Mexico is trying to be best new trade buddies with both the US and China — but it might not be able to handle the pressure

Wed, 09/20/2023 - 09:04

President Joe Biden and Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador shaking hands while standing in front of an American flag. — President Joe Biden and President Andrés Manuel López Obrador of Mexico shake hands during a welcome ceremony at the 2023 North American Leaders' Summit.
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Mexico is now America's top trade partner thanks to US-China tensions and "nearshoring."
To benefit, Mexico needs to make critical changes to its infrastructure to meet increased demand.
Mexico has benefited as a link between the US and China but has also angered both already.

Mexico is America's new, old best friend in the world economy, but now its neighbor to the south needs to figure out how to take advantage of its status.