Safeguarding U.S. and Mexican Security Interests in 2022

Adopted at the 2021 High-Level Security Dialogue, the Bicentennial Understanding created a comprehensive, innovative, and long-term strategy for bilateral security cooperation.

Safeguarding U.S. and Mexican Security Interests in 2022
Peace and Safety between the United States and Mexico in 2022. Photo by Greg Bulla / Unsplash

The Bicentennial Understanding, adopted at the 2021 High-Level Security Dialogue, established a comprehensive, innovative and long-term approach to guide our bilateral security cooperation. Mexico and the United States remain committed to an enduring partnership based on trust and mutual respect for sovereignty and independence.

The Bicentennial Understanding reiterates the commitment of both countries to take concrete actions on both sides of the border, including on human smuggling and trafficking, violence and illicit weapons, as well as drug addiction and illicit drugs.