Latin American giants reveal their cards before crucial US election
Mexico and Brazilʼs top officials make strategic moves ahead of tomorrows US presidential vote. Their statements and actions show careful planning for possible political shifts in Washington
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
