U.S.-Mexico Cooperation on Drug Trafficking

Marco Rubio acknowledges Mexico's efforts to combat drug trafficking and migration issues affecting both countries. He highlights increased cooperation between U.S. and Mexican governments under President Trump and President Claudia Sheinbaum.


U.S.-Mexico Cooperation on Drug Trafficking

The United States Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, recognized the efforts of the Mexican government in combating the trafficking of migrants and drugs towards his country, priority issues on President Donald Trump's agenda. Rubio emphasized that despite differences in other matters, such as trade, it is important to highlight the measures implemented by the administration of President Claudia Sheinbaum.

Rubio praised the actions taken by Mexico in the fight against cartels and illegal migration, highlighting the level of cooperation and the progress made. He underscored the importance of cooperation between both countries to defend their national interests and jointly address these challenges.

Regarding possible obstacles in the Mexican system, Rubio mentioned that, despite their existence, there has been a willingness on the part of Mexican authorities to face these problems. He stated that, while progress has been made thanks to the pressure exerted by the Trump administration, much remains to be done in this bilateral collaboration.

Rubio also acknowledged the need for the United States to implement measures to combat the trafficking of arms into Mexico, which end up in the hands of criminal groups. He highlighted the importance of controlling this flow of weapons to curb the devastating impact these organized crime groups have in both countries.

In summary, Rubio emphasized the importance of cooperation between the United States and Mexico to confront the threat posed by cartels and illegal migration. He recognized the efforts made by both parties, but pointed out that there is still work to be done to effectively address these cross-border challenges.