About the
Ambassador Agency for International Development Administers U.S. foreign economic and humanitarian assistance in four areas: population and health; broad-based economic growth; environment; and democracy. We carry out a variety of trade services geared to helping first time and seasoned U. S. exporters sell and promote their products into the Mexican market. Foreign Agriculture Service Responsible for USDA’s overseas market information and trade policy activities, including analysis of supply and demand conditions, trade trends, and market access issues. Animal Plant Health Inspection Service APHIS’ mission in Mexico is to facilitate trade between Mexico and the United States while preventing the spread of exotic pests and diseases of plants and animals and to participate in cooperative efforts to control or eradicate pests of concern to Mexico and American agriculture. American Battle Monuments Commission Operates and maintains the Mexico City National Cemetery, founded in 1851 to inter the remains of U.S. military personnel who gave their lives in service during the Mexican-American War. The Library features a collection focused on U.S. politics, economics, and society. In addition, clients may call in specific reference questions or visit the library to do research. The library is open to the public. U.S. Commercial Service Develops, produces, markets, and manages an effective line of services geared to the marketing needs of U.S. exporters. Consular Affairs The Consular Section provides assistance to American citizens and issues visas to Mexican citizens. U.S. Customs and Border Protection The CBP ensures that all goods and persons entering and exiting the United States do so in accordance with all United States laws and regulations. Consists of the Army, Navy, and Coast Guard attaches. Works with Mexican military organizations. Office of Defense Coordination (ODC) Manages all US Department of Defense Security Assistance programs in Mexico; provides training opportunities for military personnel and technical support for the military. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Mexico City Country Office The lead federal agency in enforcing narcotics and controlled substances laws and regulations. Office of Economic Affairs The Office of Economic Affairs studies the economy in Mexico, works with local experts, and analyzes trends in the Mexican economy. Office of Environment, Science, and Technology This State Department office in the Embassy coordinates, facilitates, and promotes U.S.-Mexico relations in environment, science, technology and health. Key areas of responsibility include policy and research in water, climate, fisheries, biodiversity, natural resources, geology, astronomy, and medicine. Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services Responsible for the examination of aliens who are seeking to enter or reside permanently in the United States. Investigates, prosecutes and removes violators of the Immigration laws. Prevents and deters unlawful entry into the United States. Follows developments in Mexican labor-management relations, labor law, regulations and practices. Develops and maintains contacts within the Mexican Secretariat of Labor, labor organizations, and with labor lawyers, labor economists, and industrial relations executives. Promotes cooperation under the provisions of the NAFTA Labor Side Agreement. Advises U.S. businesses on the labor situation in Mexico. Responsible for administering the personnel functions of the Embassy. The Embassy in Mexico may hire American citizens and Mexican citizens, within the limitations set forth in U.S. government regulations. Political Affairs The Political Affairs office closely follows politics in Mexico and serves as an important liaison between U. S. and Mexican political leaders. Public Affairs Section (formerly USIS) The Office of Public Affairs handles all press, cultural, information, and educational programs of the U.S. government in Mexico in order to build greater understanding of an appreciation for the United States and its policies. The Regional Security Office is responsible for the security of the Embassy, Consulates and their employees. They also work with local security officials to try to improve security for everyone who visits Mexico. Assists American companies to do business in Mexico. Center has facilities for trade shows and conferences. United States Treasury Provides financial and macro-economic analyses on Mexico to the Department of the Treasury and other U.S. government agencies and economic reports for public distribution. RELATED ORGANIZATIONSUnited States/Mexico Commission for Educational and Cultural Exchange (COMEXUS)An independent organization founded and funded by the Government of Mexico and the United States Government which administers scholarships and grants for educational exchange. It is most well known for its administration of the Fulbright program. United States/Mexico Fund for Culture A joint initiative of Mexico's National Fund for Culture and the Arts (FONCA), the Bancomer Cultural Foundation, and The Rockefeller Foundation, whose aim is to encourage a creative and fertile dialogue between the artistic and cultural communities of Mexico and the U.S., as well as their respective audiences. Institute for International Education Promotes educational counseling services, dispenses information on the TOEFL, SAT, GMAT, and GRE exams for admission to U.S. universities, and administers a number of scholarship programs for study in the U.S. It is a registration center for the TOEFL and a testing center for computer-based testing for the GRE. It is the office for the Regional Educational Advising Consultancy for Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean for the United States Information Agency. Provides textbooks and other educational materials, primarily in Spanish, at low costs to the university community in Latin America. U.S. State Offices
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