Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said she is confident her US counterpart Donald Trump won’t impose reciprocal tariffs on her nation’s exports next month as tensions between the top trading partners simmer.

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum gestures during an event to give details on the country's response to U.S. President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico, including retaliatory tariffs to U.S., at Zocalo Square in downtown Mexico City, Mexico March 9, 2025. REUTERS/Toya Sarno Jordan

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum thanked her U.S. counterpart Donald Trump for an "excellent and respectful" call on Thursday, promising that her government would work on security and migration as Washington temporarily eased tariffs.

Tens of thousands from across Mexico gather in the nation’s capital in a patriotic fiesta and show of unity.