Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Guatemalan Foreign Minister Carlos Ramiro Martínez in New York during the 80th United Nations High Level Week. The meeting focused on joint efforts to address illegal immigration, regional security, and economic prosperity.
According to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott, "The Deputy Secretary and the Foreign Minister discussed our shared commitment to combating illegal immigration, promoting security, and advancing prosperity across our region. The Deputy Secretary commended Guatemala on its close security cooperation to combat narcotics trafficking and Transnational Criminal Organizations, as well as strengthen border security."
The discussions highlighted ongoing collaboration between the United States and Guatemala in addressing transnational issues affecting both countries.