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Trump ofrece protección de EE.UU. en el Estrecho de Ormuz por una tarifa del 20 %. ¿Cómo funcionaría eso?
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 13, 2026
· 4 min read
Por Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN
Desde que estalló la guerra de EE.UU. e Israel con Irán, las compañías navieras han solicitado mayor protección para que los buques puedan cruzar con seguridad el Estrecho de Ormuz, una ruta comercial clave que está controlada por Irán. El presidente de EE.UU. Donald...
Key takeaway Donald Trump ahora dice que Estados Unidos puede proporcionar eso, pero a cambio de una tarifa del 20 % sobre la carga que se mueva por la vía marítima.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso 's role as a key hub for international trade makes the proposed 20% tariff on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz particularly relevant to the local economy. With the city's proximity to the US-Mexico border and its extensive transportation networks, El Paso is a crucial gateway for goods moving between the US and global markets. If the tariff were to be implemented, it could have a significant impact on local businesses that rely on international trade, potentially increasing costs and affecting the competitiveness of El Paso-based companies. Furthermore, the city's ports of entry and customs facilities may need to adapt to new procedures and regulations, which could require additional resources and infrastructure investments. As the situation unfolds, El Paso's business community and local leaders will be watching closely to see how the proposed tariff could affect the city's economic development and trade relationships.
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Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Por Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN
Desde que estalló la guerra de EE.UU. e Israel con Irán, las compañías navieras han solicitado mayor protección para que los buques puedan cruzar con seguridad el Estrecho de Ormuz, una ruta comercial clave que está controlada por Irán. El presidente de EE.UU. Donald...
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