Mexico’s PVEM Backs AI, Drones, Big Data for Public Safety Reform

Members of the Ecologist Green Party of Mexico (PVEM) have introduced a legislative proposal to reform the General Law of the National Public Security System. The initiative, presented by Senator Juanita Guerra Mena, seeks to incorporate advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, drones, and big data to combat organized crime and enhance national security.

“This proposal reaffirms our commitment to the citizens who entrusted us with their vote,” Guerra stated, emphasizing the urgency of leveraging cutting-edge tools to address rising crime rates. The reforms aim to modernize security forces, professionalize police units, and establish a unique national ID containing biometric data to improve law enforcement efficiency.

Guerra highlighted the deficiencies in Mexico's current security infrastructure, which lacks effective interconnection between federal, state, and municipal platforms. This gap, she explained, limits the government’s ability to respond swiftly to organized crime. The proposal includes measures to improve interconnectivity, enhance data collection and analysis capabilities, and train security personnel to use these technologies effectively.

The initiative draws on international success stories, including the FBI’s biometric system, which handles over 140,000 daily queries, and the European Union’s INSPECTr project, which enhances police cooperation through data analysis. “While countries like the United States and Chile have integrated digital tools into their public safety policies, Mexico still lacks a comprehensive national strategy,” Guerra noted.

A key element of the proposal is upgrading “Plataforma México,” the country’s national information platform, with AI, drones, and big data technologies. The plan aims to align Mexico with nations that have already embraced technology to strengthen public safety.

The initiative also supports the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 16, promoting peace, justice, and strong institutions. Guerra emphasized that the reforms align with President Claudia Sheinbaum’s campaign promises to use technology as a tool for peace and justice.