Mexico's Steel Policy: A Self-Reliance Move

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Mexicos President Claudia Sheinbaum announces a new policy, mandating that all public work projects use steel produced by Mexican companies. This move comes in response to U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, which have significantly impacted Mexicos exports. Despite Mexicos efforts to negotiate a reduction in tariffs, the U.S. Trade Representative…

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Mexicos President Claudia Sheinbaum announces a new policy, mandating that all public work projects use steel produced by Mexican companies. This move comes in response to U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, which have significantly impacted Mexicos exports. Despite Mexicos efforts to negotiate a reduction in tariffs, the U.S. Trade Representative has ruled out any changes to the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement. This new policy aims to boost local production and maintain Mexicos position in

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