Why is the U.S. election so important to Mexico? Will the election of either Kamala Harris or Donald Trump have vastly different outcomes for Mexico’s future?
Historically, it might seem that Mexico’s fate is unaffected whether a Democrat or Republican occupies the White House. However, this year, the differences between the candidates are striking, with significant implications for Mexico.
For those who think Mexico has no stake in the U.S. election, consider the following facts:
• 38 million people of Mexican origin live in the United States.
• 80 percent of Mexicans have at least one relative in the United States.
• More than US$63 billion in remittances were sent to Mexico from the United States in 2023.
• Mexico is the largest exporter to the United States, with over US$400 billion in 2023, and two-way trade between the nations amounted to nearly US$799 billion.
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