US Tariffs / Guantanamo

US Tariffs. Claudia Sheinbaum emphasizes that the strategy to address the potential imposition of US tariffs encompasses more than merely establishing a contingency fund. "We have a comprehensive plan supported by an in-depth analysis of the potential consequences of the tariffs. We are fully prepared for any scenario, and our efforts are dedicated to doing everything possible to avert such a situation."

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that US President Donald Trump remains committed to imposing tariffs on Canada and Mexico starting Feb. 1. She also mentioned that Trump is considering additional tariffs on China, which could take effect the same day. During his campaign, Trump proposed a 20% tax on imports from all countries, a 25% tariff on goods from Mexico and Canada, and a 60% tariff on Chinese imports. 

Guantanamo. Claudia Sheinbaum rejected Donald Trump's proposal to send migrants from the United States to Guantanamo, Cuba. "We categorically oppose the criminalization of migrants. Our commitment will always be to uphold international law and ensure that human rights protections are prioritized."

US President Donald Trump announced plans to expand the existing migrant detention facility at Guantanamo Bay, preparing it to house up to 30,000 migrants. The facility, separate from the high-security US prison for terrorism suspects, has been used for decades to detain migrants, including Haitians and Cubans intercepted at sea. Trump's border czar, Tom Homan, confirmed that the expansion would be managed by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency. The facility will primarily be used to detain dangerous migrants, especially those considered too risky to be held in their home countries. Trump emphasized that the move would double the capacity for detaining migrants.

Cuban Doctors. Claudia Sheinbaum confirms that the recruitment of Cuban doctors in Mexico will continue to support the Mexican healthcare system. "Yes, in regions where there is a shortage of specialist doctors … hiring will continue because the health of the population is our priority."

Since 2002, a collaborative agreement between Mexico and Cuba has facilitated the deployment of over 3,650 Cuban healthcare workers to Mexico, incurring a cost exceeding US$22.87 million by late 2023, reports Yucatan times. This sum has covered salaries, lodging, transfers, and food for the personnel. The program expanded in 2024 to bring an additional 2,700 specialists, supplementing the 950 already active in the country, writes Reuters.