Germany to authorise police to shoot down drones
Germany will grant police the power to shoot down rogue drones like those that have disrupted airports across Europe and that some European leaders ha...
Washington, D.C., February 24, 2025 – Canada and Mexico are set to intensify efforts this week to demonstrate to the Trump administration that their enhanced border security measures are effectively curbing fentanyl trafficking and migrant flows.
The talks come ahead of a March 4 deadline after which President Trump may impose 25% tariffs on over $918 billion in U.S. imports from the two countries, spanning products from autos to energy.
According to trade lawyer Dan Ujczo, the negotiations—along with forthcoming reports from the Department of Homeland Security—will help determine whether the tariff suspension can be extended. “There’s progress being made on the security front,” Ujczo said, though he cautioned that it would be overly optimistic to expect the tariffs to be completely rescinded.
In recent months, both nations have bolstered their border security. Mexico has deployed up to 10,000 national guard troops along its northern border, while Canadian authorities have taken steps such as appointing a new fentanyl czar and reclassifying drug cartels as terrorist entities. In December, Canada also announced a C$1.3 billion increase in border security spending in response to the tariff threat.
British Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has maintained close contact with President Trump, discussing joint efforts to curb fentanyl flows and avert the imposition of tariffs. Trudeau has even threatened retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports valued at C$155 billion, including American beer, wine, and bourbon, though he stressed that Canada remains committed to “doing the work” to prevent any new tariff measures.
The tariff discussions follow Trump’s broader pattern of using tariff threats as leverage in trade negotiations. In addition to the pending border measures, the administration has raised tariffs on steel and aluminum to a flat 25% and signaled plans to target autos, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductors, with potential reciprocal tariffs in response.
A significant challenge for U.S. border officials remains the “de minimis” loophole, which currently exempts low-value packages (under $800) from duty-free status. This exemption has allowed shipments containing fentanyl and its precursor chemicals from Canada, Mexico, and China to enter the United States with minimal scrutiny, complicating efforts to tighten border controls.
As the March 4 deadline approaches, the outcomes of this week’s talks will be critical for the highly integrated North American economy, with both Canada and Mexico working diligently to show that their enhanced border security and enforcement measures are making a measurable difference.
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