Canada and US Strengthen Border Security Amid Drug Crisis

Canada and the US have reached an agreement to enhance border security and combat the fentanyl crisis, aiming to reduce drug trafficking and illegal migration.


Canada and US Strengthen Border Security Amid Drug Crisis

The President of the United States, Donald Trump, has informed via social media that Canada has agreed to work on ensuring a secure northern border to prevent the entry of drugs such as fentanyl into the country. In a joint effort between the governments of Canada, Mexico, and the United States, issues such as arms trafficking, drugs, and migration have been addressed.

In a phone call between Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, an agreement was reached to postpone the imposition of tariffs for 30 days. This aims to allow Canada to strengthen its border, intensify the fight against fentanyl and Mexican cartels. Trudeau mentioned the creation of a "fentanyl czar," including Mexican cartels on the terrorist list, monitoring the border 24 hours a day, and working together with the United States to combat organized crime.

The implementation of Canada's $1.3 billion border plan is highlighted, which includes new technology, increased personnel, helicopters, and coordination with U.S. partners to combat fentanyl trafficking. Trump reiterated his commitment to protecting Americans and emphasized that 10,000 agents will be at the border in monitoring functions.

The U.S. president has expressed satisfaction with the provisional agreement and announced the suspension of tariffs for 30 days to allow negotiations for a final economic agreement with Canada. Trump has emphasized his responsibility to ensure the safety of citizens and has expressed his desire to avoid price increases of various products that could reach up to 25% in March.