Following a recent call between President Donald Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Mexico's Foreign Secretary Juan Ramón de la Fuente held a phone conversation to discuss ongoing security concerns affecting both nations.
The two officials reaffirmed the importance of the partnership between the United States and Mexico, emphasizing respect for each country's sovereignty. They also acknowledged that more work is needed to address shared threats.
Both leaders noted that while there has been progress in security cooperation, significant challenges persist. They agreed that the bilateral Security Implementation Group, which will meet again on January 23, must continue to deliver concrete actions to strengthen joint efforts against criminal organizations and prevent the illegal movement of fentanyl and weapons across the border. The secretaries also committed to advancing initiatives focused on information-sharing and cross-border security measures.
Additionally, Secretary Rubio and Foreign Secretary de la Fuente agreed to organize a Security Ministerial meeting in Washington, D.C., in February. This event will mark one year since launching an updated phase in bilateral security collaboration. According to their statement, "This high-level meeting will provide an opportunity to assess progress, identify gaps, and set clear expectations for further collaboration."
