Mexico Increases Trade Pressure on China Amid US Cooperation, China Threatens Retaliation

Mexico has launched a series of anti-dumping investigations targeting Chinese imports, doubling the number of probes compared to last year, a move perceived as aligning with the United States amid escalating trade tensions. China has strongly condemned these actions, urging Mexico to comply with World Trade Organization (WTO) rules and protect the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese companies, while warning it will take all necessary measures to safeguard its interests, including trade and investment responses. Chinese officials criticize the U.S. for coercing Mexico into adopting tougher trade stances and call for global opposition to unilateralism and protectionism. Mexico's increased investigations have sparked official warnings from Beijing, emphasizing China's restraint so far and the need for Mexico to avoid protectionist measures. The situation reflects broader geopolitical and economic frictions involving China, Mexico, and the United States concerning trade policies and enforcement.