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Mexico overtakes China as the leading source of goods imported to US

As a Texas-based truck driver, I have had a front-row seat to the shifting dynamics of trade between Mexico and the US. It’s been an interesting experience to witness firsthand how Mexico has overtaken China as the leading source of goods imported to the US.

In my line of work, I often shuttle trailers between Laredo, Texas, and Mexico’s manufacturing hubs. Over time, I’ve noticed a significant increase in the number of Mexican truck drivers picking up goods in Laredo, destined for their final destinations in the US. This trade activity in Laredo is a clear indication that Mexico’s economy is thriving.… Continue reading