Three northeastern Mexican states are intensifying their security cooperation to combat rising organized crime along the U.S.-Mexico border, a development that could impact travelers and tourists in the region.
The governors of Tamaulipas, Coahuila, and Nuevo León announced enhanced joint security measures following their Third Northeast Region Public Security Reunion in Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas.
The northeast corridor of Mexico has become a hotspot for organized crime activities, including drug trafficking, human trafficking, and extortion. According to Tamaulipas Governor Américo Villarreal, recent increases in kidnapping and extortion cases are partly due to higher migrant repatriation numbers, which create more potential victims.
Key Initiatives in the Security Plan
The security plan includes several key initiatives that could affect travelers:
- Increased security measures in cities along the U.S. border
- Reinforced state border operations
- Greater police presence on highways leading south
- Tighter regulations on vehicles, especially those with U.S. registration
The three states will also strengthen intelligence-sharing, improve communications systems, and enhance police training programs to prevent criminals from committing crimes in one state and fleeing to another.
Additionally, Tamaulipas is working to rebuild municipal police forces in four major cities: Tampico, Altamira, Ciudad Madero, and Matamoros. Most municipal police forces in the state were disbanded in 2011-2012 due to infiltration by organized crime elements.
Travelers to northeastern Mexico should remain aware of these security developments and follow local advisories when planning trips to border regions.
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