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President Sheinbaum has firmly rejected any possibility of US military intervention in Mexico's fight against drug cartels. She emphasized that Mexico remains a sovereign nation that will protect its autonomy against foreign interference. The president also connected recent US migration policies to a significant drop in remittances sent home by Mexican workers. Her government is now assessing measures to support families who rely on these crucial financial transfers from abroad.

Key Points: Sheinbaum Rejects US Military Intervention in Mexico Drug War

  • Sheinbaum asserts Mexico's sovereignty against foreign military intervention
  • Responds to DEA chief's comments supporting US attacks on cartels
  • Links US migration policies to 16% drop in July remittances
  • Mexican government plans to reimburse new US remittance tax
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Mexican President once again rejects US military intervention in drug war

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum firmly rejects US military intervention against drug cartels, asserting Mexico's sovereignty while addressing declining remittances from US policies.

"That will not happen. Mexico has great strength -- from our people and from what we represent as a government of the people. - Claudia Sheinbaum"

Mexico City, Aug 23

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum has once again rejected any US military intervention in cracking down on the country's drug cartels, reiterating Mexico's sovereignty.

Mexico "is free, independent, and sovereign" and will not allow any foreign government to violate its autonomy, she told a daily news conference in Mexico City on Friday.

Her comments came in response to remarks made by US Drug Enforcement Administration chief Terry Cole when speaking to Fox News that his agency would back a US presidential decision to attack Mexican drug cartels.

"That will not happen," Sheinbaum said. "Mexico has great strength -- from our people and from what we represent as a government of the people. Any attempt will be met with national unity."

Sheinbaum has repeatedly rejected a US military intervention in the country's drug war, a prospect threatened by US President Donald Trump, reports Xinhua news agency.

Earlier this month, US media reports said that Trump signed a secret order authorising military actions against drug cartels designated as terrorist organisations in Latin America.

Additionally, Sheinbaum also stated that US migration policies were responsible for a decrease in July remittances sent home by Mexicans living in the United States.

Sheinbaum said remittances dropped 16 per cent from June to July and are down by about 5 per cent so far in 2025, back to 2022 levels.

"Remittances increased substantially in 2023 and even more in 2024. Now we are at levels similar to 2022," she said.

"What explains this? Above all, the policies the United States has imposed on our migrant brothers and sisters," she added.

Sheinbaum said her government, along with Mexico's central bank, is assessing the impact of the decline in remittances and considering measures to protect Mexican families reliant on the funds.

Sheinbaum stressed that the situation does not pose a risk to Mexico's overall economy.

The US is expected to impose a 1 per cent tax on outbound remittances starting in 2026. The Mexican government has announced a special program to reimburse the tax on cash transfers from migrants.

Mexico received 62.5 billion US dollars in remittances in 2024 from about 8 million Mexicans living in the US, official data showed.

Experts warn that higher costs could push undocumented migrants to turn to informal channels to send money, potentially boosting the irregular market.

- IANS

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Priya S
The remittance tax is really concerning. So many Mexican families depend on that money, just like many Indian families depend on NRIs sending money home. These policies affect real people's livelihoods.
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Michael C
While I support Mexico's sovereignty, the drug cartel problem affects both countries. Maybe they need to find a middle ground - cooperation without military intervention. The violence is spilling over borders.
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Ananya R
$62.5 billion in remittances! That's huge money for their economy. Remittances are so important for developing countries - we should have more global agreements to protect these financial flows for migrant workers.
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Suresh O
Trump's secret military orders are worrying. This is exactly why countries need strong leaders who can stand up to foreign pressure. Respect to President Sheinbaum for speaking clearly.
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Nisha Z
The tax reimbursement program for migrants is a good initiative. More countries should support their diaspora communities like this. Our Indian government also does good work for NRIs.

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