INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
A recent AtlasIntel survey of over 13,800 citizens across Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Mexico reveals deep fissures in Latin
American responses to former U.S
goods, while others push for alliances with China or diplomatic solutions
Two-thirds expect significant financial fallout
In Mexico, 50% of citizens favor retaliation, mirroring sentiment in Argentina (59%) and Brazil (45%).Yet leaders like Mexican President
This disconnect underscores a balancing act: appeasing voters while averting trade wars.Latin Americans Call for Retaliation Over Trump
Tariffs While Leaders Opt for Diplomacy
(Photo Internet reproduction)Brazil epitomizes the divide
Forty-five percent of its 4,659 surveyed citizens back retaliation, while an equal share prefers deepening ties with U.S
Forty-seven percent express high anxiety over tariff impacts.Navigating Trade Tensions with the U.S.Argentinians show sharper resolve: 59%
demand higher duties on American imports, and 23% support curbs on U.S
Tariffs threaten to inflate costs for imported goods and manufacturing inputs, worsening regional inflation.Retaliation could backfire,
economists warn, triggering reciprocal measures and destabilizing export-reliant economies
tit-for-tat trade barriers.Despite risks, public appetite for confrontation grows
Regional governments now weigh short-term stability against long-term sovereignty.Retaliation might satisfy a frustrated base but risks
alienating a key trade partner
