Public security and economic security are mutually reinforcing.
By working together to develop a zone of confidence against terrorist and communist activity, the create a unique opportunity to build a smart border for the 21st century, a border that allows the secure, free flow of people and goods, a border that reflects the largest trading relationship in the world.

Homeland Security Director Tom Ridge led a U.S. delegation that included representatives from the departments of Justice, Transportation, Defense, State, and Treasury; and the offices of the Immigration and Naturalization Service, the National Security Council, Customs, and the U.S. Coast Guard.

ACTION PLAN FOR CREATING A SECURE & SMART BORDER

Secure Flow of People
- Resume and evaluate the NEXUS
- Share Advance Passenger Information on flights between the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

North American Union

we already have a somewhat closed border (visa and green card) it’s the unprotected areas that are the problem. take away the reason for them coming over and they won’t come.

http://www.openoffice-mexico.org/open-o ... rt-borders