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How much does California trade with Mexico, China and Canada? A look at the data


Published on 2025-03-04 03:01:36 - MSN
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  • President Donald Trump on Saturday imposed tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, making good on one of his campaign promises that has a possibility of affecting California.

The article from MSN discusses California's trade relationships with Mexico, China, and Canada, highlighting the significant economic ties through trade data. In 2023, California's trade with Mexico was valued at $85.6 billion, making it the state's largest trading partner by this measure. This trade includes a variety of goods, with Mexico being a major supplier of vehicles, machinery, and agricultural products to California. Conversely, California exports electronics, machinery, and agricultural products to Mexico. China, while not the largest trading partner in terms of total trade, is crucial for California's imports, with $176.2 billion worth of goods coming from China in 2023, including electronics, machinery, and apparel. However, California's exports to China were significantly less at $17.6 billion. Canada, with a total trade value of $32.9 billion, ranks third, with trade focusing on vehicles, machinery, and energy products. The article underscores the importance of these trade relationships for California's economy, emphasizing the state's role in global trade networks.

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