In an unprecedented diplomatic move, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and President-elect Donald Trump reportedly engaged in what experts are calling the “Tariff Tango,” a dance of dialogue aimed at defusing the rising tensions over trade tariffs. The meeting, conducted via a highly sophisticated method known as “social media” (a concept Mr. Trump is said to be familiar with), culminated in what both leaders described as an “excellent conversation.” Sources close to the conversation revealed that Sheinbaum and Trump initially planned to meet in person, but logistical issues regarding the size of Trump’s podium and Sheinbaum’s preference for more equal seating arrangements led them to opt for a digital chat instead. One insider disclosed that the conversation was held in an atmosphere filled with subtle shades of “I’ll scratch your back if you scratch mine.” “I had an excellent conversation with President Donald Trump,” Sheinbaum tweeted, attempting to convey a sense of camaraderie despite having just flaunted plans to impose retaliatory tariffs of her own. “We addressed Mexico’s strategy regarding imports of those delightful plastic straws, and I assured him that we only use paper ones—because who can afford the extra fees on something as essential as a drink stirrer?” Trump, who was reportedly thrilled to hear Sheinbaum's commitment to reducing TikTok-related tariffs, responded with a series of tweets containing emojis resembling flagpoles and tacos. “Great chat with the leader of Mexico. We’ll protect our borders—a taco in every head, a straw in every hand!” he wrote, not fully understanding the implications of his metaphor, but confident as usual that it would resonate well with his base. Observers noted that while the telephone call felt “refreshingly direct,” it did little to resolve underlying trade tensions. Economists pointed out that negotiating trade deals over social media was similar to trying to fix a car engine using only emojis—it might bring joy, but it rarely resolves the problem at hand. Meanwhile, Sheinbaum’s office swiftly assured citizens that Mexico's tariff plan was still very much on the table, albeit now dressed in a more approachable “healthy, gluten-free” package to appeal to international critics. “This isn’t just a quick fix,” a spokesperson emphasized, as they prepared to calculate how many avocados could fit into the value of an imported American car. As the world watches this budding diplomatic romance unfold, analysts are left pondering whether trade peace will last or whether we’re simply witnessing a short-lived truce, one taco emoji at a time.