During the “Peninsular Pride” meeting, the governors of Campeche, Layda Sansores; Quintana Roo, Mara Lezama; and Yucatán, Joaquín Díaz Mena, expressed concerns about the withdrawal of at least 1,000 National Guard members from the region. The governors discussed the potential negative impact on citizen security due to the reduction of 500 officers from Campeche, 360 from Yucatán, and 180 from Quintana Roo.
Sansores San Román highlighted that President Claudia Sheinbaum’s decision aimed to reduce the number of National Guard officers in states with lower crime rates. She noted that continuous training of new officers would eventually restore surveillance in these areas.
Lezama emphasized the main topics addressed at the meeting, particularly security. The three federal entities agreed to share intelligence information to combat major crimes and to create a common database for quicker identification of suspected criminals.
The governors also agreed to increase international promotion of the Mayan Train to attract more tourists to the region, boosting economic benefits.
By establishing a common agenda on security, tourism, forest fire prevention, health, and the environment, the governors aim to address shared challenges and enhance regional cooperation.
Source: La Jornada
