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Mexico, the big beneficiary of the trade war between the US and China

Mexico, the big beneficiary of the trade war between the US and China

Mexico, the big beneficiary of the trade war between the US and China

Trade wars generate major transformations in the global economy, affecting markets, supply chains and logistics strategies. A clear example of this is the conflict between China and the United States. The imposition of tariffs and restrictions that both powers have been adapting in recent times has destabilised the international economic balance. A situation that has forced countries, organisations and companies to work constantly to adapt.

Logistics companies such as RFL Cargo, the international forwarder that forms part of Alonso Group‘s logistics division, play a key role in this scenario by offering efficient routes, optimised logistics costs and flexible solutions. Always adapted to market conditions to minimise the impact of trade disputes and keep the supply chain flowing as smoothly as possible.

Trade war between China and the US

The trade tension between China and the United States, marked by the mutual imposition of tariffs and trade restrictions, is triggering a series of effects on the global economy. The latest retaliation by Beijing has been the creation of a blacklist of 40 US companies. This initiative has been carried out by Chinese authorities who consider that certain companies were damaging to their strategic interests and national security. This is yet another step in the progressive decoupling of the two economies.

In addition, the conflict between the two powers has reinforced the trend of nearshoring, where companies prioritise locating operations close to their main markets to reduce logistics costs and delivery times. This phenomenon not only has a positive impact on Asian countries, but also strengthens Mexico’s position in North America.

Mexico: the big winner

One of the countries that has benefited most from the trade conflict between the two powers has been Mexico. Thanks to its geographical proximity to the United States and the preferential access granted by the T-MEC, the free trade agreement between Mexico, the United States and Canada, Mexico has positioned itself as an attractive destination for foreign investment and a reliable supplier for the US market.

Sectors such as automotive, electronics and agribusiness have already experienced significant growth as they have moved part of their manufacturing operations from China to Mexico to avoid tariffs and take advantage of logistical benefits. The nearshoring trend is also driving the expansion of manufacturing plants in Mexican states such as Nuevo León, Querétaro and Guanajuato, which have solid infrastructures and efficient access to transport routes.

This phenomenon highlights the importance of having logistics partners such as RFL Cargo, with fully customised and tailored land, sea and air services to meet the challenges and maximise the opportunities of the international environment.





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