Mexico's Foreign Minister Meets U.S. Secretary of State on Cartels, Drugs, Migration

Mexican Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco held discussions with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington on August 26, focusing on critical bilateral issues including regional security, drug trafficking, and migration. The meeting followed Velasco's tour of Korea and aimed to advance cooperation on shared priorities.

According to the U.S. Department of State, Secretary Rubio urged decisive actions to halt illegal immigration, curb the flow of fentanyl and other illicit drugs into the United States, dismantle foreign terrorist organizations and cartels, and prevent them from acquiring weapons. This meeting occurred amidst ongoing dialogues concerning a potential trade agreement.

“

The secretary Rubio made a call to take decisive measures to end illegal immigration, stop the trafficking of fentanyl and other illicit drugs into the United States, dismantle terrorist organizations and foreign cartels and deprive them of weapons.

Mexico's Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlighted that both officials acknowledged significant progress in security matters, particularly in combating drug and arms trafficking and transnational organized crime. Minister Velasco reiterated Mexico's commitment to cooperation based on the principles of respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity, shared responsibility, mutual trust, and collaboration without subordination.

The discussions also covered advancements in addressing irregular migration and continued dialogue on protecting the human rights of Mexican citizens during migration processes. Velasco was accompanied by several high-ranking officials from the Mexican Embassy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, underscoring the importance of the bilateral engagement.

“

The secretary Velasco reiterated the importance of continuing to work based on the principles of respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, shared responsibility, mutual trust, and collaboration without subordination.