Introduction to the Raisina Dialogue
In 2026, Mérida, Yucatán will become the first American city to host the Raisina Dialogue, a prestigious international forum on geopolitics and geoeconomics. This event will establish Yucatán as a global reference point for dialogue and innovation.
Background on the Raisina Dialogue
The Raisina Dialogue, co-organized by the Observer Research Foundation and India’s Ministry of External Affairs, is one of the most influential global forums on geopolitical and geoeconomic issues. Since 2016, it has brought together political, economic, media, and civil society leaders from over 100 countries to discuss and propose solutions for current and future global challenges.
Key Figures in the Announcement
The announcement was made during a meeting led by Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, Marcelo Ebrard; Yucatán Governor Joaquín Díaz Mena; Observer Research Foundation President Samir Saran; and Yucatán Secretary of Economy and Labor (SETY) Ermilo Barrera Novelo.
Impact on Yucatán
Yucatán’s selection as the host for the Raisina Dialogue presents a unique opportunity to position the state as a strategic meeting point, enhancing its role in global discussions on economy, international cooperation, and sustainable development.
Governor Joaquín Díaz Mena emphasized that this announcement reflects his administration’s efforts to integrate Yucatán into contemporary world debates, projecting the state as a reference for innovation, dialogue, and international cooperation.
Preparations for the Event
In collaboration with the organizers, the state government will initiate preparatory work in the coming months to welcome global leaders and experts. The upcoming edition is expected to feature over 200 leaders from more than 60 countries, who will engage in discussions on key international topics.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the Raisina Dialogue? The Raisina Dialogue is a prominent international forum on geopolitics and geoeconomics, co-organized by the Observer Research Foundation and India’s Ministry of External Affairs.
- Why is Yucatán hosting the Raisina Dialogue in 2026? Mérida, Yucatán will be the first American city to host this significant event, positioning the state as a global hub for dialogue and innovation.
- Who are the key figures involved in the announcement? The announcement was made during a meeting led by Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, Marcelo Ebrard; Yucatán Governor Joaquín Díaz Mena; Observer Research Foundation President Samir Saran; and Yucatán Secretary of Economy and Labor (SETY) Ermilo Barrera Novelo.
- What does the Raisina Dialogue’s arrival in Yucatán mean for the state? This event will strengthen Yucatán’s role in global discussions on economy, international cooperation, and sustainable development.
- What are the preparations for the event? The state government, in collaboration with organizers, will initiate preparatory work to welcome global leaders and experts for the upcoming edition.
