Mexico is raising concerns over the potential impact on its fuel supply as U.S. President Donald Trump supports a proposition to restrict diesel exports in an effort to manage soaring fuel prices in the United States. This proposal could significantly affect Mexico, which heavily depends on U.S. diesel imports to meet its energy needs.
In June 2026, Mexico imported approximately 288,000 barrels per day of diesel from the United States, which constituted over 40% of the country’s diesel demand. With such a significant portion of its diesel supply at risk, the Mexican government is looking to its domestic refining network to help sustain its fuel supplies. Additionally, Mexico is maintaining fuel subsidies and price-support measures while exploring ways to bolster domestic production and storage capacities.
The U.S. administration is currently assessing whether implementing a full or partial restriction on diesel exports is feasible. However, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright has cautioned that a comprehensive export ban could lead to complications for other fuel types and potentially drive up prices across the board.
For Mexico, a reduction in U.S. diesel supplies could result in increased transportation and logistics costs. This scenario may compel the country to diversify its import sources and enhance its domestic refining capabilities to reduce its heavy reliance on fuel imports from the United States.