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Rubio Calls Velasco, Congratulates, Encourages Cooperation

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with new Mexican Foreign Secretary Roberto Velasco on April 9, 2026, to congratulate him on his appointment and encourage close cooperation on bilateral issues. Rubio also addressed efforts to deter mass illegal immigration, secure borders, and promote regional stability.

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The State Department released a readout of Secretary Rubio's call with newly appointed Mexican Foreign Secretary Roberto Velasco. The call focused on congratulating Velasco, encouraging close cooperation on bilateral priorities, and discussing efforts to deter illegal immigration, secure borders, and promote regional stability.

This is a diplomatic communication with no regulatory or compliance implications. It reflects ongoing U.S.-Mexico engagement on shared priorities including immigration and border security, but imposes no obligations on regulated entities.

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Apr 10, 2026

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Home Office of the Spokesperson Press Releases Secretary Rubio’s Call with Mexican Foreign Secretary Velasco

Secretary Rubio’s Call with Mexican Foreign Secretary Velasco

Readout

Office of the Spokesperson

April 9, 2026

The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott:

Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke today with new Mexican Foreign Secretary Roberto Velasco to congratulate him on his position and encourage close cooperation on many key issues for both countries.  Secretary Rubio also addressed efforts to deter mass illegal immigration, secure our borders, and promote regional stability.

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Bilateral Relations and Engagement Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs Mexico Office of the Spokesperson The Secretary of State

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Agency
DOS
Published
April 9th, 2026
Instrument
Notice
Legal weight
Non-binding
Stage
Final
Change scope
Minor

Who this affects

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Government agencies
Industry sector
9211 Government & Public Administration
Activity scope
Diplomatic engagement Bilateral cooperation
Geographic scope
United States US

Taxonomy

Primary area
International Trade
Operational domain
Compliance
Topics
Immigration Defense & National Security

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