Context and Background
In a recent statement, Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo reaffirmed her country’s commitment to peace amidst international tensions. She invoked the words of Pope Francis and Mexico’s constitutional principles governing its foreign policy. The call for peace comes from various sectors, including political parties and prominent figures like former Mexican Secretary of Government, Alejandro Encinas.
Mexico’s Stance on Peace and Diplomacy
President Sheinbaum Pardo emphasized that Mexico will always be a force for peace, adhering to Article 89, fraction X of the Constitution Political. This article outlines principles such as non-intervention, peaceful resolution of disputes, self-determination of peoples, prohibition of force use, equality among states, international cooperation for development, respect and promotion of human rights, and the pursuit of international peace and security.
She further urged the United Nations (UN) to actively participate in global peace efforts, stating, “The UN must be more than ever the institution that calls for the construction of peace.”
Support from Political Parties and Public Figures
The ruling party, Morena, echoed the commitment to peace and justice, reinforcing that Mexico’s foreign policy is guided by constitutional principles of peaceful dispute resolution, human rights respect, and self-determination of peoples.
Luisa María Alcalde, head of Morena, affirmed that both the government and the Fourth Transformation movement will always be “factors of peace.” Meanwhile, Mexico City’s Chief, Clara Brugada, expressed her strong support for the president’s message: “We embrace the path of peace proposed by the president: diplomacy, mutual respect, and solidarity among nations.”
Strong Condemnation from Former Official
Former Mexican Secretary of Government, Alejandro Encinas, was more forceful in his condemnation of U.S. President Donald Trump, labeling him a “supremacist and genocide.” On social media, Encinas called for action against injustice: “Let’s fight for peace and reason.”
Church’s Support for Peace Initiatives
The Mexican Bishops Conference (CEM) also joined the chorus of voices advocating for peace. In a statement, the Mexican Church supported Pope Francis’s call to halt war and promote dialogue. “War is always a defeat, and peace is only achieved through dialogue, disarming and disarming,” they stated, referencing Pope Leon XIII as well.
Moreover, CEM requested all the country’s dioceses to observe a week of prayer for peace.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is Mexico’s stance on global peace efforts? Mexico, under President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, advocates for peace and diplomacy, adhering to constitutional principles that prioritize non-intervention, peaceful dispute resolution, and respect for human rights.
- How has Mexico’s political landscape responded to the call for peace? Political parties, such as Morena, and public figures like Alejandro Encinas have expressed their support for peace initiatives. The Mexican Church has also joined the call, urging dialogue and prayer for global peace.
- What criticism has been directed at U.S. President Donald Trump? Former Mexican Secretary of Government, Alejandro Encinas, has strongly condemned President Trump, labeling him a “supremacist and genocide.”
