Tuesday, May 17, 2010

U.S. and Mexican Presidents to meet on Bilateral Security

Presidency of the Republic

President Felipe Calderón declared that he will discuss common problems between Mexico and the United States, such as the violence caused by organized crime and drug trafficking, with his counterpart Barack Obama on his forthcoming visit to Washington.

“Because the main historic and social origin of this serious problem is precisely that: drug trafficking towards the world's largest drug consumer, our neighbor, the United States of America," he said.

The Mexican President hailed the public strategy recently announced by President Barack Obama, focusing on the reduction of drug consumption in the United States, particularly among the youth.

“I hail the announcement of this policy to reduce consumption, and I hope that it will be successful for the good of both American youth and Mexico," he said.

The President added that his government is focusing on promoting sport, since sports keep youth away from addictions and contribute to the prevention of illnesses such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

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Press Release: Presidency of the Republic, May 12, 2010, Mexico City; translation Presidency of the Republic