US, Mexico Strengthen Border Security, Drug Trafficking Cooperation

The United States and Mexico have reaffirmed their commitment to security cooperation, focusing on dismantling transnational organized crime, halting fentanyl and arms trafficking, and addressing illegal migration along their shared border. This collaboration is grounded in mutual respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, with both nations exchanging critical intelligence and coordinating efforts to combat drug cartels and other illicit activities. A high-level implementation group has been established to regularly monitor and ensure the fulfillment of these commitments. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum emphasized that the partnership is based on strategic coordination rather than subordination, rejecting any unilateral military intervention proposals from the U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to Mexico aims to strengthen this bilateral cooperation, despite some diplomatic tensions stemming from the U.S. administration's aggressive posture in the region. Both governments are also working to enhance public health initiatives and joint campaigns to prevent substance abuse and opioid addiction.