CANADA PERSPECTIVE

The Globe and Mail publishes a fine political analysis: 'US indictment of sitting Mexican governor puts Sheinbaum in a bind.' It is the most empathetic angle toward the Mexican president — understanding the impossible dilemma: refuse extradition to defend sovereignty, but risk appearing to protect narco corruption. Canada observes US-Mexico relations as a CUSMA (ex-NAFTA) partner: any deterioration in bilateral relations has direct implications for trinational trade. The Globe and Mail notes the indictment lands in a moment of extreme tensions — tariffs, terrorist designation for cartels, immigration pressure.