Day 1 Highlights: May 8, 2025
The 88th Mexican Banking Convention, a significant economic and financial event in the country, kicks off on May 8, 2025. The convention will feature notable figures and discussions that impact Mexico’s banking sector.
Morning Agenda
- 9:00 AM: Signing of the updated Mexican banking sustainability protocol and a convenio between the ABM (Mexican Bankers Association) and the Secretaría de Finanzas of Mexico City.
- 9:40 AM: Press conference led by Julio Carranza Bolívar, outgoing president of the ABM.
- 9:45 AM: Panel discussion on “International Financial Compliance Standards,” featuring Elisa de Anda Madrazo (GAFI President), Narciso Campos Cuevas (White & Case Socio), José Luis Stein-Velasco González-Casanova (HSBC Regional Head of Financial Crime for Mexico and Latin America).
Mid-Morning Agenda
At 10:45 AM, the panel “Role of SMEs in the Economy and Their Financing by Banks” will take place, with participants including:
- Altagracia Gómez Sierra, Coordinator of the Federal Government’s Business Advisory Council
- Luis Antonio Ramírez Pineda, General Director of Nafin–Bancomext
- Graciela Márquez Colín, President of the INEGI
- Eduardo Osuna Osuna, Vice President of the Board and General Director, Grupo Financiero BBVA
Afternoon Agenda
The inaugural ceremony, featuring Claudia Sheinbaum (President of Mexico City), will commence at 5:00 PM.
Key Figures and Their Relevance
Claudia Sheinbaum, as the President of Mexico City, plays a crucial role in shaping the city’s policies and initiatives. Her participation in the 88th Mexican Banking Convention highlights her commitment to fostering economic growth and sustainability within the region.
Julio Carranza Bolívar, outgoing president of the ABM, has been instrumental in guiding Mexico’s banking sector through various challenges and opportunities. His press conference on Day 1 sets the stage for discussions on financial compliance standards.
Elisa de Anda Madrazo, President of the GAFI (Group of Action Financial International), brings international expertise to the panel on financial compliance standards. Her insights will be valuable for shaping Mexico’s banking regulations.
Narciso Campos Cuevas and José Luis Stein-Velasco González-Casanova, representing White & Case and HSBC respectively, will contribute their knowledge on international financial crime prevention and regulatory compliance.
Key Questions and Answers
- Q: Who is Claudia Sheinbaum? A: Claudia Sheinbaum is the President of Mexico City, known for her dedication to sustainable development and economic growth.
- Q: Why is the 88th Mexican Banking Convention significant? A: This convention brings together key figures in Mexico’s banking sector to discuss critical issues, such as sustainability, financial compliance standards, and the role of SMEs in the economy.
- Q: Who are the panelists discussing international financial compliance standards? A: Elisa de Anda Madrazo (GAFI President), Narciso Campos Cuevas (White & Case Socio), and José Luis Stein-Velasco González-Casanova (HSBC Regional Head of Financial Crime for Mexico and Latin America) will participate in this panel.
