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Sheinbaum Weighs Tariffs on Chinese Steel and Vehicles

8/19/2026

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President Claudia Sheinbaum is weighing tariffs on Chinese steel and vehicles.
The Economy Ministry says no proposal exists yet, is consulting businesses, and will continue anti-dumping investigations.
After Mexico raised tariffs up to 50% on about 1,500 categories in January, Chinese imports of light vehicles, auto parts and footwear each fell over 40% with overall imports under those duties down nearly one-third in the first five months.

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President Claudia Sheinbaum is weighing tariffs on Chinese steel and vehicles.
The Economy Ministry says no proposal exists yet, is consulting businesses, and will continue anti-dumping investigations.
After Mexico raised tariffs up to 50% on about 1,500 categories in January, Chinese imports of light vehicles, auto parts and footwear each fell over 40% with overall imports under those duties down nearly one-third in the first five months.