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中美关系缓解影响全球,墨西哥推迟对华加税,外交部持续发出警告
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-11-12 09:37

Core Points - Mexico's government has postponed the implementation of high tariffs on Chinese goods originally scheduled for November, now set for December due to rising opposition from the business community and within the ruling party [1][5][18] Group 1: Economic Impact - A significant portion of Mexico's manufacturing relies on Chinese imports, with 60% of raw materials for some automotive parts coming from China, leading to concerns that tariffs could increase production costs by 30% [3][16] - In 2024, Mexico's imports of machinery and electronic components from China reached a record $28 billion, accounting for 35% of the country's total imports in these categories [3] - The average tariff rate on Chinese goods in Mexico is currently 8.5%, but proposed new tariffs could raise rates to as high as 50%, potentially reducing imports from China by approximately 30%, equating to an annual loss of $12 billion [16][18] Group 2: Political Dynamics - Internal divisions within the ruling party regarding the tariff proposal have been highlighted, with some members arguing against sacrificing domestic business interests to appease the U.S. [5][18] - The Mexican government has received 17 formal objections from various trade associations detailing the negative impacts of the proposed tariffs, including price increases and job losses [5][16] Group 3: Trade Relations - The easing of U.S.-China trade tensions has provided Mexico with more flexibility in its trade policies, with the Mexican peso appreciating by 1.7% against the dollar in May following these developments [9][10] - Mexico's imports from the U.S. increased by 8.2% in the first half of 2025, while imports from China decreased by 2.1%, indicating a shift in trade dynamics [10] - The U.S. has pressured Mexico to impose tariffs on 54 categories of Chinese goods, with potential losses estimated at $1.8 billion annually for Mexico if these demands are met [12][16] Group 4: Industry Concerns - The automotive industry in Mexico, which relies heavily on Chinese parts, could face significant supply chain disruptions if tariffs are implemented, with over $8 billion worth of parts imported annually from China [18] - The logistics, retail, and manufacturing sectors, which employ over 2 million people in Mexico, are at risk of losing 100,000 to 150,000 jobs due to the proposed tariffs [16]