The magazine that analyzes the power of Mexican municipalities in the economy, governance and Mexico's relationship with the world.

In a context where interdependence between Mexico and the United States goes beyond economics and politics, cross-border crime has become a shared threat that undermines public safety, distorts markets, and violates human rights on both sides of the border. In 2024, data showed modest progress in preventive efforts, but these remain insufficient when facing the sophistication and constant evolution of criminal networks involved in drug trafficking, human smuggling, and the il

In a context where geopolitics, economics, and technology are more deeply intertwined than ever, the border cities between Mexico and the United States are emerging as true laboratories of binational innovation. Far from being zones of conflict or forgotten peripheries, these territories have become epicenters for testing cutting-edge solutions in mobility, logistics, sustainability, public health, and digital governance. In 2024, this trend accelerated, driven by unprecedent

Along the 3,200-kilometer corridor that both divides and connects Mexico and the United States—through deserts, industrial cities, and binational communities—public safety has evolved from a domestic matter into a shared priority. Historically plagued by organized crime, human trafficking, and the illegal flow of drugs, weapons, and money, the border region is now witnessing a shift: in 2024, binational public safety initiatives became permanent structures designed to anticip