On the International Migrants Day, President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo reaffirmed the Mexican government’s position in favor of protection and cooperation for development, emphasizing that the country “is written with an M for Migrant.” Through the “Mexico Embraces You” strategy, 145,537 repatriations have been carried out and 846,000 services have been provided to returning Mexican nationals.
During her morning press conference, the president condemned all forms of criminalization against migrants and stressed that her administration promotes job alternatives in Mexico or assistance for the safe return to countries of origin. She emphasized that this strategy is based on empathy, international cooperation, and respect for human rights.
Secretary of the Interior Rosa Icela Rodríguez reported that, from January 20 to December 17, there were 116,156 land repatriations and 29,381 by air. Currently, nine care centers operate in seven states with a total capacity of 1,800 people, offering services such as food, transportation, identity paperwork, IMSS enrollment, and reintegration support.
For his part, INM commissioner Salomón Céspedes Peregrina stated that the “Winter 2025 Heroines and Heroes Paisanos” program has provided 463,879 services and supported the Organized Paisanos Caravan, which entered through Tamaulipas with over 20,000 Mexican nationals. Additionally, consular support has been strengthened with funds from the “Mexico with an M for Migrant” lottery, raising 115 million pesos to reinforce legal defense, visits to detention centers, and humanitarian assistance.
Finally, Finabien director Rocío Mejía Flores reported that 91,380 Finabien Paisan@ Cards have been distributed. Recognized by Profeco as the best option for sending remittances, this card also allows users to receive salaries, send IMSS contributions, obtain repatriation insurance, and make purchases both online and in physical stores.
