Donald Trump predicted that tariffs on Mexican imports would take effect as planned next week, dashing hopes that an agreement could be reached on migration in the coming days.
“We are going to see if we can do something, but I think it’s more likely that the tariffs go on,” Mr Trump said in London. “And we will probably be talking during the time that the tariffs are on, and they are going to be paid.”
Mr Trump abruptly announced last week that Washington would impose levies on all Mexican goods unless it took more forceful action to contain migration to the US. The levies, initially set at 5 per cent, are due to kick in on June 10, touching off a scramble to reach a deal before then.