The Minister of Defense holds an invitation with the head of the northern leadership of the United States

Ministry of National Defense (Defense) He announced that General Ricardo Trevella Trejo, head of the agency, made a video call with General Gregory M. Gilot, Commander of the Northern Leadership of the Northern Command for USAWith the aim of monitoring the mechanisms of bilateral safety cooperation.

During the virtual meeting, which was requested by the US party, both military leaders highlighted the developments that were achieved thanks to the joint action between the armed forces and the civil authorities in Mexico and the United States. Among the main results indicated by the Ministry of Internal Security (DHS) is a 97 percent decrease in illegal crosses on the common border, as well as an increase of 59 percent in ammunition attacks and weapons, compared to the same period in the previous year.

Likewise, a decrease of 70 percent in Fintanel guaranteeThe confiscation of 20,000 pounds of drugs such as heroin and metamafitamine in the last 90 days, which represents a 45 % general decrease in the confiscation of these substances.

In addition to reviewing security achievements, generals have dealt with issues related to promoting military training and academic exchange since 2016 as part of bilateral agreements. These programs promote the exchange of tactical experiences and procedures, according to the principle of respecting the sovereignty of both countries.

The defense stressed that this dialogue reaffirms the commitment to preserve the open and direct elements and based on mutual respect, and to continue to develop a strong and effective military relationship in favor of Mexican and American societies.

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