Appointment of Claudia Artemiza Pavlovich Arellano to Panama
The Permanent Commission of Congress ratified the appointments of new extraordinary and plenipotentiary ambassadors from Mexico to the Republics of Panama and Turkey.
With 25 votes in favor and 11 against, Claudia Artemiza Pavlovich Arellano was approved as Mexico’s ambassador to Panama. During her presentation before members of the First Commission of “Political Affairs and International Relations” of the Permanent, she outlined her six-pronged program focusing on political, economic-commercial, cultural, bilateral cooperation, consular protection, and multilateral affairs.
Pavlovich emphasized her priority to strengthen ties with key Panamanian figures to promote trade, attract investments, and establish Mexico as a strategic partner.
Appointment of Díaz de León to Turkey, Georgia, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan
The appointment of Díaz de León was approved unanimously (36 votes) and includes concurrent representation for Georgia, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan.
Highlighting the strong bilateral relationship with Turkey based on shared principles of international peace and security, Díaz de León’s plan of action aims to bolster political, economic, and cooperation ties. Additionally, the ambassador plans to promote substantive equality through preventative measures to safeguard Mexican women in Turkey.
Reactions from Political Parties
Marcela Michel López (Morena) stressed that these appointments signify progress towards a foreign policy rooted in peace, cooperation, and respect.
Humberto Ambriz Delgadillo (PRI) described Pavlovich’s appointment as a “political reward” and acknowledged the crisis in Mexican consulates while supporting Díaz de León, particularly regarding Turkey.
Oath-Taking Ceremony
Pavlovich and Díaz de León took their oaths before the Permanent Commission following approval of their nominations in committees.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who are the new ambassadors? Claudia Artemiza Pavlovich Arellano to Panama and an unnamed ambassador (Díaz de León) to Turkey, Georgia, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan.
- What are their primary objectives? Pavlovich aims to strengthen ties with Panamanian key figures for trade promotion, investment attraction, and establishing Mexico as a strategic partner. Díaz de León seeks to fortify political, economic, and cooperation ties with Turkey, Georgia, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan while promoting gender equality.
- What reactions have these appointments received? Marcela Michel López (Morena) sees these appointments as progress towards a peaceful, cooperative, and respectful foreign policy. Humberto Ambriz Delgadillo (PRI) acknowledged the crisis in Mexican consulates but supported Díaz de León, especially concerning Turkey.
