The head of government of Mexico City, Claudia Sheinbaum, made it clear that there will be no interference or violation of Mexico's sovereignty despite the recent designation of six Mexican cartels as terrorists by the U.S. Department of State. Sheinbaum highlighted that the collaboration and coordination between Mexico and the United States is aimed at combating organized crime groups operating in both countries.
In this regard, changes to the Mexican Constitution were announced to protect national sovereignty. Article 40 was modified to ensure that the Mexican people will not accept foreign interventions that threaten the integrity and independence of the country. Additionally, Article 19 establishes that any foreigner who commits illegal activities related to external interference will be punished with the severest penalty possible.
On the other hand, Mexico's Secretary of Economy, Marcelo Ebrard, reported on a meeting in the United States with officials to engage in constructive dialogue following threats of tariffs by President Trump. Ebrard indicated that starting Monday, a joint effort will begin, without providing further details on the matter.
These announcements came after the United States classified the six mentioned Mexican cartels as terrorists. President Sheinbaum emphasized that Mexico will not negotiate its sovereignty under any circumstances and that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will expand the lawsuit against manufacturers and sellers of firearms in the United States, accusing them of complicity in terrorism.
In this context, Sheinbaum reiterated that the relationship between both countries should be based on collaboration and coordination, without implying subordination or invasion of Mexican sovereignty.
