This is interesting and honestly I'm glad to know the truth from someone who is there, even if it's just for a short visit.

I remember someone from Mexico on Hive, who's been always saying the country is not safe and once they said they were dragged out of a taxi at night and had their phone and money stolen.

Then there was HiveFest in Mexico a couple of years ago and people were saying they were advised not to leave the premises of the hotel and that cars with armed officers were patrolling outside all the time.

I guess it depends on where you are and how you look at it. But it's good to know you have a positive experience.