USA/Mexico: Enhanced border control of trucks leads to delays in deliveries
On 29 September 2023, senior US and Mexican officials met in Washington D.C. for the High-Level Economic Dialogue (HLED). Launched in 2021 by Presidents Biden and López Obrador, this dialogue aims to strengthen economic integration and cooperation between the United States and Mexico. Trade between the two countries reached a level ofrecord of $864 billion in 2022and discussions covered a wide range of topics, from technology to the environment.
However, the steps taken by the Texas Governor, Greg Abbott, to strengthen truck safety inspections have led to asignificant delivery delays. Approximately 19,000 trucks, representing $1.9 billion in goods, were blocked. These measures, although aimed at combating illegal immigration and drug trafficking, have disrupted supply chains, causing criticism from the business community on both sides of the border.
Delays have had major consequences for companies, some having even temporarily suspended their operations. Trade officials in Juarez expressed frustration, calling on Abbott to reconsider these inspections. So far, no official response has been given by the Texas authorities.
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