Mexican Border Corruption Descried

Mexico, Apr 16 (Prensa Latina) The mass influx of illegal immigrants across Mexico s southern border and the level of violence and corruption there was the unhappy focus of authorities Monday, who are pessimistic about finding solutions.


Mexico s Interior Ministry admitted there is still no sign of solution to the problem, nor others such as drug trafficking and arms trade.



Undersecretary of Population, Migration and Religious Affairs Florencio Salazar told Prensa Latina that later this month, that entity will revise the comprehensive program for the border Mexico shares with Guatemala and Belize.



He said the plan will be submitted to Congress, and predicted it would contain imposition of severe fines to discourage entering Mexican territory illegally.



It would also involve a five-year visa for professional work in Mexico and extension of temporary work programs for Central Americans.



Salazar explained that they are trying to multiply vigilance for a better level of security with respect for human rights and the agreements signed in the region.



Mexico is the key country in the new strategy of US security in Central America to provide absolute security of its own borders.



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