**U.S. Security Head Highlights National Guard Deployment at the Border; ‘Much Work Remains,’ She Says**
On March 28, 2025, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo met with Kristin Noem, head of the United States Department of Homeland Security, at the National Palace. President Sheinbaum expressed optimism about the collaboration between Mexico and the U.S., emphasizing that their relationship is rooted in mutual respect and cooperation.
Secretary Noem acknowledged the deployment of the National Guard at the border and Mexico’s acceptance of deportation flights as positive steps in tackling border security issues. However, she stressed that more needs to be done to curb drug trafficking and unauthorized immigration. “Our partnership aims to restore safety across the U.S. and Central American regions,” she added.
Sheinbaum Pardo also noted that the meeting was part of Noem’s international tour and would focus on the Mexican security strategy. The meeting’s agenda included discussions about cooperation and coordination in maintaining national sovereignty.
The visit was clarified as being unrelated to the tariffs proposed by former President Trump, set to take effect on April 2, 2025, focusing instead on security strategy coordination. The Mexican President highlighted that the meeting would review progress following recent security discussions between both nations in Washington D.C.
**Related Development: U.S. and Mexico Commit to New Border Security Measures**
In the wake of ongoing border challenges, U.S. and Mexican officials have agreed to implement additional security measures along the shared border. Discussions during recent bilateral meetings in Washington D.C. have led to new commitments, including broader intelligence-sharing initiatives and enhanced cross-border operations targeting illegal activities.
The initiatives aim to bolster efforts against trafficking and unauthorized migration while ensuring the security of both nations. These new measures are considered vital in addressing the continuous flow of illegal substances and undocumented migrants, a significant concern for both countries.
With this cooperative framework, both nations look forward to implementing solutions that ensure secure borders while respecting human rights and sovereign policies. The upcoming discussions will focus on refining these strategies to adapt to evolving border security dynamics.