‘It’s not solved by singing ‘Oops, how scary”: Denise Dresser slams AMLO for downplaying T-MEC violation claim

Dresser pitched against López Obrador for his response to the US T-MEC treaty violation complaint. (Photo: CUARTOSCURO)

Journalist, Denise Dresser, ran against the president Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador (AMLO), for its response to the allegation that the United States (UNITED STATES) filed against Mexico considering that the energetic policy violates the treaty between Mexico, the United States and Canada (USMCA).

And it is that, during his Morningthe tabasqueno minimized the measure by referring to it as an “already established mechanism” which he said has been used by his opponents to discredit his administration. Reason why he dedicated the song to them oh how scaryof Chico Cha: “They worried us a lot,” he quips, laughing.

This earned him several attacks against him, including that of the columnist who – through his account Twitter – clarified what is the real intention of the critics before the American claim; denying that they aspire to a sanction on energy policy.

“I regret that his decisions have placed the country in a complicated situation, which will not be resolved by singing ‘Oops, how scary'”.

Denise Dresser clarified what the critics' true intent is before the US claim.  (Picture: screenshot)
Denise Dresser clarified what the critics’ true intent is before the US claim. (Picture: screenshot)

In another TweeterDresser pointed out that the consultation on the review involves the United States and Canada looking at Mexico not just as a nation which does not respect the agreements of the Treaty, also hindering the implementation of clean energy amid the climate crisis.

And – with the reaction of its president – the Aztec country adds to the perspective the image of a country whose president mocks and minimizes possible penaltiesincluding those of an economic nature.

“(A country) that ignores the negative impact on growth; that it would have a sanction such as the imposition of import duties on Mexican products; that he quarrels with his main trading partner; which violates international treaties and does not respect legality,” he added.

“All of this should be about us,” he said.

It should be noted that the controversy was initially driven by the United States, but Canada has announced its inclusion in the claim by agreeing that AMLO’s energy policy goes against the trade agreement.

Dresser warned that AMLO's stance paints Mexico as a nation that has failed to comply with T-MEC and is indifferent to sanctions.  (Picture: screenshot)
Dresser warned that AMLO’s stance paints Mexico as a nation that has failed to comply with T-MEC and is indifferent to sanctions. (Picture: screenshot)

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) confirmed having received, through the Economythe request for consultations by the Government of the United States in accordance with the provisions of the Article 31.4 of the T-MEC.

The petition takes place amid a dispute between the United States and Mexico over the latter’s battle to restore state control over electricity generation.

As a result, disagreements have arisen between US officials, who accuse Obrador’s policy of benefiting the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) and Petroleos Mexicanos (PEMEX) on North American companies, thereby hampering the development of clean energy.

“Business America continues to face a raw deal in Mexico…These changes are discouraging investment from clean energy providers and companies looking to buy clean, reliable energy,” said the U.S. Trade Representative, katherine taiit is a statement.

Both nations will have a period of 75 days to settle the dispute. If a mutually satisfactory agreement is not reached, the United States may request the establishment of a a sign to decide the question.

Meanwhile, the country led by Prime Minister, Justin Trudeauwill present its own stocktaking consultations within the framework of the T-MEC, “while supporting the United States in their challenge”, I communicate for Reuters Alice Hansen, spokesperson for Canadian Minister of International Trade Mary Ng.

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