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Reaffirming the strategic partnership between the United States and Mexico, and recognizing bilateral cooperation that advances the national security and national interests of both countries.

S. Res. 102 · 115th Congress · Mar 29, 2017 · Lineage

RESOLUTION

That the Senate—
(1)
reaffirms the strategic partnership between the United States and Mexico, which is vital for the national security and economic well-being of both nations;
(2)
supports continued diplomatic, economic, and security cooperation between the United States and Mexico, including undertaking joint efforts to address the common security challenges and opportunities for improved commerce that exist across their nearly 2,000-mile border;
(3)
encourages enhanced security cooperation between the United States and Mexican militaries and law enforcement agencies to address common challenges such as counterterrorism and counternarcotics, including the increased trafficking of heroin and fentanyl;
(4)
commits to continue the United States Government's partnership with the Government of Mexico to combat the transnational criminal organizations that are undermining the rule of law in Mexico and projecting their influence in the form of illicit trafficking of weapons, money, people, and drugs across the United States Southern Border;
(5)
supports efforts by the Government of Mexico to strengthen the rule of law, reduce corruption, and advance civil and human rights; and
(6)
remains committed to a relationship between the United States and Mexico that is based on mutual respect and the promotion of shared democratic values and principles.