Mexico-Peru Tensions Rise; Trump Hints at Military Action

While tensions rise between Mexico and Peru over Chávez’s asylum, Sheinbaum warns any entry into the Mexican embassy in Peru would violate international law. Meanwhile, Donald Trump says he could authorize military strikes in Mexico against drug cartels.

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Entry Into Embassy Would Breach International Law: Sheinbaum

Peru’s Interim President, José Jerí, stated that if it becomes necessary to enter the Mexican Embassy in Lima to detain former minister Betssy Chávez, who is facing charges related to the failed coup attempt by former president Pedro Castillo, it will be done. Responding to Jerí’s remarks, President Claudia Sheinbaum stated that Chávez has a “right to asylum recognized under international human rights law” and that violating it “would be very serious.”

Trump Considers Strikes on Cartels; Sheinbaum Rejects Proposal

President Donald Trump said he would be willing to authorize a military strike on Mexican territory against drug cartels if he deemed it necessary. In response, President Claudia Sheinbaum firmly reiterated that “it will not happen.” Speaking at a White House conference, Trump stated that launching attacks to curb drug trafficking “is fine with me” and that he would support “whatever it takes to stop the drugs.” “Let me put it this way: I am not satisfied with Mexico,” he added.

Mexico Expands AI Use Amid Fragmented Regulation

Mexico continues to incorporate AI in public, private, and daily processes, although it does not yet have a unified national law governing this technology. This transitional stage offers an opportunity to incorporate lessons from other jurisdictions and anticipate regulatory gaps.

High-Level Phone Talk Between Xi, Trump Sparks Global Attention

China and the United States took a significant step following a phone call on Monday between Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump, signaling renewed dialogue and cooperation between the two nations. During the call, Xi emphasized that Taiwan’s “return to China” is a central component of the post-war international order, according to the state-run Xinhua news agency. He also reminded Trump that “China and the United States once fought side by side against fascism and militarism, and should now work together to safeguard the outcomes of World War Two.” 

US-EU Trade Talks Link Steel Tariffs to EU Tech Rules

US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick said the EU must revise its digital regulations if both sides want to reach a deal to lower tariffs on steel and aluminum. “We are discussing the possibility of rolling back the EU’s tech rules. In return, we would offer a meaningful agreement on steel and aluminum,” Lutnick said.