Mexico Approves Measure Raising Tariffs on Chinese Imports

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks during a news conference at the National Palace in Mexico City, Mexico, on December 10, 2025. (Photo by Carlos Santiago/Eyepix Group/NurPhoto)

Mexican lawmakers on Wednesday backed a measure to raise tariffs on goods from China and other countries that do not have trade agreements with Mexico, despite strong pushback from Beijing.

The move, spearheaded by President Claudia Sheinbaum and approved by the Senate 76-5 Wednesday night, increases tariffs on imports of automobiles, textiles, clothing, plastics, appliances and other products, primarily affecting Chinese goods.

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