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Mexico Presents Security Strategy to Envoys as REC 2026 Shifts Toward World Cup Readiness

The gathering aligns Mexico’s diplomatic network with a four‑pillar security plan linked to expanded international cooperation.

Overview

  • Security officials briefed ambassadors and consuls on the four pillars of the national strategy—addressing root causes, consolidating the National Guard, strengthening intelligence and investigations, and tighter cabinet coordination.
  • The navy detailed participation in the multinational Naval Campaign ORIÓN involving 62 countries, while the defense ministry cited coordination with 28 nations and called the diplomatic service a first line of defense.
  • Foreign Minister Juan Ramón de la Fuente directed embassies to promote Mexico as a capable and secure 2026 World Cup host as FIFA and federal and state authorities outlined consular, migration and visitor‑security protocols.
  • World Cup coordinator Gabriela Cuevas said playoff matches begin in 79 days in Guadalajara and Monterrey, triggering early rehearsals for visas, customs and migration processes for visiting teams and fans.
  • Day two broadened coordination with the interior ministry and congressional leaders on governance, consular protection and multilateral priorities, with the SRE noting new outreach plans that include opening Kenya’s embassy in Mexico.