Guatemala-Mexico ties look set to strengthen

Significance The meeting is the latest sign of increasing cooperation between the neighbours since Arevalo took office in January. Both leaders aim to address shared migration challenges to bolster US relations, improve security in their border region and boost development by attracting foreign investment. Impacts Cartel violence in border areas such as Chiapas will maintain pressure for cross-border security cooperation. Infrastructure projects will spark environmental concerns and raise corruption risks. Greater Mexico-Guatemala cooperation may improve the prospects of Belize joining the Maya Train project.