Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard Casaubón maintained that they will act with "cold blood and firmness to achieve the best position for Mexico compared to other countries" in the negotiations with the United States to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum.
During the federal government's morning press conference, Marcelo Ebrard added that on March 14, they will begin consultations with related industries (steel, aluminum, automotive) so that we can take other measures later and thus defend our companies.
He noted that "we already know we're moving toward something different, but no one knows the details." We will hold consultations and use all the tools we have to determine what is best for Mexico.
"Without President Sheinbaum's intervention with President Trump, all Mexican exports would be paying 25 percent tariffs."
The Economy Secretary commented that the integration of the Mexican and North American economies is very high, hence our exceptional circumstances. Therefore, in this negotiation, our objective is to protect our companies and jobs.