Roberto Velasco Álvarez, Mexico's new Foreign Relations Minister, has had his first working telephone call with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who discussed security and migration issues during the call. The two leaders also discussed efforts to deter mass illegal immigration, secure borders, and promote regional stability. VelasCo, who was confirmed as Mexico's top diplomat by the Senate, will have to navigate challenges such as addressing challenges of human mobility while respecting human rights of individuals. He will also face threats from US President Donald Trump regarding military incursions into Mexico against drug cartels.