President Sheinbaum has also repeatedly called for stopping the illegal flow of U.S. weapons into Mexican territory.

On Monday, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said the U.S. government must take responsibility in the fight against drug trafficking in the same way Mexico has fulfilled its part.

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She emphasized that her administration has repeatedly called for stopping the illegal flow of weapons from U.S. territory into Mexico, as well as for the arrest of individuals involved in drug trafficking in the neighboring country.

Her statements came after U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened to impose new tariffs on Mexican products. As in previous instances, the Republican leader justified his threat by claiming Mexico’s efforts to curb drug trafficking were insufficient.

Sheinbaum noted that Trump has issued pressure-laden messages not only toward Mexico but also toward other countries. She also mentioned that after their meeting at the G-7 summit, it was agreed to establish a bilateral working group to address these issues.

The text reads, “Coordination, collaboration, but not subordination” — Claudia Sheinbaum. In response to the U.S. proposal to impose 30% tariffs, the president affirms that Mexico will not adjust its security strategy under pressure, but it does maintain solid agreements with the U.S.”

That meeting included key officials from the U.S. cabinets of security, trade, and energy, along with Mexican representatives from the foreign affairs and security sectors, led by Foreign Affairs Minister Marcelo Ebrard.

During the G7 summit, the Mexican delegation was formally notified of a letter regarding the imposition of tariffs. The two countries also outlined work and negotiation pathways that will continue through Aug. 1, a deadline by which both nations hope to reach agreements to avoid the tariffs.

Sheinbaum reiterated her confidence that an understanding will be reached. However, she warned that Mexico will take the necessary steps to protect its interests if an agreement is not achieved.

On security matters, she stressed that results are beginning to show and clarified that the agreements made do not, under any circumstances, include the presence of foreign troops on Mexican territory.

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Sources: La Jornada – teleSUR

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