America, and the recent shift in policy indicates pressure from the U.S. [2][4] - The U.S. has been applying significant pressure on Mexico, threatening tariffs on Mexican goods unless Mexico complies with U.S. demands to impose tariffs on Chinese products [4][6] Group 2 - Mexico's automotive industry heavily relies on Chinese components, with 35% of parts for vehicles exported to the U.S. sourced from China, leading to potential cost increases if tariffs are imposed [6][11] - The proposed tariffs could result in a 12% increase in costs for the automotive sector, affecting profitability and potentially leading to job losses [6][11] - If the tariffs are enacted, exports from China to Mexico in categories like automobiles and home appliances could decline by 15%-20% by 2026, further straining the Mexican economy [11] Group 3 - Mexico's decision to align with U.S. trade policies may damage its credibility in Latin America, especially as other countries like Brazil and Argentina continue to cooperate with China [9][13] - The potential for job losses in Mexico could range from 50,000 to 80,000 positions, exacerbating an already tight employment market [11][13] - The article suggests that Mexico could benefit more from deepening cooperation with China rather than engaging in a trade war, highlighting the importance of maintaining stable supply chains [13][15]
墨西哥推翻对华承诺,计划在下个月跟美国一起,对中国加征关税
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-09-01 03:19