In the midst of intense political and economic pressures, Mexican authorities reported last Tuesday that they detained 5,234 migrants during various operations conducted in just one day. This action comes as U.S. President-elect Donald Trump demands stricter measures to curb migration flows into the United States.
Coordinated Operations and Results
The Mexican Navy (Semar), in collaboration with the Army, the National Guard, and state police, supported the National Institute of Migration (INM) in these operations. According to official figures, 349,625 migrants have been intercepted between October 1 and December 3, 2024.
While authorities did not specify the regions where the operations took place or the nationalities of the detained migrants, they emphasized that these actions are part of ongoing efforts to manage migration flows toward the northern border.
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Trump’s Pressure and Repercussions
President-elect Donald Trump has announced plans to impose a 25% tariff on products from Mexico and Canada if effective measures are not taken to curb irregular migration and fentanyl trafficking into the United States. These statements have caused volatility in financial markets and impacted the value of the Mexican peso.
In response, Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum held a phone call with Trump to discuss joint strategies against fentanyl trafficking, one of the primary points of contention between the two nations.
Historic Fentanyl Seizure
In addition to the migrant detentions, Mexican security forces carried out one of the largest fentanyl seizures in the country’s history. In the state of Sinaloa, known as the base of the Sinaloa Cartel, authorities confiscated 1,100 kilograms of the substance—equivalent to 20 million doses with an estimated value of $400 million.
Concerns and Perspectives
International organizations, such as the United Nations, have expressed concerns about the use of security forces in migration control operations, citing potential human rights violations. However, migration experts, like Israel Ibarra from the College of the Northern Border (Colef), note that these actions reflect efforts to meet bilateral commitments and contain migration flows.
The migration situation in Mexico will remain a key issue in U.S.-Mexico relations, especially with the start of the new administration in January 2025. Collaboration and adherence to agreements will be crucial in addressing the challenges of this complex dynamic.
From: https://www.vozdeamerica.com/a/mexico-intercepta-miles-migrantes-en-un-dia/7887439.html
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