Ken Salazar, the US ambassador to Mexico, spoke about the violent events that took place in different parts of Mexican territory and demanded results from the government in terms of security.
The diplomat proposed a press conference on August 18, and one of the most important points he raised was the insecurity that exists in the country where he currently resides. He added that nations have the right to live without fear.
However, he clarified that the violent events that took place in Guanajuato, Jalisco, Ciudad Juarez and other places in Mexico are not acts of terrorism.
Salazar assured that the wave of violence that swept the country had a real impact on investment, as they “cooled” not only in the United States, but also in other countries.
After meeting with businessmen, the diplomat mentioned that he had been approached to express his concern about what was happening in Mexico. “People in the private sector have told me that sometimes they can’t raise their voice because if they do, threats will come, it shouldn’t be”, he warned.
He assured that the issue of security is the most important on the bilateral agenda of both countries, and is also one of the items agreed in the Bicentennial Agreement.
Salazar also offered financial resources and support to the Mexican government to combat insecurity. He said that the solution to the problem of insecurity is achieved through cooperation between various levels of government, business people, civil society and the support that the United States can provide.
“We have interest and resources to support state and republic governments,” the diplomat said.
The ambassador’s statements came after the U.S. State Department released its annual update “Mexico travel advice”, in which US citizens are asked not to travel to six states of the republic.
Colima, Michoacán, Zacatecas, Warrior, Tamaulipas D Sinaloa These are the states that have been included on this list, and citizens are also being asked to reconsider their visit to seven other entities: Morelos, Guanajuato, Jalisco, Durango, Chihuahua, Sonora, and Baja California.
“Violent crimes such as murder, kidnapping, vehicle theft and robbery are rampant in Mexico,” Salazar said after the travel warning was issued.
Source: La Opinion
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