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President Vicente Fox urges comprehensive migration reform and closer Mexico–Utah ties in joint legislative address

Utah State Legislature (joint convention) · May 24, 2006
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President Vicente Fox told a joint convention of the Utah Legislature that Mexico seeks comprehensive, humane migration reform and deeper economic ties with Utah; legislators moved to spread his full remarks in the House and Senate journals and adjourned by voice vote.

President Vicente Fox, president of the United Mexican States, told a joint convention of the Utah Legislature that Mexico seeks "a legal, safe and orderly" migration system that protects human rights and reflects shared responsibility between the two nations.

Fox used a broad address to highlight Mexico's recent political and economic reforms, citing lower inflation, larger international reserves and expanded social and education programs. "Mexico does not promote nor support undocumented migration," he said, and outlined a five-point position that calls for cooperation, protection of human rights, enforcement against human smuggling, and…

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