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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum firmly opposes the new US border wall construction in New Mexico, calling it a unilateral move. She emphasizes Mexico's preference for cooperative border security rather than physical barriers. The Trump administration has begun building a 9.6 km steel barrier while imposing fresh tariffs on Mexican goods. Tensions rise as Trump cites fentanyl trafficking as justification for trade restrictions.

Key Points: Mexico's Sheinbaum Rejects Trump Border Wall Construction in New Mexico

  • Sheinbaum stresses Mexico had no involvement in US border wall project
  • Trump administration begins new 9.6 km steel barrier construction
  • Mexico prefers development cooperation over physical barriers
  • New tariffs imposed by Trump on Mexican goods escalate tensions
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Mexican president rejects new US border wall construction

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum opposes new US border wall, calling it unilateral while promoting cooperation over barriers.

Mexican president rejects new US border wall construction
"We don't support the wall. We've achieved a safe border through cooperation and coordination, not walls. - Claudia Sheinbaum"

Mexico City, July 19

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum voiced strong opposition to the construction of a new segment of the US border wall in the state of New Mexico, calling it a unilateral move by the US government.

Speaking at her daily press conference on Friday, Sheinbaum emphasised that Mexico is not involved in the project in any way and is not contributing funding, Xinhua news agency reported.

"They're building it on their own. We don't support the wall. We've achieved a safe border through cooperation and coordination, not walls," she said.

Sheinbaum described the construction as a decision made solely by US President Donald Trump and emphasised Mexico's preference for development-based cooperation and respect for Mexicans living in the United States.

This week, the Trump administration began a new phase of construction on a secondary border barrier between Santa Teresa, New Mexico, and Ciudad Juarez in northern Mexico.

The project includes 9.6 km of 9-meter-high steel posts placed behind an older 5.5-meter fence.

Earlier this week, US President Donald Trump imposed a 17 per cent tariff on fresh tomatoes from Mexico.

He also announced his administration would levy a 30 per cent tariff on goods from Mexico and members of the European Union beginning August 1, targeting two of the US’s top trading partners.

Trump posted separate letters on Truth Social to Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen informing them of the tariff rates.

In his letter to Sheinbaum Pardo, Trump cited the flow of fentanyl across the southern border, which was the original basis for a 25 per cent tariff he imposed on Mexican goods earlier this year.

- IANS

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Priya S
The tariff war is concerning for global trade. Our Indian exporters should be watching this closely - such protectionist policies can affect our economy too. Need more WTO intervention!
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Aman W
Trump's approach seems very aggressive. In India, we've seen how border tensions affect common people on both sides. Hope Mexico and US can find a peaceful solution soon.
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Sarah B
While I understand security concerns, 9-meter walls seem excessive. India has managed border security with technology and patrols - maybe US should consider smarter solutions?
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Vikram M
The tomato tariff will hurt Mexican farmers badly. Reminds me of our onion export bans - these trade wars ultimately hurt the common people the most. Governments should be more careful.
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Kavya N
Respectfully disagree with President Sheinbaum - every country has right to secure borders. But tariffs as retaliation? That's just making things worse for both economies.

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