China warns against third-party interference in relations with Mexico
In China, Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated that relations between Beijing and Mexico should not be influenced by third parties. He made the statement during a meeting with Mexican official Roberto Velasco Álvarez amid reports of US pressure on Mexico over its ties with China.
As reported by the South China Morning Post, Wang Yi stressed that China-Mexico relations are not directed against any third party. According to China’s Foreign Ministry, he also expressed support for Mexico in preserving its independence, defending its sovereignty and security, and countering external interference.
Visit by Mexican official
For Velasco, this was his first official visit to Beijing since taking office in April. He said that China and Mexico share respect for sovereignty and equality, and also expressed Mexico City’s readiness to strengthen high-level contacts, develop bilateral mechanisms, and deepen practical cooperation.
According to Mexican agency N+, Velasco expressed hope for identifying new areas of mutual understanding and cooperation that would form the basis of a joint agenda for the coming years. He also said that Mexico will host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum in 2028, calling it an opportunity to strengthen the country’s role as a bridge between the Americas and Asia.
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According to China’s Foreign Ministry, the sides also discussed international and regional issues of mutual interest. Wang Yi stated that Beijing is ready to strengthen strategic coordination with Mexico on multilateral platforms to protect the legitimate interests of both states and promote Global South unity. The Mexican side also drew attention to the opening of a new consulate in the Chinese city of Chongqing.
Mexico’s negotiations with the United States
The visit took place during Mexico’s negotiations with the United States on bilateral arrangements ahead of trilateral consultations involving Canada. Last month, trade talks between Ottawa and Washington collapsed, in particular because of reports of US demands to restrict Canada’s trade agreements with third countries. These restrictions were widely seen as being directed against China.
Bloomberg reported in July that Washington was pressuring Mexico to introduce trade barriers on Chinese steel and aluminum similar to US measures. At the end of last month, the administration of Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum submitted proposed amendments to the law on foreign investment to the Senate. They provide for national security reviews of foreign acquisitions in sensitive sectors, including energy, artificial intelligence, and semiconductors.
