Sheinbaum calls US measure against Cuba very unfair

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum reiterated in her regular press conference that she considers the United States' threat to impose tariffs on countries supplying oil to Cuba very unfair.

During her morning press conference on February 10, 2026, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum once again voiced her view on a US foreign policy issue. According to Prensa Latina reports, Sheinbaum described the US threat to apply tariffs to nations providing oil to Cuba as 'very unfair.' This statement comes amid ongoing trade and diplomatic tensions in the region.

Sheinbaum, who took office in October 2024, has consistently critiqued certain aspects of Washington's foreign policy. The source notes that this reiteration aims to highlight potential effects on bilateral relations and regional trade. No further details on responses from other governments were included in the report.

The remark underscores Mexico's concerns about economic repercussions for allied countries in Latin America, though Sheinbaum did not specify any concrete actions Mexico might take in response.

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