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US-Mexico talks: Agreement to avoid tariffs reached, says Trump

Mexico agrees to help stem the flow of migrants to the US in order to avoid trade tariffs.

Mexico appears to have averted the threat of devastating tariffs from the United States. President Trump had warned his southern neighbour that, from Monday, he would impose 5% tariffs on all goods coming from Mexico if it didn't crack down on migration. We speak to an economist about what was at stake and what lies ahead for the two countries.

Also on the programme: President Siresena of Sri Lanka says he will not co-operate with the inquiry into the Easter terror attacks and intelligence officers won't be allowed to testify either. And the app bringing family members together after the wars in South Sudan.

(Photo: Mexican President Obrador speaking after the deal was struck. Credit: Reuters)

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  • Sat 8 Jun 201912:06GMT

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