Introduction and Overview
On Tuesday, Miguel Ángel Landeros Volquarts assumed the presidency of the Cuerpo Consular de Occidente, an organization comprising 43 countries and covering nine western Mexican states: Aguascalientes, Colima, Guanajuato, Michoacán, Nayarit, San Luis Potosí, Sinaloa, Zacatecas, and Jalisco. The organization’s headquarters are located in Jalisco due to the presence of consulates that maintain institutional relations.
Additionally, the states of Baja California, Baja California Sur, Querétaro, and Sonora are indirectly involved as they fall under the jurisdiction of the Philippines Consulate. Landeros Volquarts is also the Honorary Consul of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and president of the Mexican Council for International Trade (COMCE) in Occidente.
Landeros Volquarts’ Vision and Goals
Landeros Volquarts emphasized the need for collaboration between government, consular representations, and private initiative to leverage institutional and human resources in response to shifting global trade stances and resulting friction.
- Key Focus Areas:
- Strengthening relationships with represented countries
- Capitalizing on international opportunities, such as delocalization and tariff issues
- Exploring alternative markets beyond traditional ones
- Addressing humanitarian concerns and migration
Support from Jalisco’s Governor
Jalisco’s Governor, Pablo Lemus, reaffirmed his government’s commitment to international cooperation, diplomatic dialogue promotion, and strengthening ties with represented nations.
- Governor’s Stance:
- Belief in mutual assistance for positioning Jalisco and Mexico in represented countries
- Importance of respectful, understanding, and development-focused relations with represented nations
The Cuerpo Consular de Occidente: Context and Relevance
The Cuerpo Consular de Occidente is a vital platform for fostering international connections and cooperation among its 43 member countries. These countries span nine western Mexican states, with Jalisco hosting the organization’s headquarters due to its consulates maintaining institutional relations. Baja California, Baja California Sur, Querétaro, and Sonora are indirectly involved as they fall under the Philippines Consulate’s jurisdiction.
Miguel Ángel Landeros Volquarts, the new president, is not only a prominent business figure but also holds diplomatic roles as the Honorary Consul of Vietnam and president of COMCE in Occidente. His leadership aims to navigate the complexities of shifting global trade dynamics and capitalize on international opportunities, such as delocalization and tariff adjustments.
Governor Pablo Lemus’s support underscores Jalisco’s dedication to international cooperation, diplomatic dialogue, and nurturing relationships with represented countries. This collaboration is crucial for mutual growth and understanding in an increasingly interconnected world.
