Ecuador Imposes 27% Tariff on Mexican Goods Amid Diplomatic Rift

President Daniel Noboa's tariff decision follows strained relations with Mexico and echoes U.S. trade policies under President Trump.

Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa announced a 27% tariff on Mexican imports to ensure 'fair treatment' for Ecuadorian producers.
The tariff comes after Mexico severed diplomatic ties with Ecuador in 2024 following a controversial raid on its embassy in Quito.
Noboa cited trade imbalances and the lack of a free trade agreement with Mexico as reasons for the tariff, while also expressing openness to future negotiations.
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum downplayed the economic impact, noting that Ecuador accounts for only 0.4% of Mexico's exports.
The announcement aligns with Noboa's re-election campaign and mirrors hardline trade policies associated with U.S. President Donald Trump.