As tomorrows US election approaches Latin Americas biggest economies are making pre-emptive moves to position themselves for a possible Donald Trump comeback
The Economist index from last summer puts Mexico at highest risk from potential Trump policies: especially regarding chinese-made products in the country. Marcelo Ebrard Mexicos economy chief spoke about this issue saying they need to support north-american interests; while other officials hint at reducing chinese imports
Brazil takes a different path – avoiding Chinas big infrastructure project (which shows careful planning for future US relations). The countries leaders show contrasting views on the election outcome
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Meanwhile Claudia Sheinbaum Mexicos president keeps quiet about her preferences saying shell wait for results. In contrast Jair Bolsonaro brazils ex-president posted his support for Trump on social media just yesterday
The two nations show different approaches to handle possible changes:
- Mexico focuses on trade-related preparations
- Brazil makes strategic moves with China relations
- Both countries top officials make careful public statements