Summary of "Message from President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo to the people of Mexico"
In a recent message to the people of Mexico, President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo addressed the imposition of a 25% tariff by the United States on Mexican exports, a significant move given the history of free trade agreements between the two nations. She highlighted the potential economic repercussions for both countries, particularly emphasizing the negative impact on the U.S. economy due to increased costs of imported goods.
Sheinbaum strongly rejected claims made by the White House suggesting connections between the Mexican government and organized crime, particularly in relation to the fentanyl crisis in the U.S. She criticized the U.S. government for not addressing the root causes of drug consumption and trafficking within its own borders, arguing that the real issue lies in the illegal sale of narcotics in American cities and the lack of investigations into U.S. criminal groups involved in drug trafficking.
The president pointed out that a significant percentage of weapons used by Mexican organized crime originate from the U.S., as documented by the U.S. Department of Justice. She stated that Mexico has been actively combating drug trafficking, citing the seizure of over 40 tons of drugs and the arrest of more than 10,000 individuals linked to these groups in just four months.
Sheinbaum proposed a collaborative approach to combat drug trafficking, emphasizing the importance of mutual respect and sovereignty, and suggested establishing a working table with U.S. authorities to address security and public health issues together. She expressed a desire for dialogue rather than confrontation, urging that problems should be resolved through communication.
In closing, Sheinbaum reassured Mexican citizens in the U.S. of their support and emphasized the dignity and resilience of the Mexican people, reiterating her commitment to act in their best interests while respecting human rights.
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