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    “Donald Trump Suspends Mexico Tariffs for a Month Following Positive Talks with Claudia Sheinbaum”

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    Donald Trump Pauses Tariffs on Mexico for One Month Following Talks with Claudia Sheinbaum

    In a significant development, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a temporary halt on tariffs imposed on Mexican goods for a month after holding a conversation with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. The U.S. president shared the decision on social media, noting that the countries would continue their negotiations in hopes of reaching a comprehensive agreement.

    Trump’s decision came after a series of discussions regarding various issues, particularly concerning security and trade. Sheinbaum also confirmed that Mexico and the U.S. would collaborate on improving these areas, with a focus on combating illegal immigration and drug trafficking. As part of the arrangements, Mexico has agreed to deploy 10,000 members of the National Guard along its border with the U.S. to help combat drug trafficking and other security concerns.

    Earlier, on February 1, Trump had announced tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China as part of a broader strategy to address illegal immigration and the flow of drugs, particularly fentanyl, into the U.S. The tariffs included a 25% levy on goods from both Canada and Mexico, with a 10% tariff on Chinese goods. The move resulted in reciprocal tariffs from Canada and Mexico, while China pledged countermeasures of its own.

    In addition to his conversation with Sheinbaum, Trump also engaged in discussions with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau about the tariffs. The U.S. president reiterated that the tariffs were part of a broader effort to fight the “drug war” and curb the flow of illegal substances into the country. Despite the discussions, the White House acknowledged that Canada might have misinterpreted Trump’s actions as a trade war, while Mexico showed a more understanding stance toward the U.S. executive order.

    The next steps in the ongoing negotiations between the U.S. and Mexico, as well as the broader international trade dynamics, remain to be seen, with Trump emphasizing that the pause in tariffs is a positive step in working toward a “deal” that benefits both nations.

    As of now, the outcome of the talks between the two countries remains uncertain, but the temporary break from tariffs signals a shift in relations and offers an opportunity for further dialogue on critical security and trade issues.

    Sources By Agencies

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