Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum sought to ease concerns following Republican President-elect Donald Trump's November 5 election victory, saying there's "nothing to worry about" during a press conference on Wednesday.
Trump's campaign promises—ranging from potential tariffs and mass deportations to the unlikely threat of U.S. military action against crime groups in Mexico—have sparked fears across her country. Sheinbaum aimed to calm those worries.
"There's no reason to worry. For our compatriots and Mexican entrepreneurs, there's no reason to worry. Mexico always comes out ahead," Sheinbaum said in her first comments since the election.
While stopping short of a formal congratulations, Sheinbaum said it would be "prudent to wait" for official results, adding, "We are a free, independent, sovereign country, and I am confident there will be good relations with the United States."
This is a developing news story and will be updated with more information.
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