Mexico to Sustain Border Control Efforts Following U.S. Election
Mexico’s government will continue its current measures to prevent migrants from reaching the U.S. border, its Foreign Minister Juan Ramon de la Fuente confirmed on Friday. This announcement follows the recent U.S. presidential election win by Donald Trump, who has pledged stricter immigration policies.
Migrant Containment Strategy Showing Results, Says Foreign Minister
De la Fuente emphasized that Mexico’s current approach to migration is effective, highlighting a 76% drop in migrant apprehensions at the U.S. border since last December. “The strategy is working well, and we plan to stay on this path,” he stated during a press briefing.
Cordial Discussion on Border Policy with Trump
President Claudia Sheinbaum, speaking at the same conference, confirmed her recent phone conversation with Trump, in which they discussed border issues. Describing the exchange as “cordial,” Sheinbaum noted Trump’s focus on border security. “He raised the issue of the border, and I assured him that we would have space to discuss it further,” she said, while pointing to the significant decrease in migrant crossings.
U.S. Tariff Threats and Economic Impact on Mexico
Trump has renewed his previous stance, warning of a 25% tariff on all Mexican exports if Mexico fails to curb migration and drug trafficking across the border. With around 80% of Mexico’s exports bound for the U.S., Mexico remains economically dependent on its northern neighbor.
Mexico’s Border Measures Align with Pressure from the U.S.
This year, Mexico has quietly implemented stricter border control measures, including expanded transportation programs that send non-Mexican migrants back to Mexico’s southern regions. This crackdown, which began under pressure from the Biden administration, contrasts with Mexico’s stated humanitarian objectives to protect migrant rights and offer employment opportunities to those who remain in the country.
Sheinbaum reiterated the focus on addressing migration’s root causes, stating, “We’re aiming not just for containment in the south but also for job opportunities.”
Concerns from Migrant Advocates Over Increasingly Strict Policies
Despite Mexico’s humanitarian intentions, migrant advocates worry these containment efforts may intensify as the U.S. adopts stricter policies. Jose Maria Garcia, director of a Tijuana migrant shelter, expressed concern that enforcement measures “will only grow stronger under the new U.S. administration.”
Darlin Castro, a Venezuelan migrant in southern Mexico, voiced her frustration, saying, “Mexico claims it supports migrants, but that’s not the reality.”
This complex border situation highlights the challenges both Mexico and the U.S. face in balancing migration management with humanitarian concerns as political pressures continue to evolve.
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