Mexico's government on Tuesday questioned the fairness of a 25% tariff ordered by U.S. President Donald Trump on its steel and aluminum imports, saying that Mexico buys more steel from the U.S. than it exports to its northern neighbor.

Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard pointed to the reciprocal trade between the two nations, while an expert labeled the tariffs a way to pressure the Mexican government while isolating China.

Mexican officials hope to reach a compromise with the Trump administration before tariffs are enforced on March 12

The 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports from Mexico ordered by U.S. President Donald Trump "is not justified" because the U.S. runs a steel and aluminum trade surplus with Mexico, Mexican Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard said on Tuesday.

Mexico's government is questioning the fairness of a 25% tariff imposed by the U.S. on its steel and aluminum imports. Mexican Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard argues the tariffs are unjustified, given the U.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports, escalating trade tensions with Canada, Mexico, and the EU. If enacted in March, these duties could bring total tariffs on Canadian metals

Mexican Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports from Mexico, citing a trade surplus. Proposed tariffs aim to bolster U.S. industries but could spark a trade war.

The 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports from Mexico imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump "is not justified" because the U.S. runs a steel and aluminum trade surplus with Mexico, Mexican Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard said on Tuesday.