The recent tariff measures imposed by the US administration, led by Donald Trump in his second term, have led to a reconfiguration of the trade landscape in Latin America.

Faced with a global environment of growing protectionism, each country—or strategic region with strong cultural and economic ties—is defining its position regarding the new challenges of international trade.

The tariff policy situation in the United States is experiencing a period of high instability and volatility.

The recent 90-day extension of certain key tariffs has generated even more uncertainty among importers and exporters in the region, who had already been adjusting their strategies in response to the measures adopted during Donald Trump’s second term.

Furthermore, in recent days, new provisions and revisions to tariff lists have been released, pointing to an unpredictable trade policy subject to constant review, forcing international trade stakeholders to remain alert and capable of rapid response.

These protectionist policies by the US administration will undoubtedly affect the main glass producers in Mexico.

Companies like Vitro, Cristacurva, and Millet have a significant presence in the North American market and will have to adapt to these significant changes.

Without a doubt, the inflation these measures will cause in the United States will be historic and could cause the dollar to continue its free fall for some time.

A rectification of these policies would be very welcome for global trade in general.

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