Trump Cancels First Sheinbaum Sit-Down, But Mexico Keeps Its Cool
So… the big handshake between U.S. President Donald Trump and Mexico’s freshly minted leader, Claudia Sheinbaum? Didn’t happen.
The plan was simple: meet during the G7 summit in Canada (June 15–17) to talk shop—tariffs, migration, cross-border headaches. But Trump pulled a fast one and skipped town early, citing “pressing global tensions” (a.k.a. the whole Israel-Iran situation). Sheinbaum? She stayed, smiled, and made Mexico look like the grown-up in the room.
No Food or Wine, Just Talk (on the Phone)
Even though the long-awaited in-person meeting fizzled, both leaders got on the phone. Trump called it “a very good call,” which, for him, is practically a standing ovation. Topics? Migration, border security, tariffs, remittances, and even cartel crackdowns. Just your usual cross-border dinner conversation—minus the dinner.
This would’ve been their first real-life encounter since Sheinbaum took office in October 2024, making it a missed opportunity to shift gears on binational policies that affect the everyday lives of folks in Baja—especially those exporting to or working with U.S. businesses.
Sheinbaum Plays the Diplomatic Card
While Trump packed his bags, Sheinbaum stayed put, attending G7 meetings alongside other world leaders, including Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney. She even gave him a soccer ball handmade by Wixárika artisans—because nothing says diplomacy like a culturally crafted futbol.
The summit also included talks with officials from India, Brazil, South Korea, Australia, and reps from the UN and World Bank. Not bad for a debut on the global stage.
“No a la violencia”
Back home, Sheinbaum had to shut down claims from the U.S. Homeland Security secretary, who wrongly said she encouraged violent protests in L.A. Her response? A firm, “Nope.” Sheinbaum released a public video reinforcing that Mexico condemns violence—always has, always will.
She doubled down on her real message: protecting honest, hard-working Mexicans abroad and continuing diplomatic work “from a place of respect.” Classy move, señora presidenta.
What This Means for Baja
So why should folks in Baja California care? Because any disruption in tariff talks, migration policy, or border logistics hits home—hard.
Whether you’re exporting seafood, wine, or high-tech aerospace parts (hey, Baja!), these political dance steps influence how fast and how fairly your products cross into the U.S. Delays in decision-making mean uncertainty for Baja’s economy.
Plus, with Sheinbaum holding her ground at the G7, Baja gets to keep its reputation as part of a country that shows up, keeps calm, and continues to push for respectful partnerships.
Diplomatic Scorecard
Trump: Left early.
Sheinbaum: Stayed, showed leadership, handed out artisan soccer balls, and called for dialogue.
Baja: Still waiting for concrete updates—but feeling cautiously optimistic.
We’re not picking sides. We’re just saying: showing up matters. And for Baja businesses watching every tariff headline and border policy shift, it’s worth paying attention to who’s at the table—and who ducks out early.
📸 Photo: Courtesy of Presidencia de México
🎁 Bonus: Want to see that artisan soccer ball? Check out our Instagram @gringogazette_north for a close-up.
🍷 Because it’s diplomacy with style, we suggest enjoying this story with a chilled Sauvignon Blanc —Symmetria, if you can get it.
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