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As independence celebrations begin, Mexico's historical enemy and trading partner is militarising the border region.
Chris Arsenault Last Modified: 15 Sep 2010 22:42 GMT
As Mexicans celebrate the 200th anniversary of their independence from Spain, evoking a history of resistance against colonialism, a disturbing development unfolds on the countrys northern border: a fleet of US Predator B drones has been deployed on constant patrol.
Fireworks will blast and flags will soar south of the Rio Grande in the most expensive festivities Mexico has ever seen, however the bicentennial may be over-shadowed by growing tensions with the country's biggest trading partner and fiercest historical adversary.
"There is a feeling of increased militarisation on the border," says Juanita Darling, a professor of international relations at San Francisco State University.
Fears of Latino migrants and spiraling drug violence in Mexico, have led the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to deploy drones to monitor the entire border since September 1, along with a further deployment of 1,200 troops and other measures, as part of a $600m package for "enhanced security".
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US drones prowl Mexico bicentennial - Features - Al Jazeera English
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Drones are not enough to stop the invasion of the United States. We need "skull cracking" police to stop their invasion rallies and a military build up on the border that is ready to start "immigrating" deep into Mexico.